Time to break the silence on the mistreatment and harassment of older people
An estimated 10,000 people aged 65 and over experience abuse. Speaking following a briefing on elder abuse, hosted by Fine Gael’s Mary Mitchell O’Connor TD, the Dun Laoghaire Deputy said that we must lift the veil of secrecy… Read More
Mary Mitchell O’Connor welcomes Rehab’s creation of 750 jobs
Yes vote on Stability Treaty Referendum will ensure economic progress continues. Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has welcomed the announcement this morning (Wednesday) of 750 jobs to be created by Rehab, over the next three… Read More
Communion money being spent at the races is completely unacceptable
Children as young as 8 being taken to greyhound tracks on nights out. Fine Gael Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor has today (Thursday) said that the practice of schools bringing children, some as young as eight years old, to… Read More
Mary Mitchell O’Connor welcomes progress being made on PIP implants
Dr. Holohan’s comments at Dáil Committee indicate things are moving in the right direction. Fine Gael Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has welcomed the progress that is being made in relation to the PIP breast implant scandal, saying recent… Read More
Suitable, unemployed people should be first in line for polling day and count centre jobs
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has seconded the Minister for the Environment’s call for consideration to be given to employing those currently out of work on polling day, May 31st, and subsequently in count centres… Read More
Every effort must be made to safeguard Vodafone jobs
Fine Gael Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Friday) joined her Party colleagues in calling on the Communications Minister, Pat Rabbitte to do all in his power to ensure that the 300 Vodafone jobs that are at risk… Read More
Amgen’s expansion signals confidence in Ireland and Dun Laoghaire
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has said that the expansion of the Amgen pharmaceutical plant in Dun Laoghaire is a huge boost for the local area, with jobs for graduates, the highly skilled and those… Read More
Time to explore real childcare options that work
With empty schools and halls all over the country we are failing to capitalise on a most valuable resource. Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Thursday) said that we must look at real, affordable… Read More
Funding will improve situation for all commuters in Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown
€1m for new cycle facilities, better access for walkers and new road. Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has welcomed the announcement of €1 million in funding from the Department of Transport to go towards improving… Read More
Last Updated: February 4, 2013 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Rise in number of HSE elder abuse referrals signals growing confidence in reporting
Ireland is one of a handful of European countries with a dedicated elder abuse service – older people must be encouraged to use it. Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire Deputy, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has said the reported rise of… Read More