Sir, – Jennifer O'Connell (Opinion & Analysis, January 1st) made an important point shared by many. "Night after night a changing cast of suited men at podiums told us about decisions that will affect all our lives for years, maybe decades".
Research no doubt would show that the majority of people, doctors and nurses, caring for critically ill patients in overcrowded hospitals, etc, are women.
These dedicated women and men who care compassionately and professionally too often are taken for granted and poorly paid. Bonuses and spin would not enter their heads. They are too busy providing compassionate and professional care to seriously ill patients. Their thanks must be in the knowing that they bring comfort, hope and inspiration to so many worried people at this time.
Their work when acknowledged is what will enable change. – Yours, etc,
ALICE LEAHY,
Director of Services,
Alice Leahy Trust,
Dublin 8.