Two senior members of the programme have resigned.
The head of the HSE says it remains "highly committed" to reforms under Slaintecare.
The programme would see HSE powers devolved into regions and commits to changes including universal healthcare and free GP care.
Last week two senior members involved in the programme resigned over reported resistance from within the health service to its changes.
But HSE CEO Paul Reid says he fully backs the reforms plans
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Speed Enforcement To Increase In Kildare With 21 New Camera Zones To Be Rolled Out In January
Of the new zones in Kildare, six have been added following community requests, where residents and local Gardaí raised concerns about speeding on particular roads.
Over 400 Motorists Caught Speeding So Far Today, Including A Driver In Kilcock
Among those is a motorist who was detected travelling at 109 kilometres per hour in an 80km zone on the R148 in Kilcock
Transport Minister In Discussions With Irish Rail About Extending Late-Night Trains Beyond Christmas
Outside of Christmas, the last train for most lines runs at 11.30pm.
Tadhg And Mary Should Be Looking Forward To Christmas, Say Gardai As Fresh Appeal Launched
Tadhg’s grandmother, who was also in the house at the time, continues to receive hospital treatment for serious burn injuries.
Bus Shelters Treated As Luxury Rather Than Standard, With 500 Kildare Bus Stops In Need Of Upgrades
Data provided by the National Transport Authority shows €500,000 was allocated to Kildare County Council in 2025 under the Bus Stop Enhancement Programme.
Recruitment Announcements Don’t Add Up As Garda Numbers Stagnant In Kildare South, Says Local TD
Overall Garda strength across the district is down two since 2020, falling from 147 to 145, despite repeated recruitment announcements.
Court Orders Demolition Of 29 Unauthorised Modular Homes Built By Kildare Developer
The Circuit Civil Court ruled that 29 modular houses built by Branach Developments, registered in Caragh, were entirely new structures and not refurbishments, as claimed.
Chris Rea, 'Driving Home For Christmas' Singer, Has Died Aged 74
Driving Home For Christmas was released in 1986.
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