Irish Examiner view: We’ve done a lot but must do more

Even if we must remind ourselves of the old, learned-in-the-cradle meaning of the words ordinary, usual, normal, or everyday, and even if today’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations can be none of those steadfast things, this, in the grand scheme of life, is not at all a bad time to be Irish. 

Nevertheless, many, many things could be, should be, and must be made better. We could make a far better job of discharging age-old social obligations, especially around housing, and equitable, ready-when-needed health services.