Parking costs at University Hospital Kerry among the lowest nationwide

A survey by the Irish Independent found that charges at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda can range from €15 a day to €25, while Cork University Hospital is €15.

The South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital in Cork charges €13.95 for parking according to a survey by the Irish Independent.

University Hospital Kerry is one of a number of hospitals that charges a maximum of €10 a day for car parking.

The Programme for Government committed to introducing a cap on the maximum daily charge for patients and visitors at all public hospitals and the possible introduction of flexible passes.