Impact of the top-up controversy

Sir, – Beyond the political fallout, and recriminations between charities and the HSE, the impact of the top-up controversy, is probably deeper than thus far reported, and likely to have a longer lasting impact than can be imagined.

As a past volunteer at the CRC, and regular supporter of its fundraising efforts, the recent revelations leave more than just a bitter after taste. It has shattered a psychological contract that depended on goodwill and decency to provide credibility and indeed financial credit. Personally I feel it is akin to being mugged by your own family. –   Yours, etc,

CIARAN WALSH,

Kincora Drive,

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Clontarf,

Dublin 3.