443 patients on hospital trolleys as nurses ballot on new measures

A total of 443 hospital patients are currently waiting on trolleys around the country - that's 19 more than yesterday.

A total of 443 hospital patients are currently waiting on hospital trolleys around the country - 19 more than yesterday.

The figures from nurses' union the INMO show the situation is worst at University Hospital Galway, where 35 people have been admitted, but are waiting on trolleys until beds becomes available.