The march starts from Custom House in Dublin.
Healthcare workers in the community sector are protesting today for better pay and conditions.
SIPTU, Forsa and the INMO have organised the march in Dublin.
It's highlighting the need for better pay and respect for community healthcare staff.
These staff work in organisations like the Rehab group, Pieta House, Local Employment Services and the Irish Wheelchair Association.
The trade unions say they are poorly paid, have poor or no pensions and lack security of employment.
The country’s largest union says it is “unapologetically” seeking pay increases for its members. SIPTU says rising costs mean wages need to keep pace with the rate of inflation. | Read: https://t.co/TwJGP3c4LD pic.twitter.com/Q5r5eOS8K4
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SIPTU has also highlighted that workers haven't received a pay increase in 14 years or more.
Division Organiser with SIPTU Adrian Kane says the government is not engaging with them.
"We had one meeting with Minister Anne Rabbitte back in November but we haven't heard from her since."
"We're calling on government today and that's why we're marching today."
"They have to sit down with us and they have to engage with us across, not just pay but the other terms and conditions."
