The current crisis in the health system has deepened a bit further today, as official figures show that 575 people were languishing on trolleys as of this morning.
The bad news comes in the wake of talks between the Minister for Health and hospital representatives, which appeared to have led to the usual nothing.
Also, a recent report has revealed that up 9,000 extra beds may be needed by the year 2030 if the health service is to have any hope of coping with demand.