News & Statements
“No thanks Nigel”- Richmond slams planned “Irexit” conference
2018 brings a boost for people on the minimum wage – Durkan
All politicians should support pilot transport scheme for rural Ireland – Heydon
Dublin Bus capacity issues will lead to more cars on streets warns Rock
Letterkenny Tennis Club awarded €53,500 Government regional sports grant – McHugh
I am delighted to announce that Letterkenny Tennis Club has been awarded €53,500 in Government funding today. The club has ambitious plans to expand and enhance their site and to become a centre of excellence for the entire region, not just Donegal. I want to congratulate everyone associated with the tennis club in Letterkenny and wish them future success on and off the court.
Cabinet approves more than €1.7M to Council for initial flood clean-up – McHugh
THE Cabinet today approved more than €1.7M in payments to Donegal County Council to cover the costs of the initial clean-up after the Inishowen Flood. A payment of €1,729,122 will be made to the council in the coming days.
Banning alcohol advertising near schools is a big win from the Public Health Alcohol Bill – Noone
Official recognition of ISL a sign of progress for the deaf community – Buttimer
The passing of the Irish Sign Language Bill 2016 through the Seanad is a real sign of progress for the deaf community in this country, according to the Leader of the Seanad, Fine Gael Senator Jerry Buttimer. Senator Buttimer was speaking after the Bill passed through the Seanad today (Friday) after passing through the Dáil yesterday (Thursday).