News & Statements
Fodder subsidy plan urgently required to import winter straw – Lombard
The Minister for Agriculture must act now to ensure adequate fodder and bedding for the winter is available to farmers, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Toll plaza operators should make the All-Ireland hurling final a ‘toll free’ day – Lombard
One of the country’s busiest motorway toll plazas should be made free for the All-Ireland hurling final to prevent major traffic delays, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
RACE application process must be brought forward to ease concerns of students – Lombard
The application process for the Reasonable Accommodations at Certificate Examinations (RACE) scheme must be brought forward to earlier in the Junior Cycle, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Another Leaving Cert looms without any additional time for students with dyslexia – Lombard
Students with dyslexia due to begin their Leaving and Junior Cert examinations next Wednesday are not on a level playing field with their peers, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
GAA must explain GAAGO gameplan at Oireachtas – Lombard
The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) needs to explain what can be done to ensure more people see hurling and football matches on free to air TV, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
GAA President invited before Seanad to discuss GAAGO controversy – Lombard
The President of the GAA has been invited before the Seanad to discuss issues of concern regarding subscription service GAAGO broadcasting matches, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Our rural road network needs immediate additional funding – Lombard
Critical roads funding is needed for local authorities nationwide, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Senator Tim Lombard said nationwide road maintenance is essential for the safety of all commuters and motorists across the country.
State oral exams must be held during school term time to avoid unnecessary hassle for families – Lombard
Minister for Education Norma Foley and the State Examinations Commission (SEC) must revert to holding oral exams for Leaving Certificate Students during term time, a Fine Gael Senator Has said.
Fodder Scheme is a solid first step to offering practical support for farmers – Lombard
The new fodder scheme is good news for farmers, but there are more immediate things that can and should be done to relieve the burden on the farming community right now, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
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.