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Newbridge Teenager James Stokes Highlights Discrimination Faced By Travellers

The National Traveller Mental Health Network will protest outside the Dáil on Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm.

There needs to be action and that time is now.

Speaking on Kildare Today, 18-year-old James Stokes from Newbridge, a member of the travelling community, said there's no political will to support travellers with their mental health.

He said some travellers who have degrees are being refused jobs based on their backgrounds.

The National Traveller Mental Health Network will protest outside the Dáil on Tuesday from 12pm to 2pm.

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