News & Statements
Farming sector has the support of Government in meeting commitments on Climate Action – Creed
Farmers should know they are not alone and that Government will support them when it comes to meeting our commitments on Climate Action, Fine Gael TD Michael Creed has said.
Introduction of proxy parliamentary voting system can be achieved through enactment of remote voting Bill – Carroll MacNeill
The first priority recommendation of the report from the Forum on a Family Friendly and Inclusive Parliament for a proxy parliamentary voting system can be achieved through the enactment of Deputy Jennifer Carroll MacNeill’s Private Member’s Bill (PMB).
Changes to CAO website a game changer for students – Kehoe
The promotion of further education options and apprenticeships on the CAO website will be a game changer for school-leavers, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Pathways to third-level education promoted through CAO changes – Dolan
Students will be able to see the full range of higher education options on the CAO website from today, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Mid-West Independent TD is against State supports for Shannon Airport and aviation sector – Conway
People in the Mid-West region should be alarmed by Limerick TD Richard O’Donoghue’s Dáil remarks that he does not support State assistance provided to the aviation industry, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Ambitious Climate Action Plan is statement on intent to tackle climate crisis – Farrell
The Climate Action Plan published today is a statement of intent that Ireland and the Government is committed to tackling the climate crisis, Fine Gael TD Alan Farrell has said.
Becoming an early mover on Climate Action will build a bright future for all – Bruton
The climate crisis cannot be fixed without significantly disrupting the habits of every one of us, Fine Gael Parliamentary Party Chairman Richard Bruton has said.
Indoor sports and competitions to be allowed take place for all under 18s – Carrigy
A change will be made to Sport Ireland guidance so that all games and competitions for indoor sports can now take place for young people under 18, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Cap on rent increases provides certainty to renters– Cummins
The Government’s decision to cap rent increases at 2pc in rent pressure zones will give tenants further protections and security, Fine Gael Senator John Cummins has said.
15% of Leaving Cert points should be attributed to sports, extra-curriculars and social causes – O’Reilly
Leaving Certificate reform should include a change to the grading system whereby 15% of points are attributed to students’ involvement in sports, extra-curricular activities, and social causes, a Fine Gael Senator has said.