
SocDems Dublin South Central
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SocDems Dublin South Central
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Official Twitter Account for the Social Democrats Dublin South Central Branch. #SocDems Local Reps @Taradeacy @jencummins5 @eoin_hayes


My statement on the latest @Gaelcholaiste2 This approach not only disregards the voices of those directly impacted but also sets up a scenario where two educational communities are inadvertently pitted against each other. Full statement here ⬇️

It is disgraceful that parents across many parts of the country have had appointments for their babies and children suspended due to a national shortage of public health nurses. Instead, they have been provided with links to a HSE booklet offering guidance on pregnancy, birth and early childhood. This is really concerning, as these checks are crucial in identifying any medical issues or developmental delays that could benefit from early intervention. Parents who may be worried that their child is not reaching certain milestones will continue to be left in limbo if the recruitment crisis in public health nursing is not immediately addressed. Figures released to the Social Democrats last August showed that there were 86 less public health nurses than at the end of 2020 – a six per cent decrease. The 2018 Health Service Capacity Review found there would be a 46 per cent increase in demand for public health nurse appointments by 2031. Yet, instead of scaling up, the numbers in this critical area are reducing. I raised this issue directly with the Taoiseach and the Minister for Health in the Dáil today.












