News & Statements
Luas needs proper plan after chaotic scenes following Bublé concert – Richmond
Fine Gael Senator, Neale Richmond, has called on LUAS operator Transdev to put in place a proper plan for major events following chaotic scenes after the Michael Bublé concert in Croke Park.
Close Loopholes on Online Junk Food Marketing – Noone
Loopholes surrounding online marketing of junk food to youths should be closed, Dublin Senator Catherine Noone has said.
150 New Jobs for Sligo as Phibro announce major expansion into EU – McLoughlin
Fine Gael TD for Sligo - Leitrim and Assistant Government Whip, Tony McLoughlin, has announced that 150 new jobs are to be created in Sligo by Phibro Animal Health Corporation (PAHC).
Heritage Bill measures crucial for rural Ireland – Carey
The Heritage Bill contains several crucial measures for rural Ireland, the chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Rural Affairs and Community Development has said.
Burke’s legislation to help families of missing persons set to be law by the end of the year
Fine Gael Cork North Central Senator, Colm Burke, has outlined how his new legislation will aid the families of missing persons in overcoming the legal difficulties they currently face.
Tony McLoughlin TD to retire from politics at the end of 32nd Dáil
Fine Gael TD for Sligo – Leitrim and Assistant Fine Gael Whip Tony McLoughlin, has announced today (Thursday) that he will not be seeking re-election to Dáil Éireann at the next General Election.
Funding needed for drug to treat rare condition PKU – Noone
Today (Friday) Dublin Senator, Catherine Noone, has called on the HSE to provide funding for a drug which treats sufferers of the rare condition Phenylketonuria (PKU).
Same-sex couples being legally able to declare parentage is welcome news – Buttimer
Cork Senator and Leader of Seanad Éireann, Jerry Buttimer, has said the move by Ministers Harris and Zappone to close a legal loophole and allow same-sex couples to legally declare parentage is a step in the right direction for our society.
Mayo will receive a great welcome in Newbridge on Saturday – Heydon
Mayo will receive a great welcome in Newbridge on Saturday, Kildare TD Martin Heydon has said.
Rees-Mogg’s border visit nothing more than a PR stunt – Richmond
Fine Gael Senator and spokesman on EU Affairs, Neale Richmond, has labelled a visit by arch Brexiteer Jacob Rees-Mogg to the Irish border as nothing more than a PR stunt.