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Government Accused of Administering Major Setback To Clare’s Elderly

The government has been accused of administering a major setback to the most vulnerable people in Clare.

It follows the amendment to the Housing Aid for Older People Grant which came into effect on January 1st, which prevents the grant from being used for the installation of a new fossil fuel boiler.

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The local authority has been urged to contact The Department of Housing and Local Government to immediately reverse this change.

Ennis Fianna Fáil councillor, Pat Daly, says it will further isolates elderly people.

Listen to the full interview here

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