News & Statements
State’s failure to act for thalidomide victims unconscionable – Ward
The failure by the State and the Department of Health to act for the victims of Thalidomide is unconscionable and must be addressed, according to Fine Gael Senator Barry Ward.
Ireland and EU must follow example of Biden administration by cutting nicotine levels in tobacco products –Burke
Nicotine levels in cigarettes, e-cigarette products, and other so-called reduced risk tobacco products should be capped, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Modernised and inclusive RSE programme remains critical to long-term plan to tackle Domestic, Sexual and Gender Based Violence – Carroll MacNeill
Today’s launch of the Third National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender Based Violence is a key driver in furthering the rights and supports for victims and service providers, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Whole-of-Government approach on how to better support children and adults with autism required – Carrigy
A new whole-of- Government approach on how to provide better supports and services for children and adults with autism is required, according to Fine Gael Senator Micheál Carrigy.
Agency should be tasked with monitoring alleged price gouging by service providers – Durkan
A government agency should be tasked with monitoring price increases across utility and service providers to ensure fairness and transparency for consumers, according to Fine Gael TD Bernard Durkan.
Sinn Féin failure to criticise Russia proven by party’s poor European voting record – Ward
Sinn Féin’s failure to criticise Russia is evidenced by their embarrassingly poor voting record in the European Parliament, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
New cheese facility to strengthen rural Ireland by supporting 4,500 family farms
The start of construction of a world-class €200 million Glanbia cheese factory signals a prosperous future for rural Ireland and family farms, four Fine Gael TDs and two Senators have said.
Allowing students to work extra hours is good for students and good for the economy – Cummins
A Government decision to extend the earned income disregard for students who undertake employment during the summer period is good news for students and good news for the economy, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Insurance legislation reform leading to cheaper insurance for consumers – Kyne
The concentration on insurance reform by Government since 2016 has led to a considerable drop in premium costs for consumers, according to Fine Gael Senator Seán Kyne.