On Wednesday’s Morning Focus we heard comments made by the Taoiseach, Tanaiste and Health Minister at the government press conference on the new Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill that took place this morning
John Cooke also spoke with Political Correspondent with The Irish Examiner Mary Regan who was at government buildings
The long awaited draft legislation on abortion has been published by the government
The Heads of the new Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill was approved following two lengthy Cabinet meetings yesterday
It proposes that in the case of a medical emergency – one doctor could grant a termination – while if the woman is suffering from an illness – two doctors would be required and then 3 medical experts if there’s a risk of suicide
The 33 page document will now be examined at the Oireachtas Health Committee before being presented to the Dail and Seanad.
Clare Gardai say they feel frustrated and let down by government, as the threat of further public service pay cuts looms and Garda resources decrease
That’s according to Garda Paul Crowley- Clare representative at the Central Executive Committee of the Garda Representative Association
The Ennis Based Garda outlined their views from the Garda Representative Association’s annual conference which continues in Westport today.
New Beginning is hosting a series of ‘dealing with debt’ resilience seminars across Ireland this May
The first seminar is in Limerick this Thursday
The organisation, which supports people in financial crisis, has been inundated with requests for support from people across the country in financial crisis
Limerick, Cork and surrounding counties have stood out as key areas in urgent need of help based on the number of people who have contacted them from these areas
Barrister Ross Maguire is New Beginning Co-founder, he explained the new insolvency process and the practical side of dealing with debt
If you are interested in attending this seminar email [email protected] or see www.newbeginnings.ie
Top chef Nevin Maguire spoke about a cookery demo he will give at 7pm on Thursday night at the Armada Hotel, Spanish Point in aid of West Clare Cancer Centre in Kilkee
Local food producers will be there on the night to exhibit also – Neven had a word with John about what he’ll be preparing
This fundraiser has been organised by Kate McInerney from Spanish Point
The Went Clare Mini Marathon Centre provided her transport to her chemotherapy – she wishes to repay them for their support and kindness.
The RNLI May Day fundraising drive begis today and runs until Bank Holiday Monday
The volunteer crew is asking the public to give it some welly and help the organisation continue to save lives at sea
Pauline Dunleavy of the Kilrush RNLI and Eleanor Hooker, Volunteer Helm & Press Officer, Lough Derg RNLI Lifeboat spoke with John about the service they provide and the need for funds.
Anne Marie O’Reilly of Clare Citizens’ Information Service joined John in studio to answer listeners’ social welfare, employment and consumer law queries.
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