Sinn Fein has stated that Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil have failed people with disabilities, citing a "paltry" budget for this group.
During a Dail debate, the party expressed disappointment over the 10 euro disability allowance increase, calling it "pitiful" and predicting it will be offset by the cost of living crisis.
A woman was airlifted to hospital after sustaining head injuries while descending Croagh Patrick, though this incident is unrelated to the budget discussion.
Author's summary: Sinn Fein criticizes government over disability support budget.