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National diabetes register needed to tackle concerns of diabetics – Byrne

The absence of a national diabetes register is preventing the best outcomes for diabetics in Ireland, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

12th November 2023

Sinn Féin has still not corrected SIPO returns for 4 elections - Burke

The main opposition party has still not amended their false and inaccurate returns for four national elections, a Fine Gael Minister has said.

11th November 2023

Sinn Féin short-changing aspiring homeowners by objecting to almost 800 Dublin homes this year – Doherty

Sinn Féin are short-changing prospective homeowners as their TDs and councillors have objected to almost 800 homes across Dublin this year, according to a Fine Gael Senator.

10th November 2023

I.D plates required for commercial cyclists and e-bikes – Higgins

Commercial cyclists should be required to wear identification numbers to improve safety standards on our public roads, a Fine Gael TD has said.

9th November 2023

Revenue must extend its helpline hours for customers – Byrne

The Revenue Commissioners should expand their current helpline hours to assist taxpayers with their queries, according to a Fine Gael Senator.

8th November 2023

No smartphone guidelines for primary school children get a gold star - Seery Kearney

Today’s memo before Cabinet on introducing a voluntary no smartphone policy for primary school students finally opens up the conversation about the appropriate use of smartphones, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

7th November 2023

Statement by Frances Fitzgerald MEP

Over recent weeks I have taken time to reflect on the 2024 European Parliament Elections and have decided that I will not contest the Dublin constituency again.

6th November 2023

Diplomatic channels only route to ensure safe release of hostages – Brophy

Continued diplomatic relations are of paramount importance right now as the Israeli-Hamas conflict continues to escalate, a Fine Gael TD has said.

6th November 2023

Government Science Advisor role to drive Ireland’s ambition for world-class scientific research - Dolan

Senator Aisling Dolan, Fine Gael Seanad spokesperson on Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science has welcomed the decision to appoint a new Government Science Adviser.  

6th November 2023

New approach needed in how we think about growing older

Ireland needs to radically rethink how we frame ageing in our society if we are to realise its true potential, a Fine Gael group has said.

6th November 2023

140% increase in Septic Tank Grants to benefit even more homeowners in 2024 – Ahearn

Homeowners dealing with failing septic tanks will be assisted with funding to carry out improvement works up to €12000 from January 1st 2024, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

5th November 2023

Voluntary code restricting smartphone use for children should be adopted by all primary schools – Lombard

A voluntary code restricting smartphone use for children under 13 should be adopted by all primary schools and agreed to by parents, according to a Fine Gael Senator.

5th November 2023