Pursuant to Sections 59 and 60 of the Health Act 2007, an Interim Order was made by Carlow District Court, Carlow, Co Carlow on 21 July 2011 cancelling the registration of Avondale Nursing Home, West Street, Callan, Co Kilkenny as a designated centre under Part 8 of the Health Act 2007, with effect from 19:00hrs on 21 July 2011. In accordance with Section 64 of the Health Act 2007 the HSE was directed to take charge of Avondale Nursing Home from such time and to make alternative arrangements for the residents of Avondale Nursing Home as soon as practicable.