News & Statements
Sligo and Leitrim constituents invited to have their say to shape future of remote working in online event
Fine Gael wants to hear the views of people in Sligo and Leitrim on remote working in an online event to be attended by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, and Minister of State for Public Health, Well Being and National Drugs Strategy Frank Feighan.
Sinn Féin continually attempting to block much needed homes for families – Farrell
Dublin Fingal TD, Alan Farrell, has criticised Sinn Féin members for voting against Donabate housing projects, in an attempt to block progress, saying it hurts families and individuals who need housing delivered.
Statement by Tánaiste Leo Varadkar on the incident in west Dublin
“I commend the bravery of the Gardaí who were injured in the shooting incident in Clonsilla and wish them a speedy recovery. We think of them and their families at this difficult time.
Failed Sinn Féin bid to block delivery of 1,200 homes in North County Dublin – Doherty
Sinn Féin should hang their heads in shame after voting against the provision of 1,200 homes in North Dublin during tonight’s special meeting of Fingal County Council, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Elderly hospital patients awaiting discharge must be allowed visitors – Seery Kearney
Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney has today called for an amendment to hospital restrictions on visitors to patients who are awaiting discharge dependent upon the provision of homecare packages.
Cycle lanes alongside Luas tracks would create uninterrupted and safe routes for commuters – Ward
The development of cycle lanes alongside existing Luas lines would create uninterrupted and safe routes for commuters cycling along existing corridors, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Support needed for Irish productive farmers during EU CAP negotiations on convergence proposals – Ahearn
The Minister for Agriculture must ensure that our commitment to the EU’s common agricultural policy (CAP) and the convergence process does not make it unfeasible for Irish farmers to enter the agricultural industry, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Ombudsman report highlights the injustices faced by Travellers across Irish society – Carroll MacNeill
Members of the Traveller community have been subjected to horrific living conditions and vast inequities in accessing basic human rights across Irish society, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Monies seized from proceeds of crime should fund community addiction services – Seery Kearney
Monies seized from the proceeds of crimes should be directed towards community drug services to tackle the rise in relapse and addictions that has occurred over the past year due to pressures from the pandemic, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Availability and affordability are key needs for childcare
A major Fine Gael survey on the ‘Care of the Child’ has found the most important role of the State is to ensure availability and affordability. Almost 2,400 respondents (81% whom are parents) took part in the online survey, established by Fine Gael’s Policy Lab, over the last two months.