More and better jobs in Irish healthcare top priority

(Cork, Ireland, 7 October 2015) One of the main themes of SIPTU's health conference was the need to improve Irish healthcare and to invest in quality jobs and services. Especially for care assistants steps are needed to ensure proper recognition and value is given to this growing profession. At the conference EPSU presented the work of the health and social services committee including initiatives to improve pay and working conditions in the care sector. This is fundmental to ensuring quality care for all.