There has been a near 200% increase in the number of children waiting over one year for initial speech and language therapy in the last three years.

The figures, which were compiled by the Labour Party, also reveal a 170% rise in the numbers waiting over a year for psychology support in the same period.

Meanwhile, Labour’s comparative analysis shows that the increase in the number of staff providing therapeutic support has been a fraction of the almost two-fold jump in demand for therapies and services.

To find out more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Deirdre Linanne, parent of Jack Linnane from Kilfenora.