Nursing unions are warning we could see the withdrawal of labour, after healthcare workers voting overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action.
A six week in-person ballot of INMO, FORSA and UNITE members has resulted in a strong mandate for action, over what the unions say are unsafe staffing levels in hospitals.
The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation says its members have sent a clear message to the HSE they are no longer willing to accept a health service that is not properly staffed.
Colm Porter of the INMO, says they will be meeting next week to consider what form the industrial action will take:
