We owe it to our older people not only to find the best way of supporting them in their old age, but to make sure

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection, Willie O’Dea has said that his bill, the Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment Bill) 2016 which was passed last week

 – Free Travel is a core social protection benefit and must be protected – Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection, Willie O’Dea has said that

It is almost possible to feel sorry for Paschal Donohoe…but only almost. As Minister for Public Expenditure, Donohoe has spent the past few weeks scurrying

As most of you will already know, my dear and long-time friend Joe Crowley died tragically while canvassing for me on Monday. When I heard

It is amazing how many racing analogies pop up when people start talking about elections. The moment the election is finally called is usually greeted

Only 7 applicants shown flexibility in all of 2015 in Limerick According to new figures obtained by Willie O’Dea TD from the Department of Social

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection and Social Equality Willie O’Dea has outlined the party’s priorities over a five-year term including reforms to social welfare

Politicians are fearing the worst, and rightly so, writes Willie O’Dea Some while back I observed that you can identify the TDs who have decided

The cuts to home help hours for older people in Limerick are nothing short of disgraceful and are another example of the Government’s failure to