The Taoiseach has apologised to a disability worker after an exchange in Kanturk in County Cork last night.
The Taoiseach has apologised to a disability worker after an exchange in Kanturk, County Cork last night.Fine Gael leader Simon Harris was approached during a canvass this evening by a woman who says she is a carer, and who said she believes the Government has"done nothing for us" | follow live:This morning, Simon Harris posted on Instagram, saying he feels really bad following the exchange, which was widely reported across social media.
“So, I do hope to be able to have a longer conversation with her because I want you to know and I want her to know that I’m absolutely in the business of listening, of learning and of acting when it comes to disability services.Simon Harris' dismissal of a disability worker 'reflects neglect of Fine Gael governments'
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