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The HCA uniform across Ireland is undergoing a major shift to the Caribbean blue colour. This nationwide change affects thousands of healthcare professionals, with hospitals and clinics adopting a brighter, more modern shade to improve visibility, role clarity, and professional identity on busy wards.
The Move to Caribbean Blue: What Changed and Why
For many years, HCAs in HSE facilities wore hospital-prescribed uniforms as standard. The initiative visibly kicked off with hospitals in Galway adopting the new uniform, with SIPTU supporting the launch and highlighting the move as a way to give HCAs a clearer, recognisable identity distinct from nurses and other grades. The transition began in August 2025 and is now being adopted across Ireland. The update was first reported by GalwaybayFM.
The shade was chosen to create a consistent visual identity that distinguished HCAs from nurses and other clinical staff.
HCAs have begun shifting to Caribbean blue, a lighter, brighter blue tone that stands out more clearly in clinical environments. Caribbean blue offers greater visibility and contrast on busy hospital floors, helping colleagues and patients identify HCAs faster in fast-paced care settings. It also reflects a more contemporary and unified professional look that aligns with broader uniform standardisation goals across the HSE.
Diamond Designs Stocks the Official HSE Colour
At Diamond Designs, we’re proud to stock a wide range of Caribbean blue scrubs and trousers that match the HSE’s official HCA colour requirements. Whether you’re updating your own uniform or ordering for an entire team, we have high-quality options from trusted brands including:
Our Caribbean blue collection covers scrub tops, trousers, jackets and full sets, available in petite, regular and tall fits. Designed with durable, comfortable fabrics, each piece is built to perform through long shifts and the practical demands of clinical work.
What Caribbean Blue Actually Is
In the medical uniform industry, you’ll often see “Caribbean” and “Bahama” used interchangeably to describe this shade of blue. Both refer to the same vibrant, medium-blue tone that the HSE has adopted as the new standard for HCAs.
This colour sits between lighter sky blues and deeper navy tones. It’s distinctive enough to stand out but still professional and calming for clinical environments. If you’ve ever wondered how Caribbean compares to other blues like Royal Blue or Navy, think of it as a brighter, fresher blue that catches the eye without feeling overly bold.
Who This Applies To
The nationwide shift is most prominent for Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) in HSE services, who are the first group adopting Caribbean blue as their core scrub colour.)
But this doesn’t mean the colour is only relevant to HCAs. A range of healthcare professionals including nurses, dental and wellness staff, allied health professionals and other clinical support teams are choosing Caribbean blue uniforms for the same benefits of visibility, professionalism and patient-friendly appeal. Caribbean blue has become a staple in medical practices, dental clinics, community care roles and private healthcare settings, thanks to its practical look and versatility.
Find Your Perfect Caribbean Blue Scrubs at Diamond Designs
At Diamond Designs, we make it easy to shop the official HSE uniform colour with:
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A curated Caribbean blue scrub collection from top brands
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Inclusive sizing and fit options
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Embroidery services for names, roles and logos
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Bulk ordering support for clinics and hospital teams
Make the switch today and give your clinical wardrobe a modern, professional edge that’s fully aligned with the latest HSE standards.
