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Motorway between Limerick and Cork will benefit entire western Atlantic Corridor – O’Donnell

The M20 motorway between Limerick and Cork is one of a range of transport projects that the Government is committed to and will benefit the west coast of the country, Fine Gael TD and Chair of the Oireachtas Transport and Communications committee Kieran O’Donnell has said.

4th October 2021

Fine Gael Policy Lab proposes major re-prioritisation of Early Childhood

It is time for a major re-prioritisation of early childhood in our national ambitions, with a need for increased focus on well-being in early childhood, a Fine Gael group has said.

3rd October 2021

Move towards flexible tax saver commuter tickets picks up speed - McGahon

The move towards a new flexible tax saver commuter ticket has picked up speed, with welcome clarification from the Minister for Finance. Fine Gael Louth Senator John McGahon, who has been campaigning on this issue for commuters for some time, raised the matter with Minister Paschal Donohoe and has received the clarity needed to move the idea forward.

1st October 2021

Tipperary’s N24 must be kept in National Development Plan - Ahearn

The National Development Plan review to be announced next week must include the N24 route which will be a vital piece of infrastructure for Tipperary, Fine Gael Senator Garret Ahearn has said.

1st October 2021

New Shannon TU will drive innovation and investment to transform communities in Midlands and West - Dolan

The new Technological University Shannon: Midlands Midwest will drive innovation and investment that will transform communities in the Midlands and the West, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

1st October 2021

Seanad approves bill to safeguard ‘good causes’ funding - Ward

A Bill drafted by Fine Gael’s Barry Ward which aims to ensure National Lottery funding is guaranteed to go to fund sports groups, arts and community activities across the country is progressing through the Oireachtas.

30th September 2021

Success of Sláintecare heart health diagnostic pilot shows what can be done - Kyne

Senator Seán Kyne has pointed to the success of a heart failure diagnostic and care service as an example of what Sláintecare can deliver in communities with leadership and support.

30th September 2021

More Eye Clinic Liaison Officers needed to support those with sight loss - Conway

More Eye Clinic Liaison Officers (ECLOs) are needed to support those with sight loss, Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway has said.

30th September 2021

NTA should open its promised regional office in Cork - Buttimer

Cork Fine Gael Senator Jerry Buttimer, a member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee, has called on the NTA to open its promised regional office in Cork.

30th September 2021

Review of Garda vetting system will help protect vulnerable people – Seery-Kearney

A proposed review of the Garda Vetting system will help to further protect vulnerable people, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

29th September 2021