The new head of the Health Service Executive (HSE), Paul Reid, has said that his primary objective is to look at frontline services and he will be taking a detailed look at how all managers can support frontline staff. Frontline staff are delivering services in difficult circumstances, he said. On the accusation that the HSE is “top heavy with managers”, he said his priority is frontline staff and he is going to assess and manage and redirect staff if necessary. He said he will be involved in a detailed look at how all managers can provide support for frontline staff. “We’re looking to move to a much more devolved health system and a strong strategic system.”

Source: Irish Examiner July 08, 2019 10:07 UTC