'Devastating shock': Jobs under threat at Kingsbridge Sligo as hospital shifts to day services
Kingsbridge Private Hospital in Sligo is transitioning to a day-service model, putting over 30 jobs at risk. Staff have expressed shock at the announcement, citing concerns over the impact on local healthcare provision and community employment.
Why it matters
The restructuring reflects broader challenges in private healthcare sustainability and the potential impact of service consolidation on regional communities.
STAFF AT THE Kingsbridge Private Hospital in County Sligo have been told that more than 30 jobs are potentially at risk as part of an initial voluntary redundancy process.
The report balances the hospital's operational shift with the emotional and economic impact on the staff.
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