Over 500 doctors will gather in Dublin this Wednesday to voice their concerns over the Government's plan to introduce free GP care for children under six, by this summer.
The National Association of General Practitioners are angry at the coalition's refusal to consult with doctors about the scheme.
They've invited Ministers James Reilly and Alex White to attend Wednesday's meeting - but both are unavailable.
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CEO of the group Chris Goody says this plan is not in the best interest of patients: