News & Statements
All-male boards must address gender imbalance at the top table – Higgins
The 13% of listed Irish companies who have all-male boards must act now to address the gender imbalance at their top tables.
Bank customers should be aware of convincing scam to access accounts – Higgins
AIB bank customers should be weary of a convincing text and phone scam by fraudsters trying to gain access to their accounts, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.
New social media legislation must recognise photoshopped social media advertisements as harmful content – Higgins
As Safer Internet Day 2022 is celebrated across the EU (Tue, 8th Feb), we must recognise the harmful impact that unrealistic body images can have on the self-esteem of young social media users, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Keep up momentum on delivery of menopause clinics – Higgins
Now that the new dedicated menopause clinic at the National Maternity Hospital has begun helping women experiencing severe menopause symptoms, there must be no delay on delivering the three other promised clinics, a Fine Gael TD has said.
New vacant and derelict properties regulations will be a game changer in tackling the housing crisis- Higgins
Extending first-time buyer initiatives to vacant and derelict homes will be a significant help to young people looking to buy and renovate their own home, a Fine Gael TD has said.
New Online Safety Commissioner will strengthen efforts to keep people safe online – Higgins
The new Online Safety Commissioner will further strengthen our efforts to keep people safe as they work and communicate online, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.
Up to €14,000 rental income exempt from tax under rent-a-room relief – Higgins
Property owners with spare rooms should consider taking advantage of the rent-a-room relief which allows those who rent out a room to earn up to €14,000 tax free, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Extend financial support for hair loss to those affected by eating disorders – Higgins
Financial support for people affected by hair loss should be extended to those who lose hair through eating disorders, a Fine Gael TD has said.
State bodies must follow An Post’s lead in eliminating gender pay gap – Higgins
All State and semi-State organisations should record and publish gender pay data as a matter of urgency, as part of a collective effort to tackle gender pay disparity, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Put antigen tests on your list and check it twice – Higgins
Dublin Mid West Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins is encouraging the widespread use of antigen tests by anyone socialising during December and planning to spend Christmas with elderly or vulnerable relatives.