Call for numbers of social workers to increase by 30%

The Irish Association of Social Workers is calling for a minimum 30% increase in the number of social workers.

Call for numbers of social workers to increase by 30%

The Irish Association of Social Workers is calling for a minimum 30% increase in the number of social workers.

There are currently 1,400 social workers across the country and the group has said they need at least 300 to 400 more.

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