News & Statements
Ireland must lead the support for Belarusian athlete – Ward
Fine Gael Dún Laoghaire Senator Barry Ward has called for action on the request from Belarus athlete Kristina Timanovskaya for asylum in Japan, saying Ireland must lead the international community in calling for the protection of the Belarusians abroad who need it.
Need for more lifeguards and lifesaving equipment as sea and inland swimming grows in popularity – McGahon
There is a need for more lifeguards and lifesaving equipment as sea and inland swimming grows in popularity, according to Fine Gael Louth Senator, John McGahon.
Qualification for Carer’s Allowance must be examined for Budget 2022 – Carroll MacNeill
The thresholds for earning in relation to qualification for the Carer’s Allowance must be examined, a Fine Gael TD has said.
China’s ‘security laws’ target public freedom in Hong Kong – Ward
A Fine Gael Senator has strongly criticised the new ‘security’ laws imposed in Hong Kong by China, following the conviction of a 24-year-old in a juryless trial.
Minister O’Donovan launches the Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Study Post-Consultation Report
“I am delighted at the level of interaction and engagement by members of the public and key stakeholders during the consultation on the The Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Study. We received over 2,200 submissions. I have listened to the feedback and I am determined to implement the revised recommendations in the Report which will help safeguard all users of the Park for generations to come.”
Social Media Giants must follow TikTok’s example on cybersecurity – Higgins
A new Dublin cybersecurity hub for social media giant TikTok will create employment and put Ireland at the forefront of online security development, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Maternity hospitals must clarify their approach to Covid restrictions – Burke
Maternity hospitals must clarify, and re-submit in writing, their approach to the Covid-19 restrictions, a Fine Gael TD has urged.
Des O’Malley was a true patriot – O’Donovan
Des O’Malley was a true patriot who put this Republic first above all else, Fine Gael Minister Patrick O’Donovan has said.
Special focus for Drogheda from Government – O’Dowd
Fine Gael Louth TD, Fergus O’Dowd has welcomed the new “Special Focus” for Drogheda which has been confirmed by the Government today (Wednesday). This key announcement will ensure that all Government departments and State agencies will prioritise funding applications for projects in the Drogheda area that are supported through the Drogheda Implementation Plan.
Brexit is the problem – not the Protocol – Richmond
The UK Government is fooling no one with their attempted Brexit backtrack, Fine Gael spokesperson on European Affairs, Neale Richmond TD has said.