
TDs’ pay increase risks social solidarity
TD’s pay will increase by 2% next Thursday from €96,189 to €98,113. Unsurprisingly, the public are underwhelmed. Until fairly recently the Government set TD’s salaries. This was always controversial as politicians were accused of writing their own ticket. Then the Government came up with what

Covid-19 Testing Centres
The testing service is being provided on an appointment-only basis and only those who are referred by their GP will be seen. Where a test is requested, the person should be self-isolating at home until they are called for their test. It is advised that

Thank You
I am absolutely delighted to be elected to Dáil Éireann again to represent the constituency of Limerick City. I want to thank the thousands of people who put their trust in me and gave me their vote. I also want to say a big thank

Please consider giving me your No. 1 vote
I am available at all times throughout the year to assist my constituents and represent Limerick – not just at election time! My priorities are as follows: – Addressing the Housing crisis – Putting an end to the crisis in our Health service, particularly at

Resolution Passed Which Could Prevent Incineration of Waste in the Southern Environs of Limerick
In order to attempt to prevent the incineration of toxic waste in the Southern Environs of Limerick City, Cllr. Kieran O’Hanlon and Cllr. Catherine Slattery have succeeded in having a resolution passed at the Metropolitan Council meeting seeking to outlaw incineration within 1500m of primary schools, post primary

Proposed Incinerator in Limerick
The following is my contribution to the debate on the Motion below which I tabled. The Motion has been agreed to by Dáil Éireann. Environmental Impact of Quarries and Incinerators: Motion [Private Members] Deputy Willie O’Dea: I move: That Dáil Éireann recognises: the severe