US President Joe Biden met the Pope yesterday. He made reference to his irish heritage that has divided public opinion and raised the issue of Ireland's relationship with alcohol.  

There was a strong reaction to Biden’s comments on line with some laughing at his Irish reference while others felt he was demeaning a growing issue of alcoholism in Ireland. To look at Ireland’s relationship with alcohol Anton spoke to Dr Sheila Gilheaney the CEO Alcohol Action Ireland. 

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