Thanks to Alan Dillon, TD who is Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment with special responsibility for Employment, Small Business and Retail and the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment with special responsibility for Circular Economy who visited the residents on Monday, 22nd December.  Alan listened and engaged with the residents on a number of topics including access to transport, free postage for post to residents in nursing home, the Fair deal scheme, as well as staff recognition and payment in the sector.  Alan gave his time generously and it was appreciated by all present.  We know he will champion the residents causes in the Dail when the opportunity arises.