A HIQA inspection review discussed concerns at nursing homes linked to an RTÉ exposé, according to reporting. The issues described include safety risks in residents’ environments, cramped room conditions, and delays in response times. The findings point to shortcomings in how care settings operate day to day and how quickly staff respond to resident needs. The reporting also says the review highlights a broader need for regulatory reform across the nursing home sector. While the accounts focus on the specific facilities at the centre of the RTÉ programme, they are presented as part of wider scrutiny of compliance with standards and resident protections. Overall, the sources describe an inspection process that identifies multiple areas of concern, ranging from physical space and safety measures to staffing and operational responsiveness. The reporting indicates that regulators are considering changes aimed at improving oversight and reducing recurring problems, with the HIQA review used to underline those concerns.