Thousands of healthcare workers expected to vote for strike action

SIPTU has been balloting workers in health service support grades in 36 hospitals in a dispute over pay.

Thousands of healthcare workers expected to vote for strike action
Fri, 17 May, 2019 - 08:47
Digital Desk staff

Thousands of hospital staff around the country are expected to announce today their intention to strike.

SIPTU has been balloting workers in health service support grades in 36 hospitals in a dispute over pay.

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