Elderly Irish people are losing their sight for lack of a 20 minute eye procedure. As a result, rural TDs are organising buses to Belfast to get them the surgery they need. The message is this: Go to Belfast, or go blind. #gript
For those who missed it here’s a two minute review of our top stories of the week…
We’re letting our children and our families down” – Independent TD Verona Murphy’s passionate intervention on the funding of mental health services for children
WATCH: We’re told that Irish neutrality means selfishly watching innocents suffer during global conflicts. But tell that to the dozens of Irish peacekeepers who have lost their lives fighting to protect civilians, says @Ben_Scallan.
“They’re supposed to protect Ireland – not tax us out of existence”: Rural Independent TDs rip the government on the energy crisis.
State downplays abortion harm
Mickey Harte opens up on Faith, Family and Football
For those who missed it here’s a two minute review of our top stories of the week…
As obviously terrible as the Ukraine conflict is, there is no situation that could not be made worse by hasty, emotional decision-making from Western politicians. @Ben_Scallan comments.
Belfast pro-life group says that Sinn Féin are “wolves in sheep’s clothing” on abortion, urging pro-lifers to support anti-abortion candidates. #gript
Tonight, its Pancake Tuesday, make these quick and easy pancakes for the kids tonight! #homegrownhome #pancaketuesday
The truth about the European energy crisis. Analysis by @Ben_Scallan.