Harney wields the axe and we pick up the pieces

HEALTH Minister Mary Harney has once again demonstrated her ignorance and lack of understanding of her own healthcare system.

Instead she has again bulldozed through half-thought-out legislation and cuts without a single consideration for those left to pick up the pieces – no consideration as to how these cuts filter down the line or how they will affect the patient.

Last week Ms Harney announced that she would cut fees by 35% to pharmacies with less than two weeks’ notice.