Adams calls for Oireachtas mental health service

Gerry Adams has asked the Oireachtas to provide mental health services for TDs and senators who are reluctant to access treatment in their local areas due to "societal stigma".

The Sinn Féin leader has pointed to Westminster and noted that the English parliament has recently agreed to fund counselling and treatment for politicians there.

The Oireachtas committee on administration, which considers issues for TDs and senators in Leinster House, will discuss Mr Adams’ request this week.