HSE insists that it is helping nursing homes with staffing and other Covid-19 measures

The HSE insists that it is working to help nursing homes in their battle to protect residents and staff during the coronavirus pandemic.

The HSE issued a statement outlining various actions it says it is taking to assist.

"The HSE has established Covid-19 response teams to support private nursing homes during the current Covid-19 crisis.

"The HSE engages with nursing homes on a daily basis providing advice and support in relation to Contingency planning, Infection Prevention and Control and  Personal Protection Equipment.

"We are aware of the current challenges that nursing homes are facing in terms of staffing challenges and we are endeavouring to assist these nursing homes when all other avenues have been exhausted.