News & Statements
New figures show the need for Hate Crime legislation
Dublin Fingal TD and member of the Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Alan Farrell, has said that recent hate crime statistics published by An Garda Síochána, reinforce the need for the introduction of the Hate Crime legislation.
Health Minister must do more for people of Mid-West – Conway
The HSE Winter Plan announced by Health Minister Stephen Donnelly must be more ambitious in delivering for the people of the Mid-West, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
New meningitis vaccination campaign needed to alert public of symptoms – Burke
A new information campaign is required to inform the public about the importance of vaccinating against meningitis following recent Irish cases, said a Fine Gael TD.
Russia must be declared a terrorist state – Richmond
With Russia continuing to carry out senseless airstrikes and war crimes in Ukraine, Ireland must declare Russia a terrorist state, according to the Fine Gael spokesperson on European Affairs.
We must stand strong against vandals – Seery-Kearney
A Fine Gael Senator has said we must stand strong against those who would vandalise our community facilities.
New passport office should open in the West to improve service for applicants – Kyne
A new passport office should open in the West to process applications and help eliminate delays for service users, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Statement from Tánaiste Leo Varadkar on Creeslough Tragedy
“On Friday the nation’s collective heart stopped when the news broke.
Extension of Croí Cónaithe scheme to one-off vacant and derelict properties confirmed – Cummins
The popular Croí Cónaithe scheme which helps with the refurbishment of vacant properties in towns is to be extended to all cities and rural areas, Fine Gael Senator John Cummins has said.
Revenue must inform customers on plans to reopen offices to public – Byrne
The Revenue Commissioners must notify customers about their plans to reopen their offices due to an expected higher demand for services after the budget, according to Fine Gael Senator Maria Byrne.
Ireland should not write a blank cheque for energy price caps that could backfire
The introduction of energy price caps could have unintended or unforeseen consequences, a group of Fine Gael politicians have said.