It goes without saying that the government’s primary focus for now must be on battling Covid-19. The authorisation of two highly effective vaccines, with the promise of others to come soon, means we are pushing back against the virus on two fronts: suppression and immunisation. The government must spare no effort in deploying these two

Not for the first time in recent political history the appointment of a senior judge has caused political controversy. This is regrettable, not only as it risks undermining faith and confidence in our judicial system, but because it never needed to happen. We have been here before but once again we learn little from past

St. Gabriel’s Children’s Respite House, Mungret will open in the January following a visit to the facility by Minister for Disabilities Anne Rabbitte TD. The state-of-the art facility located in Mungret was designed and purpose built in 2018 to provide overnight respite breaks for children with severe physical disabilities and additional complex medical needs from

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 appeared to be a good idea. They linked TD’s salaries

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 any person who is symptomatic or waiting for an appointment

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 you to my family, friends and my wonderful team of

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 UHL – Combating anti-social behaviour and crime – Working to

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 school and public parks. The resolution tabled by Cllr. Slattery

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 and worsening impact on wildlife, biodiversity and ecosystems of some

The decision to base Lyric FM in Limerick was as a result of a Cabinet decision. RTE cannot be allowed to unilaterally reverse a decision made by the Government. Today in the Dáil I asked the Taoiseach about this matter:   Willie O’Dea I recently raised the issue of the decision of RTÉ to move