News & Statements
Proposal to scrap Irish exemption for dyslexic students would be a shattering blow for families – Lombard
An Oireachtas Committee which is recommending that students with dyslexia should no longer be exempt from studying Irish needs to explain its rationale, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Flood Relief Scheme and supports must be fast tracked – O’Donovan
Immediate acceleration of the Bantry flood relief scheme must begin now, a Fine Gael General Election Candidate has said, following another devastating flood.
Three-star cap for hotels who don’t prioritise accessibility – Bradley
Fine Gael Senator Nikki Bradley has written to Fáilte Ireland urging that no hotel is to receive more than three stars without adequately catering for people with disabilities.
Sinn Fein knew for 14-months they had given references to child sex offender – and did nothing – Doherty
A Fine Gael MEP is calling on Sinn Fein President Mary Lou McDonald to admit what she and her senior leadership knew about senior members of her team giving references to a child sex offender from her team.
Statement from Dympna Daly Finn on the death of Cllr. John Naughten
I am shocked and saddened to hear such sad news about John’s passing. I am in total disbelief
Statement from Senator Aisling Dolan on the death of Cllr. John Naughten
I'm deeply saddened to hear the heartbreaking news about John yesterday.
Statement from Minister Helen McEntee on the death of Cllr. John Naughten
John Naughten’s death is utterly devastating for his family, his neighbours and his colleagues.
Statement from Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris
Today, the Fine Gael family is in mourning. We are utterly bereft at the death of our friend and colleague, John Naughten.
Green light for A5 dual carriageway scheme great news for Donegal – Bradley
One of Donegal’s most notoriously dangerous roads is finally to be made safe, thanks to cross-border Governments working together, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Breastfeeding in public places must become more normalised – Ward
A Fine Gael Senator has welcomed the largest group of breastfeeding mothers to Leinster House to mark National Breastfeeding Week.