Crumlin Children's Hospital is one of a number of Children's Health Ireland hospitals where “significant concerns” have been rasied over HR shortfalls. “Ineffective” HR systems at Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) hospitals have caused “considerable distress” among doctors, some of whom went months without being paid, according to a new inspection report. The Medical Council said HR management across the CHI sites requires “immediate attention”, saying a plan to address widespread inefficiencies, poor communication and potential patient safety issues was required. ICT issues affected doctors at all levels, from consultants to junior doctors, and contributed to delays in care and communication, the Medical Council said. Alongside addressing HR deficiencies, the Medical Council issued a range of recommendations, including implementing a clear and accessible process for raising and escalating concerns.

Source: The Irish Times January 21, 2026 16:33 UTC