The group that represents Ireland's family carers has called for their urgent vaccination against Covid-19. It comes as one mother who is caring for her son has spoken about how difficult the last year has been trying to keep the virus out of their home.
Ten-year-old Martin Gibson O'Gara has a number of underlying issues, including cerebral palsy and a chronic lung condition, and he needs 24-hour care.
His mother Sarah Gibson O'Gara said they have been trying to keep Covid out of the house for months. They wear full PPE when with him, but his parents still worry about contracting coronavirus. "If I get Covid, Martin will be taken into care," said Sarah Gibson O'Gara.