Fuel supply issues in Cork and Kerry

The HSE South West is actively managing the emerging fuel supply issue in the Region that has the potential to impact service delivery across Cork and Kerry.

As a precaution, local contingency plans have been activated, and senior management teams are maintaining close operational oversight to ensure the continued safety of patients and staff. Critical services, including emergency care, urgent patient transport and time‑sensitive treatments (e.g. dialysis, oncology, complex paediatric cases, bowel care, urgent care etc.) will be prioritised.

Services have been directed to review staffing, transport, supplies, and discharge arrangements to minimise disruption, and non‑urgent activity may be deferred where necessary.

HSE South West is working closely with national colleagues and relevant agencies to monitor the situation. HSE South West advises the public attending appointments to contact the service directly if they are concerned about being late or missing their appointment.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.