People who cannot find childcare to attend a Covid-19 vaccination appointment should be assisted rather than refused permission, according to the CEO of One Family.
Karen Kiernan said it should be possible for people to request an alternative time when older children might be at school, or if they have to bring a young child that they could attend at a quieter time.
Speaking on RTÉ's Today with Damian O’Reilly, she said her organisation is seeking clarity from the Health Service Executive on the issue.
Current HSE guidelines say a person must attend their vaccine appointment alone, although they can be driven to the vaccination centre, and not to bring children.