Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)

The programme also states that funding will be provided for residential places and home care packages. Why did the Government reduce the gas and electricity subsidy for senior citizens by between 18% and 12%? Why was the means tested winter fuel allowance reduced by six weeks? Why were changes introduced to the eligibility rates for the State contributory pension? Why did the Government cut 500,000 home-help hours for the elderly?

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