Nurses at Naas General Hospital in Co Kildare are to start a work-to-rule on Monday in a dispute over what their union described as “unacceptable and unsafe staffing” levels. Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) members are to stage a lunchtime protest outside the hospital over the issues. The union warned that the action could escalate if staffing levels are not addressed. “The hospital’s ability to meet demand has become entirely dependent on our members stretching themselves to breaking point. The HSE previously said it regretted the INMO’s decision to take action “despite ongoing efforts to address and resolve the issues raised”.

Source: The Irish Times February 08, 2026 20:38 UTC