Cllr Keith Martin of the Labour Party has condemned the Government's withdrawal of grant aid for security devices for older people.
"Over 25,000 older people have benefited from these grants since the beginning of 2007, and the money made available, although relatively modest, not only gave a sense of security to the older people themselves, but also gave peace of mind to their families and neighbours.
"Now, for the sake of €4million a year, and despite the fact that a firm commitment to continue the scheme was made in the Programme for Government, it is now to end.
"This scheme provided a valuable lifeline for older people, particularly in rural areas, and ending it is another attack on the vulnerable in our community."
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