News & Statements
O’Dowd welcomes extension to annual TaxSaver ticket by the NTA
Fine Gael TD Fergus O’Dowd has welcomed an extension to annual TaxSaver tickets by a period of six months for commuters affected by Covid-19.
Creation of National Immunisation Register could promote better disease prevention and control – Burke
The introduction of a National Immunisation Register could lead to better disease prevention and control, Fine Gael TD Colm Burke has said.
Employers should consider taking on apprentices – Bruton
Employers should consider taking on apprentices who can benefit their organisation and create new employment opportunities for the individual, Fine Gael TD Richard Bruton has said.
Extension to the validity period of driving licences is a welcome response to disruption caused by Covid-19 – Higgins
Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins has welcomed confirmation that the validity period of driving licences will be further extended by seven months due to Covid-19.
Sinn Féin trolls need to be disciplined by Mary Lou McDonald – Carroll MacNeill
It is time Mary Lou McDonald took action against the Sinn Féin trolls who are destroying Irish public discourse and bullying and intimidating people, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Leader of Fine Gael, An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar TD, expresses condolences on the death of PJ Sheehan
The Leader of Fine Gael, An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar TD, has today (Monday, 10th August) expressed his sincere condolences to the family and friends of PJ Sheehan, former Fine Gael TD for Cork South West, on the sad news of his death.
Enhanced garda powers needed to deal with quads and scramblers – Farrell
Gardaí should have more powers to deal with the ongoing anti-social use of scramblers and quads. Deputy Alan Farrell said communities around Dublin continue to be plagued by the noise and dangerous driving associated with these high-powered vehicles.
Potential for a cross border university to serve the north and north west
The creation of a John Hume Memorial University in Derry would be a fitting tribute to a man who made an historic contribution to peace and to Irish history, Fine Gael TD Colm Burke has said.
O’Dowd calls for flexible commuter tickets to accommodate changing working environment
Commuters must be facilitated with flexible travel tickets to deal with the changing working environment, a Fine Gael TD has said. Louth TD Fergus O’Dowd said: “COVID-19 has changed the way we work forever.
Help-to-Buy applicants should contact Revenue to enquire if they are eligible for the newly enhanced scheme – Brophy
First time buyers who have already applied for the Help-to-Buy scheme and are waiting on a decision should contact Revenue to find out if they are eligible for the newly enhanced scheme, a Fine Gael Minister has said.