Darragh O'Brien (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for coming before the House to introduce the Social Welfare Bill. As was the case last year, I wish to begin by stating that - like every one of her predecessors in the Department of Social Protection - she has a difficult job. My colleagues and I fully acknowledge that fact.

I am quite disappointed by some of what the Minister said. I do not believe that carers, families or others are too interested in a history lesson. I will not become involved in-----