Co Clare is set to receive a significant investment in the National Ambulance Service (NAS), as plans are under way for a 12% expansion of cover to to be delivered across the county this year. NAS officials have confirmed plans are under way for over 20 new frontline emergency care staff to be appointed in Clare. Six whole-time equivalent positions will be based in Kilrush, six in Ennistymon — with the location of the remaining eight to be finalised. Meanwhile, a further six whole-time equivalent intermediate care posts will be assigned to Ennis, while five additional ambulances will be allocated across the county. A new whole-time equivalent community paramedic post is also expected to be based in Clare, bringing the total number in the region to four.

Source: Irish Examiner March 25, 2026 16:31 UTC