Paramedics at 'breaking point' amid winter surge, SIPTU warns

SIPTU HAS SAID that the National Ambulance Service is at “breaking point”, due to increased demand for its services amid the winter surge.

Representatives have raised concerns about the challenges facing its members employed in the NAS, warning that paramedics are under enormous pressure. “Some paramedics have reported working several hours beyond the end of their 12-hour shifts which is leading to burnout. Kenny added that the NAS has been “under funded for years” and needs at least an extra 2000 staff along with 120 new ambulances to provide the level of service that is now needed.

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