Book review: An Unholy Trinity — Medicine, Politics and Religion in Ireland

When Minister for Health Noel Browne attempted to introduce free medical care for expectant mothers and children under 16 he was left alone to face the full might of the Catholic church, writes Ryle Dwyer.

Book review: An Unholy Trinity — Medicine, Politics and Religion in Ireland
Sat, 04 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
Ryle Dwyer

Liam Kirwan

The Liffey Press, €19.95

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