now the country may face a fine of millions of euros after its dereliction was referred to the european court of justice (ecj), the guardian reports..

when hard rains fall, the media are there with an umbrella to hold over organized society�s head. to walk away in the middle of a downpour would leave the status quo unprotected..

treatment delays are also causing needless anxiety and distress to patients as well as putting lives at serious risk..