Mary's son is serving life for murder. She told Joe about the difficulties of having a child in the prison system. 

Niamh McCourt went for an interview with popular restaurant chain TGI Fridays. She was asked to come in for a "practical interview" which involved four hours work in a busy kitchen. She didn't get the job, nor did she get any pay for her time. She and her mum Marie spoke to Joe. 

Peter Ryan runs a DIY divorce business in Mullingar. He says the new practice rules on so-called "McKenzie Friends" will put him out of business on October 1st. He told Joe about navigating the courts system as a lay person. 

Paul McGrath was referred to a urologist for a prostate complaint two years ago. Yesterday he received a letter from St James's Hospital confirming the referral but said he could be waiting four years to see a consultant.