Sinn Fein has stated that Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil have failed people with disabilities, citing a "paltry" budget allocation for this group.
During a Dail debate, the party expressed disappointment over the 10 euro increase in disability allowance, calling it "pitiful" and predicting it will be absorbed by the cost of living crisis.
A 10 euro disability allowance increase is pitiful and will be eaten up by the cost of living crisis.
Deputy Leader Pearse Doherty shared a letter from a frightened constituent, highlighting the concerns of those affected by the government's decisions.
In other news, a woman was airlifted to hospital after sustaining head injuries while descending Croagh Patrick.
Author's summary: Sinn Fein criticizes government over disability support budget.