Andrews lacks political muscle, claims FG

FINE GAEL has accused Children’s Minister Barry Andrews of lacking the political muscle to protect the vulnerable and those in the care of the state.

The party’s children’s spokesman, Alan Shatter, said for too long, reports into children’s deaths, promised by Mr Andrews, have not been published.

Recommendations made after various tragedies have not led to the necessary changes in how children are cared for, he said.