The impact of austerity on the health workforce and the achievement of human resources for health policies in Ireland (2008–2014)

The impact of austerity on the health workforce and the achievement of human resources for health policies in Ireland (2008–2014)

Abstract Background The global economic crisis saw recessionary conditions in most EU countries. Ireland’s severe recession produced pro-cyclical health spending cuts. Yet, human resources for health (HRH) are the most critical of inputs into a health system and an important economic driver. The aim...

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Main Authors: Des Williams, Steve Thomas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-09-01
Series:Human Resources for Health
Subjects:
Human resources
Austerity
Skill mix
Health policy
Cost savings
Recruitment moratorium
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12960-017-0230-3

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