Sinn Féin promises ‘Irish NHS’ within two terms of government

Sinn Fein spokesperson on Health David Cullinane says the vision for universal healthcare could be delivered over two terms of Government (Brian Lawless/PA)

Sinn Féin have pledged to deliver an “Irish NHS” system within two terms of government, promising to “recast” the existing cross-party plan for universal healthcare.

The main opposition party is also promising to make digital transformation of Ireland’s health service a priority if they get into government after the next general election, stating that a lack of political will to fund the change has stalled plans to date.