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Calls for at least three additional ambulances and crews for Donegal

At least three additional ambulances and crews are needed in Donegal, Deputy Thomas Pringle has said. He told the Dáil last evening, that the ambulance situation, like every other service in the Health service is in crisis. He said: “It is shocking ...

01 Mar 2023 at 11:33

Crime & Court

Louth has no further special court sittings due to staff shortages

A shortage of court staff is to blame for no further special sittings being held in Louth to clear a backlog of cases, Dundalk district court heard last week. They can be held on stand-alone days or on occasion over the course of a week in either ...

13 Mar 2024 at 12:33

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Leitrim Animal Welfare looks to a bright future after challenging year

The much-loved organisation, Leitrim Animal Welfare, shared a heartfelt Facebook post reflecting on the past year, revealing the challenging decision to reduce staff numbers. “2024 has been a year of significant challenges, including the very ...

06 Jan 2025 at 09:33

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NHS midwife who would call to check on her ward in the night due to anxiety quits to become guide dog trainer

A woman who gave up her job as a midwife after feeling so anxious that she could not sleep at night, and would call the ward to check on high-risk patients, is encouraging young professionals not to be afraid of changing careers. Olivia ...

09 Jan 2024 at 06:30

Local News

Early Childhood Ireland say 'staff shortages and waiting lists' remain in Donegal

As 8,200 children return to Early Years and School Age Care settings in Donegal after the holidays, staff shortages and stark waiting lists remain nationwide. Early Childhood Ireland is calling on those involved in government formation ...

13 Jan 2025 at 10:33

Patients being ‘failed’ by cancer workforce shortages – report

Cancer patients are facing “dangerous” delays to their care because of staff shortages across the UK, according to a report. And patient safety is being put at risk because of gaps in the cancer workforce, the Royal College of ...

05 Jun 2025 at 00:01

Labour urges wider support for firms to train staff amid skills warning

Businesses struggling to train staff or recruit skilled workers should be given more help to get the workforce they need, Labour has said. Shadow business secretary Jonathan Reynolds said Labour would address the shortage of ...

10 Aug 2023 at 22:30

Scotland

Report ‘paints a sobering picture’ of overcrowding at Scottish prison

Overcrowding and staff shortages are highlighted at a Scottish prison as a new report “paints a sobering picture” of the issues. His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Prisons for Scotland (HMIPS) has published its inspection report ...

04 Nov 2025 at 08:08

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