A redundancy scheme may have to be introduced by the HSE following its latest proposed shake-up which will see its services devolved and delivered by six regional authorities. A redundancy scheme may have to be introduced by the HSE following its latest proposed shake-up which will see its services devolved and delivered by six regional authorities. It is understood the plan for the overhaul involves fewer staff and a reduction in the overlap of services, particularly in the community area. The department has carried out detailed analysis work to determine the optimal geographical alignment of community health organisations and hospital groups. This does mean that in some hospital groups and community health organisations, non-critical replacement posts will be paused.

Source: Irish Independent July 16, 2019 03:22 UTC