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Local TD slams lack of eating-disorder services

Feb 4, 2026 07:42
By Shannonside News
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Local TD slams lack of eating-disorder services
Sinn Féin TD Sorca Clarke

Sorca Clarke said there's no team in place for children with eating disorder.

The health system is failing those living with eating disorders.

That's according to Sinn Féin TD Sorca Clarke, who says there's currently no way of knowing how many people are affected.

She says a model of care was introduced eight years ago but it's not clear if it's ever been properly resourced.

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The Longford-Westmeath TD says the lack of a national registry is hampering efforts to tackle the issue.

She says there's no way of effectively planning the provision of services:

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The Sinn Féin TD added there's no team in place for children with eating disorders:

 

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