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Over 700 incidents of anti-social behaviour recorded by Luas this year – Farrell

High rates of anti-social behaviour and vandalism on the Luas highlights the need for urgent action to combat this alarming trend, according to Fine Gael TD Alan Farrell.

19th December 2021

Ability to apply for driving licence affords greater freedom to people living in direct provision – Carroll MacNeill

The announcement yesterday that those living in direct provision are now eligible to apply for learner permits and driving licences will give people greater freedom and independence, a Fine Gael TD has said.

18th December 2021

First Circular Economy Strategy will pave the way for higher ambition – Bruton

Today’s publication of the Circular Economy Strategy is an important first step in correcting Ireland’s poor record in removing the environmental damage which has become baked into the supply chain of our lives, a Fine Gael TD has said.

16th December 2021

Fine Gael Intercultural encourages members of new and migrant communities to consider a career with An Garda Síochána

Fine Gael Intercultural, the group representing new and migrant communities within the Party, has welcomed a push for increased diversity in Garda Síochána from Minister for Justice Helen McEntee. 

16th December 2021

Clarecastle woman appointed as Irish Ambassador to Singapore – Carey

Clarecastle native Sarah McGrath has been appointed as the newest Irish Ambassador to Singapore, marking a proud day for County Clare, a Fine Gael TD has said.

15th December 2021

Questions remain about National Lottery’s new 'must-win' prize game – Durkan

The National Lottery’s newly announced ‘must-win prize’ is an acknowledgement that the 6-month rollover is unsustainable, but questions remain regarding how the new game design will operate, a Fine Gael TD has said.

15th December 2021

Sinn Féin response to Gerry Adams video is disgraceful to IRA victims – Currie

THE acceptance by Sinn Féin representatives that no apologies are necessary to the victims of IRA terrorists following a video by former leader Gerry Adams is further proof the party neither reflects, nor wants to achieve, a new inclusive Ireland.

14th December 2021

Renewed effort needed to put women’s sport on a level playing pitch - Carrigy

A renewed effort is needed to achieve gender equality in sport, according to Fine Gael Senator and member of the Oireachtas Committee on Sport, Micheál Carrigy.

14th December 2021

Vacant housing stock could play vital role in solving housing crisis - Higgins and Cummins

Restoring vacant homes and buildings to residential use through new and existing policy measures could play a vital role in solving Ireland’s housing crisis, Fine Gael’s Housing Committee team has said.

14th December 2021

Agri sector deprived of dedicated correspondent from RTÉ – Lombard

The agricultural sector has been left deprived of a dedicated correspondent from RTÉ for too long, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

13th December 2021