Deputy Willie O’Dea:  I thank the Ceann Comhairle for allowing me to raise this issue. I thank Deputy Paul Murphy for raising it also. We are

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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

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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