Today on the Michael Reade show, were joined by Fr Sean Healy of Social Justice Ireland to discuss their Budget briefing document which calls on Government to protect the vulnerable in society.As Cabinet revisits the discretionary medical cards today, Jonathan Irwin of the Jack and Jill Foundation talks about the steps needed to reverse the damage done by cuts to cards in recent months.Sue Conlon of the Irish Refugee Council responds to concerns from the Human Rights and Equality Commission over delays with the asylum process in this country.With strike action taking place at Roadstone premises around the country, SIPTUs Davey Lane outlines the issues worrying workers.We hear more on the banking inquiry with local TDs Deputies Seamus Kirk (FF) and Gerald Nash (LAB) and the Alzheimer Society of Ireland tell us why more resources are needed to support community based care for those with dementia - these issues and more coming up on the show.
Posted on: Tue, 17 Jun 2014 08:32:16 +0000