Irish audit reveals 45 ambulances operating past recommended use, highlighting funding and staffing issues.

An internal audit of Ireland's National Ambulance Service found that 45 ambulances are still in operation beyond the recommended five-year use-by date, with some running for up to seven years. The audit also revealed inadequate funding and staffing, with the ambulance replacement budget unchanged since 2016 despite rising costs. The HSE plans to address the issue with additional capital funding, but inconsistencies in maintenance contracts remain.

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