McVerry calls for increase in funding for support in disadvantaged areas

Fr. Peter McVerry speaking to media at a demonstration. Picture: Conor Ó Mearáin / Collins Photo Agency

Social justice campaigner Fr Peter McVerry has called for an increase in funding for family support services in disadvantaged areas to reduce the risk of teenagers taking drugs.

He also called for the coordination of relevant departments and services and for action to be taken to reduce addiction in prisons.