News & Statements
Over 700 incidents of anti-social behaviour recorded by Luas this year – Farrell
High rates of anti-social behaviour and vandalism on the Luas highlights the need for urgent action to combat this alarming trend, according to Fine Gael TD Alan Farrell.
Ability to apply for driving licence affords greater freedom to people living in direct provision – Carroll MacNeill
The announcement yesterday that those living in direct provision are now eligible to apply for learner permits and driving licences will give people greater freedom and independence, a Fine Gael TD has said.
First Circular Economy Strategy will pave the way for higher ambition – Bruton
Today’s publication of the Circular Economy Strategy is an important first step in correcting Ireland’s poor record in removing the environmental damage which has become baked into the supply chain of our lives, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Fine Gael Intercultural encourages members of new and migrant communities to consider a career with An Garda Síochána
Fine Gael Intercultural, the group representing new and migrant communities within the Party, has welcomed a push for increased diversity in Garda Síochána from Minister for Justice Helen McEntee.
Clarecastle woman appointed as Irish Ambassador to Singapore – Carey
Clarecastle native Sarah McGrath has been appointed as the newest Irish Ambassador to Singapore, marking a proud day for County Clare, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Questions remain about National Lottery’s new ‘must-win’ prize game – Durkan
The National Lottery’s newly announced ‘must-win prize’ is an acknowledgement that the 6-month rollover is unsustainable, but questions remain regarding how the new game design will operate, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Sinn Féin response to Gerry Adams video is disgraceful to IRA victims – Currie
THE acceptance by Sinn Féin representatives that no apologies are necessary to the victims of IRA terrorists following a video by former leader Gerry Adams is further proof the party neither reflects, nor wants to achieve, a new inclusive Ireland.
Renewed effort needed to put women’s sport on a level playing pitch – Carrigy
A renewed effort is needed to achieve gender equality in sport, according to Fine Gael Senator and member of the Oireachtas Committee on Sport, Micheál Carrigy.
Vacant housing stock could play vital role in solving housing crisis – Higgins and Cummins
Restoring vacant homes and buildings to residential use through new and existing policy measures could play a vital role in solving Ireland’s housing crisis, Fine Gael’s Housing Committee team has said.
Agri sector deprived of dedicated correspondent from RTÉ – Lombard
The agricultural sector has been left deprived of a dedicated correspondent from RTÉ for too long, a Fine Gael Senator has said.