My brother in law is a doctor in Canada.
Recently, he described how colleagues in Canada and abroad, are aghast at the state of Irish Health.
It's humiliating.
We're awash with a surplus of billions, yet the Irish Health System is a global embarrassment.
#HelpHarvey
So things have gone from bad to worse recently for Harvey unfortunately.
While we have been campaigning, while we have all been sharing his story, while we have been watching footage of Harvey struggling to breathe, while we have been watching him screaming in pain,
@CHI_Ireland
So, when are
@rtenews
and other mainstream media going to cover Harvey's story?
Please, not just a mention of Scoliosis waiting lists in passing, we need to focus on these kids and their families. They are left to suffer, whilst this mounting fiasco is not being addressed.
So things have gone from bad to worse recently for Harvey unfortunately.
While we have been campaigning, while we have all been sharing his story, while we have been watching footage of Harvey struggling to breathe, while we have been watching him screaming in pain,
@CHI_Ireland
@caulmick
@IrishMailSunday
That constitutes much more than a design flaw.
If two consulting rooms are not wheelchair accessible, they thereby fail to comply with Part M of Building Regulations...and Irish Law.
Universal design is a key factor in the layout of a Hospital.
Total fiasco...
A quick question,
@LeoVaradkar
If someone is lucky enough to have family care for them without State Support.
But in the current
#HousingCrisis
, the family doesn't have a physical home.
Do they care for them on the side of the road?
Check your Privilege
@NWCI
This is getting ludicrous! Please don't offer us any more aspirations, good vibes or symbolic gestures....
There is absolutely no basis to your argument.
This is demeaning and insulting to the (unpaid/unrecognised) role that Carers play in Society.
@cyberfrontier
@Israel_katz
@SimonHarrisTD
Most people who declare they are from "Eire" are usually:
A bot
Not actually Irish
Far Right
That would explain your skewed perspective of Irish history.
The majority of Irish people are proud to recognise the State of Palestine. 🇵🇸
@RobODomhnaill
What century are you living in???
This is distasteful, mysgonostic drivel and utterly disrespectful to women.
I didn't realise the Greens were so desperate.
Please remove it!
@paulinegalway
Do you realise how contradictory your statement is??
SO this Referendum is all about wanting our day out ( or years) in Court, which would be thrown out anyway with no legal basis!?!
Please stop with the gaslighting, and stop spinning!
@caulmick
@IrishTimes
And she's still continuing to criticise the awfulness of the Irish population from her echo chamber of Jerusalem.
Let her stay there, and continually scream into the abyss...
@PaulMcauliffe
How many 50m pools do we have?
We have NO velodromes.
Most of our athletes train abroad.
The majority of our coaches are voluntary, they can't make a professional living.
We don't have the facilities to ever host an Olympics, certainly in my lifetime.
How can you take credit?
@caulmick
@ST__Ireland
Yaxley Lennon was born in the UK. A passport is a legal document, if he knowingly supplied false information, his passport can be revoked, and further charges may follow.
Regardless of Irish parentage.
That's the least of his worries...
@NiecyOKeeffe
Same guy left his Irish creditors high and dry a few years ago, then fecked off to the UK to declare bankruptcy.
The Irish language doesn't need his endorsement....
Bad call from Brian though.🙄
Such welcome news, but begs the question, how was this ever considered by the Government?
An aeblist proposal, based (verbatim) on Tory values, proving very controversial and potentially illegal in the UK.
Hopefully, this U turn will inform future disability policy.🤞
@gavreilly
@McNiffecent
That's my constituency. With the exception of Ming being the front runner, those middle contenders are so disappointing and uninspirational, I sadly don't care...
@TomClonan
@HSELive
The disingenuous language used in Article 42.b reinforces that the State will continue to absolve themselves of any duty towards disabled citizens and carers.
Another demeaning pat on the head....😠
@fergusfinlay
@Berlinnaeus
The Gov should not be disagreeing with Carers, they should not be denying them basic human rights.
You are celebrating the fact that rights and entitlements can only be settled upon in the Court System, that's happening already.
Very bewildering conclusion...
@rtenews
@lorcafan
This has gone beyond a joke. Children (including mine) are ageing in and out of this project.
The Irish public cannot continue to be so accepting. We need to demand accountability and heads need to roll...
@shockproofbeats
@MOKEarlyYears
Dun Laoighaire Baths, built with...no pool. Clue is in the title!
Also, only partly accessible, not everyone can use it's facilities.
@gavreilly
Em, State v Church land ownership are not the same.
Also, if I was
@SimonHarrisTD
, I would stay schtum regarding the impending NMH, looks like it could be NCH, Part Deux. 🙄
I will be following this case closely. This could prove a landmark case for Carers and Disabled People, and set a precedent for future cases.
Well done to all involved for pursuing this, but to reiterate, Carers should not have to resort to legal means to attain basic rights.
The Supreme Court has begun hearing a case which will examine the constitutional provision recognising the role of women in the home for the first time since the defeated referendum on the issue
@caulmick
@fionnansheahan
@Independent_ie
A double whammy on the back of bogus self employment claims.
RTE to be rewarded for bad behaviour, cooking the books, dodging payment of contributions & entitlements by exorbitant payments, and dipping into funds for the most vulnerable in society.
So wrong...
@gavreilly
As a woman, I absolutely want more female representation in politics. And it's happening.👏
But, I am not a fan of gender quotas, and definitely not celebrity gender quotas. It has to be based on merit, not exposure.
@caulmick
Why did the Government recognise Palestine as a State, and condemn atrocities in Gaza, when they were always going to support someone who is now under investigation for complicity in such war crimes.
Talking out both sides of their mouth as always.
Shameful decision...
@philipnolan1
Why is social media a competition?? I follow a tiny amount in sports, politics and disability and have marginally a few more followers. I will never follow a multitude as I just want to know what's current and don't need any aggro.
@rorymcevoy
In total shock that the Irish panelists talked right over the medal ceremony and the SA National Anthem.
Show some respect to the medal winners on the poduim!
Have switched over in disgust. 😡
@caulmick
Yep, I'm still gobsmacked!
I couldn't quiet believe it. A TD with such questionable, dodgy (I'm being kind!) credentials, sent out to badly defend such a gargantuan tax scandal.
Are the Government just literally ticking down the hours till the General Election???
@AccessForAll7
@TheHardShoulder
@gokathrynthomas
Very disappointing that this segment was broadcast and uncensored on the national airwaves.
@gokathrynthomas
was promoting a programme, focused on optimum health and well being. Does this goal only apply to our able bodied population?
This ableist rhetoric needs to stop!
@gavreilly
He promised to eliminate waiting lists for Scoliosis patients and their families as MOH,
7 years ago. Sound bites galore, but not a dickie bird since. Waiting lists have burgeoned and some operations have stalled altogether.
How on earth can anyone place their faith in him???
@kvn_clmn
They were chatting about the price of swimming gear during the whole rendition of the SA Anthem last night, and when Mona was on the podium receiving her medal.
Need to show some respect and do a lot better....
@caulmick
The irony of her attendance at the Famine Commemoration is stark.
Her blinkered rebuttal and dismissal of parallels to Gaza is even starker.
Time for
@DanaErlich
to go.
@caulmick
A wonderful and inspiring speech, Catherine. 👏👏👏
An "autism friendly city" and country, are merely vacuous words, when evidence shows that services for people with additional and special needs are consistently failed and ignored.
Soundbites and slogans don't cut it!
@gavreilly
Minister McEntee has been asleep at the wheel for too long.
In the meantime, there's no movement from government about improving and quickening the asylum process, just guff about "returns", as if we're discussing the bottle return scheme...
@GardaTraffic
@caromom_irl
Good work lads, thank you! But please lay off the Karen analogy, it's a sexist derogatory term and not very becoming of Law Enforcement.
@rtenews
@Sammlesie
Interested to hear
@CarersIreland
on air, bemoaning the scandalous lack of respite care, nationwide.
How do this tally with their support of the
#CarerRef
which advocates care contained within the family unit, not in the COMMUNITY. e.g community respite care
@scolionetwork
@orthokids_irl
@MaryLouMcDonald
@SimonHarrisTD
It was a disgraceful 'performance', extremely disrespectful to Harvey's parents sitting in the public gallery, and to all the children and families affected.
It is a fundamental neglect of care, and the Taoiseach has not restored any confidence, that this will be resolved.
@gavreilly
Unless these are purely safety measures and precautions, there is no need for pomp and ceremony.
No need to celebrate an unelected head of state, who'll likely be in power for a matter of months.
Just crack on with the job,
@SimonHarrisTD
!
@CMHaughey
@GregcraigGreg
@RoisinShortall
Ms Hardiman's position is untenable if she won't answer a straightforward question.
Classic calculated behaviour, lack of transparency and deliberate use of evasive language does not give the best impression...
@tomdoorley
It's perplexing...
What I really cannot comprehend above all, is how women still continue to vote for Trump, given his track record and inherent misogyny.
@RSAIreland
It's mind boggling that you are still persisting with this misguided campaign!
Your catchphrase is "burden".🙈
This is discriminatory, aeblist, and just plain awful.
This is not the message you need to be transmitting to motorists. (from a motorist)
Please stop! ✋🛑
@NewstalkFM
We were at Forest Fest, another local event last month. There were local breweries there, including
@Ballykilcavan
, way superior to a multinational brewery , which is giving this charmer a shed load of money for exclusivity.
Support small local businesses!
@niamhnih
@struggleiswheel
I'm appalled by this, Niamh. Their catchphrase is literally "burden".
This is so insulting to so many people, how did this get the OK?
@gavreilly
@damienwlr
@VirginMediaNews
This is merely paying lip service, if the Government don't introduce sanctions against Israel, halt US military use of Shannon Airport and expel the Israeli ambassador.
Definitive action is needed, not just words...
@caulmick
@Stephen63224725
@GillSherratt23
@sinnfeinireland
@MaryLouMcDonald
So this 4 month pledge was total baloney?
Why was Harvey let deriorate this far, he's been on a waiting list for 2 YEARS!
Why is the final decision resting with ONE Clinical lead?
Why have Harvey's parents emails being ignored?
Evading every question in true fashion.!
@caulmick
Disappointed with both "moderators". They were not moderating so much as interrupting and speculating, peppered with what could be construed as personal bias.
Resulting in a disproportionate, unbalanced debate!
@RTEsport
@Default69202648
Heptathlon is such a difficult multi event, especially in Ireland, when respective coaching is not given full support.
Well done Kate for being such a brilliant athlete and ambassador. 👏
@GarNob
@nanakando
They've all been talking out both sides of their mouths....but haven't anticipated a backlash.🙄
I think they've greatly underestimated PWD, carers and the general voting public...
@philipnolan1
Not my gig either....but high time it was legalised.
And as for marijuana for medical purposes, this restrictive use is a travesty, it needs to be fully decriminalised!
@MissEllieN
@AugustDickie
Thank you Elaine for articulating our argument so eloquently.
This Referendum is proving a headwrecker for so many.
Frankly, as a carer, I feel so deflated...but won't give up!
@Tada_Jess
@caromom_irl
Sickeningl I've nothing personally against the GAA. However, some GAA character references twist my gut....he can kick a ball, he's a great teammate, therefore it validates beating the shi*te out of someone, even if that is a woman.
Too commonly accepted and should be outlawed!
@thelizcarr
@caromom_irl
@notdeadyetuk
@BBCOne
A very powerful documentary, thanks Liz! Personally, I am in favour of the right to die, but as a parent of a profoundly disabled child, I want safeguards put in place. I found that Canadian doctor very chilling.
Well done on a thought provoking piece.
@gavreilly
All Irish bands have now pulled out in protest. In the meantime, the Irish Minister for Culture & Arts will be in attendance.
Not brilliant optics,
@cathmartingreen
!!!
@SenatorMcDowell
@scolionetwork
No surprise to many, but seeing this in B&W is sickening.
The CHI Board is clearly not fit for purpose, and should be disbanded.
But the feign shock and horror from political powers, while our most vulnerable children have been needlessly suffering, demands an inquiry!
@caulmick
@nanakando
@IrishMailSunday
I could have written this article, verbatim!
This "revamp" was literally foisted upon everyone, it is very apparently not evidence driven.
Inevitably resulting in depletion of Services across the spectrum.
That's what we're stuck with now, an unmitigated disaster...
@caulmick
@OisinOs111
@LeoVaradkar
And the gall to proclaim our healthcare system has improved, what parallel planet is he living on??
He should have been tackled on medical negligence in UHL, scoliosis waiting lists, disability services..and more. All part of his shameful legacy.
@gavreilly
@DavidGillick
The fact that Rhasidat and other Irish athletes personally thank
@DavidGillick
at the end, is a testament to his affability and interview skills.
Wonderful stuff.👏
@DublinAirport
@NFitzPsychology
Raises the question why there are no direct flights to Cork on a Tuesday?
If Olympic champions elect to fly home early, there should be direct options.
We need to invest more in our regional airports!
@alisonoconn
Suggest you delete this. There is nothing exciting about sexual abuse charges.
This is very offensive to the alleged victims, and other abuse victims.
Surely, you realise this?
@caulmick
@thejournal_ie
If I was a County Councillor or otherwise, serving my local Constintuensy for years, hoping to secure a nomination, I'd be extremely peeved to see these celebs leapfrogged into the political spectrum.
Are public service and policies relevant any more?
Or is it all just optics?
@GarNob
@aarondalydub
So, the Master Plan is to secure funding and services for a sector that should already be prioritised, by voting for an amendment with absolutely no legal standing or protection.
Gaslighting in the extreme!
@rodericogorman
@gavreilly
I've no political faith in the Green Party, but Grace was a good MEP and genuinely lives a Green life.
Sorry to see her campaign come to an end.
@lil_doza
She'll get an awful land, if she heads off to Russia!
You'd wonder, does she get all her misinformation from gazing at her crystal ball?
An absolute dose..
@nanakando
@NWCI
@CarersIreland
I was genuinely taken aback by the ferocity with which
@NWCI
steamrolled over women, who seemingly did not fit their paragon of womanhood.
Their campaign smacked of elitism and exclusion.
Personally, I don't want any part of this quasi-feminism.
@gavreilly
@greenparty_ie
@VirginMediaNews
So his disastrous handling of the Referendum has had absolutely no bearing on his credibility with his peers.
I think the Electorate might hold a different viewpoint...
@caulmick
He has a string of failures behind him, he recently presided over the largest defeat in Referendum history.
And he's not exactly bursting with charisma.
I'm stumped!
@gavreilly
@VirginMediaNews
Shameful appointment, however hard she tried to row back on Gaza.
The MEPs who were openly critical of her, but voted in her favour, should have their credibility questioned.
@caulmick
@IrishTimes
The NCH is a national calamity, but also a man made tragedy. If/when it opens, it will never be deemed a centre of Paediatric excellence.
This disastrous project alone would have sunk any Gov with Titanic like proportions.
Somehow, it hasn't, we need ACCOUNTABILITY now...
Replayed
@SaturdayRTE
, so annoyed with
@1Hildegarde
response to Scoliosis waiting lists question. Complete apathy, no answer, digressed to dissing opposition.
As with earlier
@SimonHarrisTD
wafflethon, it's painfully apparent, health & disability are not priorities for this Gov.
@thejournal_ie
@caromom_irl
Our Council Chambers should be reflective of a Secular State.
No prayers of any description, keep religion out of politics.