Ireland's mental health services are struggling due to a lack of resources.
The Irish Hospital Consultants Association says there were 4,000 acute mental health beds in 2005, but it's dropped to just 1,000.
It says inpatient psychiatric care is now only reserved for those most 'seriously ill'.
Consultant in Liason Psychiatry at the Mater Hospital in Dublin, Anne Doherty says it is having knock on effects on other therapy
Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland urge everyone to 'Unite to Turn the Tide
July has been one of the busiest months in years for rescue services, with warm weather bringing more people to Wicklow beaches, rivers and lakes.
Bray Wanderers Head To Cobh Amid Apparent Cross-Channel Interest In Seagulls Talent
New Laws Boost Protection In Wicklow Mountains National Park
A dedicated National Parks Bill will put nature conservation first and help manage growing visitor numbers.
Woman Dies In Waters At Wicklow Beach
The incident occurred on the outskirts of Wicklow town, near the Blainroe golf club.
Wicklow Housing Remains Ireland's Most Expensive Outside Dublin
Strong demand, low vacancy and limited housing stock are keeping county prices elevated.
Medium-level cloud
High: 22°C | Low: 15°C
Light rain
High: 22°C | Low: 15°C
Sunny intervals
High: 22°C | Low: 14°C
Medium-level cloud
High: 21°C | Low: 14°C
Medium-level cloud
High: 22°C | Low: 15°C
