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European solidarity clear in vaccine effort – Richmond

Serious questions for Sinn Féin to answer after receiving £30k in Covid emergency funds – Doherty

Sinn Féin’s leadership have been left with serious questions to answer after three of their offices received payments from an emergency Covid fund for small businesses, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

To achieve a shared future we must deal with the past – Currie

The legacy of the Troubles is not being prioritised with the urgency and respect victims deserve, Senator Emer Currie has said. The Seanad spokesperson on Northern Ireland was speaking following the release of the Interim Report of the Westminster Northern Ireland Affairs Committee into the British Government's most recent legacy proposals.

Jobs boost for Shannon as it is selected as European Centre of Excellence by world leader Exida – Conway

Shannon is to receive a jobs boost after being selected as the European Centre of Excellence by world leader in functional safety Exida, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Urgent action needed on unlicensed ‘dial a drink service’ - Seery-Kearney

Urgent prosecutions are required to deal with the unlicensed and unregulated dial a drink services advertised on social media, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Flu jab more important than ever before - Richmond

People should speak with their GPs and pharmacists about getting the flu vaccine, which is more important than ever before, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Rapid Antigen test could be key in Covid-19 battle – Higgins

The availability of antigen tests, which provide a rapid diagnosis of Covid-19, and are easy to administer, could greatly assist in our testing and tracing efforts, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Full maternity care access must be a priority - Richmond

Confirmation from the HSE that birth partners will be able to attend births during level five of Covid restrictions is to be welcomed, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Covid screening for all GAA intercounty players is welcome – Carrigy

Rapid Covid-19 screening for all intercounty squads ahead of the All-Ireland championships will provide peace of mind for all involved in the games, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

With 70 days to go a Brexit deal is still possible but preparation is vital – Richmond

Businesses must ensure they are prepared for significant change come January 1st