Fine Gael TD for Laois/Offaly, Marcella Corcoran Kennedy, has today Tuesday said that Budget 2014 has been crafted in as fair a manner as possible, which will allow for the progress we are making getting people back to work to continue. Deputy Corcoran Kennedy went on to say that by exceeding our budget deficit target of 5.1%, as set down by the Troika, we will ensure Ireland’s successful exit of the bailout later this year.

Fine Gael Cork North West Deputy and member of the Oireachtas Committee on Enterprise, Jobs and Innovation, Áine Collins TD, has welcomed the announcement of Budget 2014 today (Tuesday) which she described as pro-job, pro-business and pro-entrepreneur.

Fine Gael TD for Kildare North, Anthony Lawlor, has today (Tuesday) welcomed the announcement in today’s Budget of a home renovation tax incentive scheme saying it will give the beleaguered construction industry in this country a much needed boost.

Fine Gael Sligo/North Leitrim Senator, Imelda Henry, has today (Tuesday) welcomed the investment in important reforms contained in Budget 2014 which will be of great benefit to children and families across the country.

Progress made in achieving more for less but 2014 will be a challenging year for the health services.

Fine Gael TD for Mayo, Michelle Mulherin, has today (Tuesday) welcomed the announcement by the Minister for Justice and Defence, Alan Shatter TD, that recruitment for new Gardaí will recommence next summer.