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Welcome to the latest edition of the Clarity Locums Weekly Healthcare Roundup, where we bring you the most important updates affecting pharmacists, GPs, nurses, HCAs, and healthcare employers across Ireland and the UK. This week’s headlines span clinical safety concerns, industry expansion, GP shortages, and continued investment in healthcare training.
At Clarity Locums, we continue to invest in tools and training to better support our locum professionals. We are excited to announce the addition of a Mclernons terminal to our in-office training programme. This upgrade ensures our pharmacists are fully prepared before entering the workplace, giving them hands-on experience with one of Ireland’s most widely used dispensing systems.
Australia’s largest discount pharmacy chain, Chemist Warehouse, continues its expansion in Ireland with the opening of its first Wicklow-based store. The move is expected to reshape the local pharmacy retail market by introducing aggressive pricing models and a wider product range.
A growing concern in the UK healthcare system has emerged with over 100 deaths now reportedly linked to GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of drugs commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes and for weight management. The report raises urgent questions around drug safety, patient monitoring, and regulatory oversight.
Read the Chemist+Druggist investigation
Recent developments indicate increasing stress on the UK healthcare system. A BBC report revealed that rising NHS wait times are pushing patients toward unregulated, and often dangerous, backstreet medical alternatives.
Additionally, warnings from UK pharmacists suggest that Brexit has exacerbated the situation, allowing a surge in illegal medicine imports and compromising public safety.
Clarity Locums continues to work closely with our growing UK client list to provide reliable, professional staffing solutions during this critical time.
Commitment to Improvement
We remain committed to using locum feedback to drive service enhancements every day. From onboarding experiences to workplace support, your input helps us deliver better results for both staff and employers.
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Nursing Recognition
Congratulations to Kerry nurse Lorraine Kelly, who was recently recognised with a major award at Tallaght University Hospital for her dedication to excellence in patient care.
Community Healthcare Assistants Make Headlines
In Cork, a story highlighting the essential role of HCAs in supporting vulnerable patients reminds us of the value of compassionate frontline healthcare workers.
A new report underscores the growing GP shortage in Ireland, with the number of practicing doctors reaching critically low levels. This development is set to impact access to care nationwide unless urgent action is taken.
Supporting Doctor Well-Being
Clarity Locums recognises the increasing pressures facing GPs and is committed to supporting doctor wellness. We encourage our community to explore resources like the Medical Council’s CareHub, which provides valuable mental health and career support.
Clarity Locums is currently recruiting for positions across pharmacy, nursing, GP, and HCA roles throughout Ireland and the UK. Whether you're looking for flexible short-term locum work or long-term placements, we’re here to support your professional journey.
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