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Save the Christmas Crib for children – Fine Gael Cllrs & Minister

Fine Gael councillors and the Office of Public Works Minister are working to reverse the Grinch like decision to cancel the live animal Nativity crib in the capital this Christmas.

28th October 2022

Recycled CO2 used to enhance growth of vegetables to be exempt of carbon tax - Doherty

Glasshouse growers of quality tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers who reused the CO2 generated from glasshouse heating are set to secure a carbon tax rebate, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

27th October 2022

Fine Gael to hold first in a series of regional conferences on agriculture and rural development

Challenges facing the rural and agriculture sector will be the focus of a one day conference hosted by Fine Gael in Cork next week.

25th October 2022

Reform of licensing laws will benefit pubs and clubs and boost night-time economy – Dillon

The reform of our licensing laws will benefit the hospitality sector and provide flexibility for businesses by streamlining the application process, according to Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon.

25th October 2022

It’s time for a new vision to support our carers – Byrne

A new approach and sustained solutions are essential to ensure those in the caring profession feel truly valued, said a Fine Gael Senator.

25th October 2022

Transport chiefs must appear before Oireachtas Committee over shambolic new Dublin bus route – Seery Kearney

The National Transport Authority (NTA) and Dublin Bus must come before the Oireachtas Transport Committee over a new Dublin bus route that has been riddled with delays and cancelled services, Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney has said.

24th October 2022

NTA must not force 3,750 taxis out of the industry – Richmond

The National Transport Authority (NTA) must update its rules on the lifespan of taxis to ensure that no drivers are forced out of the taxi industry given the current shortage of taxis across Ireland, according to Fine Gael TD Neale Richmond.

23rd October 2022

Pharmacies can play a valuable role in enabling better access to contraception – Madigan

Facilitating easier access to contraception for women from pharmacies is an important next step and follows international best practice in the UK, USA, Canada, and New Zealand, Fine Gael Minister Josepha Madigan has said.

23rd October 2022

All income eligibility limits for social housing must be raised by 20% - O’Donnell

All three income eligibility limits for social housing must be raised by 20% to help ensure we can meet the housing needs for people, according to Fine Gael TD Kieran O’Donnell.

22nd October 2022

People of Ukraine receive top EU human rights prize– Ward

The people of Ukraine, represented by their President, will rightly be the recipients of this year’s European Parliament Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

20th October 2022