There have been calls locally to ease the drain of recently qualified doctors and nurses to other countries.
Debts incurred during their studies has forced many graduates to seek employment opportunities abroad.
Councillor Justin Warnock feels that with an increase in numbers on waiting lists, Ireland cannot afford to lose its talent.
The Fianna Fáil Councillor feels better conditions and greater monetary rewards during training would go some way to improving the situation.
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