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PODCAST EXTRA - Passport Delays Bad, Maybe Getting Worse?
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Stephanie's family organized a family trip to celebrate her 30th Birthday. But her baby is waiting since Mar 5th for a passport when Stephanie found out about the trip. She can't leave her 6 month old alone. Colm Burke TD tries to help but says delays are in the system and apply as soon as you can.
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