with Hannah Kelly
Latest figures show a fifth of Covid patients in ICU.
The head of the HSE says hospitals are under "severe pressure" with around 20% of Covid patients in ICU.
The executive is using private hospitals to increase capacity by around 2,800 to 3,000 beds per week.
It comes as just 17 adult ICU beds are available nationwide.
Paul Reid says urgent non-covid care will be provided in private hospitals:
Man Seriously Injured In Overnight Assault In Naas
The incident occurred shortly after 2.45am on North Main Street
Kildare Drugs Arrest
Court Appearance: Joint Operation –
22 People Arrested For Driving Under The Influence Since Yesterday
Gardaí are increasing their presence on roads over the St Patrick’s Bank Holiday weekend.
Health Minister Meeting With Kill-Based Contractors BAM, Amidst Concerns Of Further Delays To New Children's Hospital
DCU Public Procurement Expert Paul Davis says both sides have questions to answer over how the project has been delayed for so long, and suffered spiralling costs
Celbridge Facing 300+ Year Wait For New Homes Based On Current Building Rates
Housing analysis puts Celbridge among the areas facing the longest wait for new homes for first time buyers.
Kildare Tops Country For House Planning Permissions In Quarter Of 2025
Latest CSO report shows rise in planning permissions nationally with Kildare topping house approvals in Q4.
Pharmacist Consultations To Qualify For Tax Relief From Tomorrow
Move aims to ease pressure on GP services by expanding pharmacist care.
Disruption To Red And Green Line Luas Services This Morning
Power failure on the red line and a medical emergency on the green line have caused disruption to services
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