Josepha Madigan says she didn't give prior approval to letter despite it bearing her signature

Culture Minister Josepha Madigan has claimed she did not give prior approval to a much-criticised letter from her office about a speculated methadone clinic in her constituency - even though her signature is on it.

Josepha Madigan says she didn't give prior approval to letter despite it bearing her signature

Culture Minister Josepha Madigan has claimed she did not give prior approval to a much-criticised letter from her office about a speculated methadone clinic in her constituency - even though her signature is on it.

The document has sparked an angry reaction from doctors who have claimed the sentiment "heaps further stigma" on vulnerable people.

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