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Investment in our water services is paying off for people in Mayo

Fine Gael Mayo Senator, Michelle Mulherin, has said that investment in our water services is paying off for people in Mayo.

Royal & Prior Principal to meet with Education Minister

The principal of Royal & Prior Howard Welch is to meet Education Minister Richard Bruton next week to discuss possible future funding. Donegal TD and Minister of State Joe McHugh has arranged the meeting. It follows a visit to the Raphoe secondary school by Minister McHugh. The Fine Gael TD was given a tour of some of the school including the sports hall where Olympian Chloe Magee began her route to international sports stardom.

Aquaculture Licensing- Deadline for Submissions this week- Minister McHugh

Donegal Minister Joe McHugh has urged residents of coastal areas in the county to have their say on the future of aquaculture. The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Michael Creed has appointed a review panel regarding the licensing process and the associated legal framework in the view of changing legislation. Minister McHugh says a three person Review Group has invited written submissions or observations on matters within the Group’s Terms of Reference.

Minister McHugh meets Greencastle Harbour Users

“There is a clear argument, which I support, for work to re-commence on the breakwater project and further, the development of Greencastle harbour from a whole range of commercial viewpoints,” said Minister McHugh. “Fishing, marine tourism and commercial possibilities are there for Greencastle to harness in the years ahead and I wanted to get a first hand briefing on local views in the area.

McHugh welcomes fantastic €6.2M Government Boost for Killybegs

Donegal TD and Minister of State Joe McHugh has today welcomed news that the Government is to pour €6.2 Million into upgrading work in Killybegs harbour. On top of that, Donegal County Council will also benefit from further funding at other harbours in the county.

Minister McHugh vows to fight for undocumented Irish in USA

“As Minister for the Diaspora this has been a key issue for me. Within days of the election of Donald Trump I met emigrant representation groups in Boston and New York,” said McHugh. “This is personal because I know so many families who have a loved one who is working in the United States, paying their taxes, raising their families and contributing in such a positive way to the communities where they live in America.

We’re working hard to make Brexit work for Donegal- Minister McHugh

“In the wake of the meeting between An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, and British Prime Minister, Theresa May, I am in no doubt of the enormity of the Brexit situation and its potential implications for Donegal. “The Irish Government has a very clear understanding the nature and scale of the challenge presented by Brexit challenge. Ireland began preparations for a potential Brexit two years ago, well before the UK’s referendum and since last June, this preparation has steadily intensified.

Have your say on Sunday library openings – Richmond

Fine Gael Dublin Rathdown Senator, Neale Richmond, today (Monday) welcomed the opening of a public consultation into expanding the operating days of the Dún Laoghaire Lexicon library to include Sundays.

Limerick schools among the best in Ireland – Byrne

Fine Gael Limerick Senator, Maria Byrne, has highlighted that Limerick schools have featured prominently in a list compiled by Independent News and Media detailing the best schools in Ireland on the basis of college entry.

Sandyford apartment owners should not be penalised for poor planning - Madigan

Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown, Josepha Madigan has expressed deep concern over a proposal to charge apartment owners up to €30 million at Beacon South Quarter in Sandyford, due to poor planning at the time of construction.

6 things you need to know about our Brexit Response meetings last night

“It is wonderful to see the continued success of the Ireland Fund here in Britain, and to recognise the invaluable work that you have been doing for many years in supporting our Irish community and Irish organisations here in Britain”. “Ireland greatly values our dynamic diaspora, whose energy, expertise and experience has done much to build Ireland’s reach and reputation in the world. It has built strong, familial connections across the globe, not least with our nearest neighbour. In today’s world, where change and uncertainty appear to be the order of the day, our commitment to the Irish abroad remains steadfast.”