Pharmacists say 125 million euro a year could be freed up in the health budget by switching from name-brand drugs to similar ones made in Ireland.
The Irish Pharmacy Union says a policy on these "biosimilar" drugs has been promised for years, but never delivered.
The group also says if they were allowed to deal with some routine complaints, GPs could be freed up for more complicated work.
Wicklow Delegates Add Voice to Dáil na nÓg 2026 at Leinster House
Dáil na nÓg is an initiative of the Department for Children, Disability and Equality and was first established in 2001.
Wicklow Landowners Urged To Exercise Caution With Pesticides This Season
Wicklow farmers, landowners, local authorities and amenity partners are urged to use best practice when maintaining their lands
Tánaiste Simon Harris Announces €332,100 in Flood Protection Funding for Wicklow
Eight local authorities will benefit from an almost €7 million national package announced today in the wake of Storm Chandra.
Local TD Calls Out Wicklow County Council's Efforts In Tackling Dereliction In Arklow
Malcolm Byrne is unhappy at the apparent lack of effort from Wicklow County Council in tackling ongoing issues of dereliction in Arklow while contrasting that with work in his Wexford
Wicklow Producers Invited to Enter Blas na hÉireann Food Awards
Eight Co. Wicklow food producers won prestigious awards last year. The closing date for applications is Thursday 14th May
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