A new report reveals that Ireland’s healthcare sector is grappling with significant staffing shortages, wage increases, and a growing public-private pay gap, driven by rising demands from an aging population. Key findings from Excel Recruitment’s Healthcare Salary Guide for 2025 indicate that imminent minimum wage hikes could result in a 10% overall wage increase. The report emphasizes that many healthcare professionals are prioritizing work-life balance and highlights the reliance on international recruitment to address these staffing challenges.

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