The Leader of Fine Gael, An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar TD, has today (Monday, 10th August) expressed his sincere condolences to the family and friends of PJ Sheehan, former Fine Gael TD for Cork South West, on the sad news of his death.

Gardaí should have more powers to deal with the ongoing anti-social use of scramblers and quads. Deputy Alan Farrell said communities around Dublin continue to be plagued by the noise and dangerous driving associated with these high-powered vehicles.

The creation of a John Hume Memorial University in Derry would be a fitting tribute to a man who made an historic contribution to peace and to Irish history, Fine Gael TD Colm Burke has said.

Commuters must be facilitated with flexible travel tickets to deal with the changing working environment, a Fine Gael TD has said. Louth TD Fergus O’Dowd said: “COVID-19 has changed the way we work forever.

First time buyers who have already applied for the Help-to-Buy scheme and are waiting on a decision should contact Revenue to find out if they are eligible for the newly enhanced scheme, a Fine Gael Minister has said.

Remote working and working from home during a pandemic are not the same thing, but the opportunity has presented itself for long-term change, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Dublin West Senator, Emer Currie, is the Fine Gael Seanad Spokesperson for Employment Affairs and Work/Life Balance.

The newly expanded Bike to Work Scheme will be of real benefit to commuters during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond, Fine Gael Party Chair Richard Bruton TD has said. Deputy Bruton said, “Welcome changes have been made to the Bike to Work Scheme under the July Stimulus, the Government’s plan to help get Ireland's businesses back on their feet and get as many people as possible back to work quickly.

Taxi passengers need to be provided with cashless payment options in all taxis as a matter of public health, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Fine Gael Senator Jerry Buttimer said almost a year ago, the National Transport Authority acknowledged that their drivers will be obliged to accept card payments.

Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard has warned staycationers not to be complacent about sunscreen. “Thankfully for most people, sunscreen is an absolute staple when packing for a trip to sunnier climes. Unfortunately though, many people forget about sun protection while at home in Ireland"

Fine Gael TD Colm Burke has paid tribute to John Hume as one of the greats of Irish history. Deputy Burke said: “The death of John Hume is a time of national mourning. “However it is also a time to remember and honour the life of a truly great Irishman, a great European and an international statesman.