Local TD Cathy Bennett has raised concerns over long waiting times for medical services in Monaghan, citing an 18-month delay for an MRI machine. Her comments come as four of the Health Service Executive’s (HSE) top 10 earners last year were identified as consultants at Cavan Monaghan General Hospital. Bennett emphasized that residents are “dying for services,” highlighting the strain on local healthcare infrastructure. The discrepancy between high staff earnings and delayed care has sparked public debate. While the HSE has not yet responded to the allegations, the issue reflects broader challenges in resource allocation within public healthcare systems. The situation underscores growing frustration among patients and local representatives over access to essential medical treatments.