There's broad welcome to the return of discretionary medical cards for those with disabilities or serious illness.
Following the government's U-Turn on the controversial issue, Clare patients and parents of children with Special Needs are awaiting the return of the the health supports many had lost through reviews in the past three years.
Along with that sense of relief, there's also criticism of how the government handled the sensitive issue.
Kilmaley Fianna Fail Councillor Tom McNamara says their plans were unrealistic.
