In a clear indication of what TDs think of mental health issues, last night’s debate inside the Dáil chamber was attended by only 10 out of 158 TDs.
Today, there has been widespread criticism of the lack of commitment and care displayed by our public representatices when it comes to mental health issues.
This comes the week after acting Minister for Health Leo Varadkar raided the mental health budget to the tune of 12m, thus severely mauling available services.