Today's public consultation on the new organ donation opt out system welcomed
It's been described as a step in the right direction for hundreds of families living on waiting lists
That's according to a Cork mum Michelle Fenton whose daughter Aimee Louise has received two living kidney donations over the past 15 years.
The Government's plan to bring in 'Presumed consent' means anyone can become a donor of organs and tissues when they die unless they specifically choose not to.
The public will have their say on a "soft" opt out system which means even though consent is given, the next of kin will be consulted prior to removing any organ.
If the next of kin objects to the organ donation, the donation will not proceed.
Speaking to RedFM News Michelle Fenton from Midleton says it is a difficult decision to donate a loved ones organs, but the donor is leaving a living legacy for their own families,
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