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Ireland has nothing to fear from a Brexit

I would like to present an alternative view on the so called ‘Brexit’. I hear, as everyone does, how it would be awful for Ireland. I don’t think so. It might be awful for Britain if they don’t have a suitable exit strategy from the union, but really how awful for us?

Tue, 19 Apr, 2016

True democracy protects the vulnerable

Some pro-choice campaigners criticise pro-life supporters who oppose holding a referendum to repeal the 8th Amendment. They accuse us of being afraid of democracy.

Tue, 19 Apr, 2016

Letter: 1916 commemorations and Irish contradictions

In this year of commemorative memory of things past, and things accomplished, it’s worth looking at some of the good-natured contradictions inherent in our history.

Tue, 19 Apr, 2016

TDs should look to US President Lyndon Johnson for inspiration

It looks like a minority government soon or another General Election.

Tue, 19 Apr, 2016

State should preserve Magdalene laundry as a permanent memorial

It’s been said that the country that forgets its history is doomed to repeat it. I hope the State will consider that advice when deciding whether to acquire the former Magdalene laundry at Donnybrook, Dublin.

Tue, 19 Apr, 2016

HSE publicise Treatment Abroad Scheme but keep patients in the dark

After my own experiences regarding information from the HSE or doctors/consultants, I can avowedly dispute the HSE’s spurious claims of April 12 on RTÉ News that anyone on a long waiting list will be told about the Treatment Abroad Scheme (TAS).

Mon, 18 Apr, 2016