New Waiting List Action Plan for Irish health services criticised as inadequate (socialdemocrats.ie)

• Plan lacks structural reforms to address root causes
• Waiting lists remain at record levels
• Opposition and advocates demand comprehensive action

"A political analysis argues that the 2026 Waiting Time Action Plan for Irish health services falls far short of what is needed to address the crisis. The plan lacks structural reforms and is not expected to significantly reduce waiting lists. Opposition parties and patient advocates call for more comprehensive measures including increased funding and workforce expansion."