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Is the poor box system fit for purpose?

Almost €1.74 million was paid out from the court poor box to charities in 2018. Critics say judges shouldn't have power to decide which charities benefit & that the funds shouldn't be sent to causes abroad. Is the system fit for purpose?  

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14.43 16 May 2019


Is the poor box system fit for purpose?


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Almost €1.74 million was paid out from the court poor box to charities in 2018. Critics say judges shouldn't have power to decide which charities benefit & that the funds shouldn't be sent to causes abroad. Is the system fit for purpose?  

 


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