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Survey shows low morale in health sector

May 20, 2026 17:17
By Shannonside News
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Survey shows low morale in health sector

The Oireachtas Health Committee heard the results of a study earlier today.

Unsafe staffing levels, illegal working hours and extremely inefficient processes are causing doctors to quit the profession entirely.

The Oireachtas Health Committee heard the results of a study earlier today.

Nine in ten health workers admit their morale is low or moderate, and two thirds of those say it has gotten lower in the past year.

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Local Cllr and member of the regional health forum, Paul Ross has highlighted the importance of improving staff morale:

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