Clare TD Calls For Action On “Shocking” Primary Care Waiting Lists

A Clare TD is demanding action on what’s been described as “shocking” primary care waiting lists in this county.

In the year to last December, the number of people waiting for appointments in the MidWest grew by 23% to 23,853.

Almost half of these patients are waiting for either Physiotherapy or Speech and Language Therapy assessments.

Shannon Sinn Féin Deputy Donna McGettigan has been telling Clare FM’s Daragh Dolan that she believes a special taskforce is required.

You can listen to the full interview below.