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Speech by Minister Neale Richmond at Cross Border Trade and Economic Conference

Speech by Minister Neale Richmond at Cross Border Trade and Economic Conference in the Carrickdale Hotel, Dundalk 6 March 2024

6th March 2024

Timeline crucial to progress Optional Protocol of UNCRPD – Conway

A deadline for work to be completed on ratifying the Optional Protocol to the United Nations Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (OP/UNCRPD) must be put in place, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

5th March 2024

EU database for stolen scramblers could help clamp down on scourge on our communities – Doherty

Greater cooperation throughout the European Union on the seizure of scramblers and quad bikes could help authorities to tackle the issues associated with these vehicles, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

5th March 2024

Vote YES for Care and YES for Family for a modern and inclusive Ireland – Fine Gael

With just days left until the historic referendums, Fine Gael is advocating for a double YES vote for Care and Family on Friday March 8th referendums. These referendums are catch-up aligning our Constitution with our more modern, inclusive society, acknowledging every form of family and the invaluable care they provide.

4th March 2024

Better compensation coming down the line for commuters impacted by delays – McGahon

New Private Members Bill in the Seanad will see establishment of tiered compensation for trains delayed by 20 minutes or more, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

3rd March 2024

Commitment by state in proposed Care amendment should not be underestimated – Ward

The Care amendment's use of 'shall strive' in the March 8th referendums signals a deep commitment to family care, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

2nd March 2024

900 drivers caught speeding on National Slow Down Day - Doherty

The fact that 900 drivers were caught speeding on Irish roads on National Slow Down Day is clear evidence that average speed cameras need to be rolled out across the country, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

1st March 2024

Authorities must be better prepared for sharp weather events – Geoghegan

Met Eireann’s statement that it does not have ‘a crystal ball’ for today’s snowfall was churlish, Fine Gael General Election candidate Cllr James Geoghegan has said.

1st March 2024

Voting Yes in referendums will update, not negate, the constitutional and legal acknowledgment of women - Seery Kearney

The March 8th referendums aim to update—not erase—women's representation in our Constitution, enhancing equality while preserving parental rights, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

1st March 2024

Bus Éireann must review ageist policy on drivers to support expansion of School Transport Scheme – Lombard

Bus Éireann’s outdated age policy begs the question whether it’s time to review their operation of such an important contract like the School Transport Scheme, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

1st March 2024