The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation want emergency childcare measures to be put in place for health workers.
It says members with children are worried they'll have to take time off work because of the extended school holidays.
The Union also wants hospital capacity from the private sector added to the public system again to avoid overwhelming staff.
General Secretary Phil Ní Sheaghdha says staff levels are already low because of high numbers of nurses getting sick with Covid-19:
Calls For Wicklow County Council To Stop Using X Immediately
“I hope Wicklow County Council takes the opportunity to act immediately on receiving this motion. It doesn’t need a mandate from Councillors to protect women and children." Green Party Councillor Lourda Scott.
Coillte invites Wicklow primary schools to enter National Tree Week photography competition
Wicklow enjoyed success last year with St Laurence O’Toole’s in Roundwood among the national winners.
Katie Taylor Champions Lidl Women’s Sport Campaign As She Address Croker 'Dream' Swansong
The Bray woman was speaking at Croke Park where she also outlined her dream farewell in front of adoring home fans
Council Secure Funding For Safer, Sustainable Travel in Wicklow
Almost 8 million euro will be invested in over 30 projects across the Municipal Districts of Bray, Arklow, Wicklow, Baltinglass and Greystones.
Strong Gusts Expected Across Wicklow With Abrupt Yellow Wind Warning Issued
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Wicklow today as part of a band of windy, unsettled weather — strong gusts and rough coastal conditions are expected until mid‑afternoon.
Noon - 4:00pm
East Coast Afternoons
Light rain
High: 8°C | Low: 7°C
Light rain
High: 8°C | Low: 7°C
Light rain
High: 8°C | Low: 6°C
Light rain
High: 7°C | Low: 6°C
Light rain
High: 8°C | Low: 6°C