Pursuant to Sections 59 and 60 of the Health Act 2007, an Interim Order was made by the District Court in Portlaoise, Co. Laois on 28 October 2010 cancelling the registration of Upton House Nursing Home, Kilbeggan Road, Clara, Co. Offaly as a designated centre under Part 8 of the Health Act 2007, with effect from 7.00pm on 28 October 2010. In accordance with Section 64 of the Health Act 2007 the HSE was directed to take charge of Upton House Nursing Home from such time and to make alternative arrangements for the residents of Upton House Nursing Home as soon as practicable. The matter is still before the Courts and at this time HIQA will not be making any public comment or statements until all legal proceedings have concluded.