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Oireachtas debate needed on the introduction of antigen testing – Farrell
Dublin Fingal TD and Fine Gael Spokesperson for Climate Action Alan Farrell has called for a parliamentary debate on the introduction and role of antigen testing in Ireland.
Widespread political support needed for corporate tax system to protect Irish economy and jobs – Farrell
Following a weekend of G7 discussions on global corporate tax rates, support from across the political spectrum is needed to protect our current tax system and ensure the safeguarding of the Irish economy and jobs, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Dillon presses for Cabinet approval on €200m N5 upgrade
Mayo TD Alan Dillon has pressed the Government for Cabinet approval on the construction of the N5 upgrade from Ballaghaderreen to Scramogue.
Return of outdoor dining marks a positive day for businesses in Dublin Bay South – Geoghegan
The resumption of outdoor dining marks a positive day for businesses and people employed in the hospitality sector, according to Fine Gael Councillor James Geoghegan.
Sinn Féin and Lynn Boylan must commit to voting for renewal of Special Criminal Court – Geoghegan
Sinn Féin and their Dublin Bay South bye-election candidate Lynn Boylan must commit to voting for the renewal of legislation for the Special Criminal Court, Fine Gael Councillor James Geoghegan has said.
Water safety more important than ever this bank holiday weekend – Ward
As the weather grows warmer, this bank holiday weekend, it is more important than ever that the public exercises care in the water, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Memorialisation of the Mother and Baby Homes and Magdalene Laundries must be accelerated – Seery Kearney
The memorialisation of the Mother and Baby Homes and Magdalene Laundries must be accelerated, according to Senator Mary Seery Kearney, Fine Gael member of the Oireachtas Committee on Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.
People who have been vaccinated in the North must have access to EU Covid Certificate – O’Dowd
People who have been vaccinated in the North must have access to EU travel once the EU Covid Certificate comes into effect, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Special Oireachtas Committee needed to examine Citizens’ Assembly recommendations – Madigan
Minister for Special Education Josepha Madigan has called for the establishment of a Special Oireachtas Committee to examine the recommendations of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality, in particular the three recommendations regarding constitutional reform.
Immediate resumption of North South Ministerial Council is vital – Richmond
Ahead of the Taoiseach’s meeting with the new leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), Edwin Poots, a Fine Gael TD has demanded the institutions of the Good Friday Agreement be fully restored.