'Ireland is no country to have a disabled child,' says mother after 17-year battle for son's care

Assumpta Corry broke down in tears as she told how the family have struggled to care for Ben who also cannot speak

Assumpta Corry asked to speak to the judge as her 17-year-old son Ben Corry settled an action against the HSE over the circumstances of his birth at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. Picture: Collins Courts

"Ireland is no country to have a disabled child." 

These are the words of a mother who told a High Court judge she and her family has had to fight for even the most basic essentials for her son who has autism, ADHD, cognitive delay and behavioural issues.