Government failing in its responsibilities

THE public response to the story of four-year-old JJ Ryan’s battles with bureaucracy is as heart-warming as the official response is chilling.

Within hours of his plight being revealed by the Irish Examiner yesterday, people were contacting the Jack and Jill Foundation which has been going beyond its brief in assisting him, offering their help and donations.

With their kindness, his parents will be able to avail of at least a little home help to make their lives, and more importantly, JJ’s life, a bit easier.