Seanad debates
Wednesday, 19 November 2003
Estimates for 2004: Motion.
Can Senator Cox stand over the removal of the crèche supplement? I have heard her speak about the need for crèches. I listened to what she said about those matters even though I am a mere man with no children. Unless things advance considerably in science through stem cell research, I am unlikely to have any. The support has now been taken away from the people who really need it. The meanest measure of all is the removal of dietary supplement assistance from people who suffer from various diseases and allergies including coeliac disease, diabetes and gluten allergies. The small amounts of money which would make it possible for them to enjoy a reasonable life are being taken away. Support is being taken away from people who are suffering from illnesses in terms of which there is no faking. It is a crude, miserable and wretched policy.
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