Ireland is facing one of the most difficult periods in recent memory. Homelessness is at record levels, hospital waiting lists are growing, families cannot access basic services, and an entire generation is unable to afford a home. Yet at the same time, Irish leaders continue to pledge financial support, diplomatic backing, and long-term commitments to causes outside our borders.
In this IE News report, presenter Julie Myers examines the growing frustration among Irish citizens who feel their own needs are being ignored. Many are asking why the government can find resources for international commitments while repeatedly telling the public that there is “no money” for housing, healthcare, or essential services at home.
This report explores the public reaction, the political tension, and the widening gap between government priorities and the everyday realities facing Irish people. With pressure rising nationwide, the question grows louder: If Ireland can afford open-ended commitments abroad, why can’t it afford to take care of its own citizens?
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