News & Statements
Bank of Ireland must prioritise communications with customers to ensure smooth transition of services to An Post – Seery-Kearney
Bank of Ireland must prioritise communications with customers to ensure a smooth transition of in-person services to An Post, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Ryanair must stop playing politics with Cork Airport – Buttimer
Cork Fine Gael Senator, Jerry Buttimer, has called on Ryanair to engage positively with Cork Airport and to act in a manner that is conducive to the return of its base and the resumption of safe flying from the airport.
Minister O’Donovan announces ‘Greening’ of Heritage Sites and State Buildings as part of the 2021 National St Patrick’s Festival
The greening initiative has gone from strength to strength with signification notable worldwide landmark buildings being illuminated in green to promote this celebration. This year the theme of the Festival is ‘Dúisigh Éire! Awaken Ireland!’ which invites everyone to throw off the long dark months and rise to embrace the brighter days ahead.
Potential to use Bank of Ireland branches for co-working spaces – Currie
Government should grab the opportunity to promote remote working and acquire Bank of Ireland’s branches as co-working spaces, Fine Gael Senator Emer Currie has said.
Political parties must go beyond quotas in helping women contest elections – Doherty
Political parties must go beyond reaching quotas and support women in overcoming obstacles they may face in contesting elections, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Regina Doherty, Leader of Seanad Éireann, was speaking as a report published today found that critical barriers still inhibit women’s chances of election success.
Financial service providers must support rural Ireland
Financial service providers must offer sustained proper services to rural communities, towns and villages across Ireland, Fine Gael TD Michael Ring has said.
Higher Education funding recognises impact Covid-19 has on Traveller students
Students from the Traveller community have had their learning disproportionately impacted by the pandemic, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Cork Covid protest must be stopped
Authorities must ensure that an anti-Covid restrictions protest planned for Cork on Saturday is stopped following yesterday’s shocking scenes in Dublin City, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Centralised database for unidentified remains would lead to quicker identification and assist investigations
The creation of a centralised database for unidentified bodies would lead to quicker identification of missing individuals and could help authorities in the investigation process, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Senator urges farmers to mind their mental health during busy time for agriculture
Farmers have been urged to mind their mental health as the sector’s busiest time coincides with Level 5 lockdown and Brexit pressures.