News & Statements
State acquisition of childcare facilities in new developments would deliver more spaces – Currie
Developers must be compelled to build childcare facilities in new housing developments, which could be acquired as state assets and leased back at a reasonable cost to childcare providers, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Education Minister continues to stall on School Transport Scheme – Lombard
The Department of Education’s continued delay to release the findings of the School Transport Scheme review is sounding alarm bells, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Speech by the Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, at the Funeral of the iar-Thaoiseach, John Bruton Saturday, 10 February 2024
Ward voices support for Basketball Ireland amid controversy around upcoming match
A Fine Gael Senator has criticised the position that Basketball Ireland’s national women’s team has been put in.
Social media companies must raise account age limit here to a minimum of 16- Cannon
All social media companies must raise their account age limits to 16 to match the digital consent age here, according to Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon.
Smartphone guideline uptake within schools vital for young minds in the digital age – Seery Kearney
Schools and parents must commit to limiting use of smartphones in classrooms to protect and safeguard children, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
€20 million fines for social media giants that breach online safety code will reduce harm risk to children – Carrigy
Fines of up to €20 million for social media companies which fail to comply with the Online Safety Code will reduce the risk of harm and danger to children online, according to Fine Gael Senator Micheal Carrigy.
Statement by Minister Helen McEntee on the death of John Bruton RIP
John Bruton was an honest, fair, and gifted person who contributed immensely to Ireland, Europe and the world throughout a half-century of political leadership.
Statement by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on the passing of John Bruton
This morning, I was devasted to learn that John Bruton had passed away. John was one of the reasons I became involved in politics and joined Fine Gael.
Death of former Taoiseach John Bruton
Family statement: “It is with deep sadness we wish to announce the death of former Taoiseach John Bruton.