Emer Higgins, TD

The introduction of contactless payments technology on Dublin buses and across the transport network should be prioritised for all passengers, according to a Fine Gael TD.

A reduction in the Value Added Tax (VAT) on non-alcoholic beverages would be welcomed by consumers, particularly those choosing to abstain from alcohol, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Cuan, the new statutory agency dedicated to tackling and reducing domestic, sexual and gender-based violence, must focus on accelerating the delivery of new refuge spaces throughout the country, according to a Fine Gael Senator.

A ban on the advertising of junk food and drinks on television should be extended past the current 6pm watershed to 9pm in an effort to curb childhood obesity, according to Fine Gael TD Colm Burke.

There has been major progress in delivering apprenticeship programmes and the good work must continue, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Irish Rail should reduce their passenger fares and increase services with 41 new railcars coming into service, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Changes to income tax which are due to kick in from tomorrow (Jan 1st) will put more money back into peoples’ pockets and ease cost of living pressures, according to Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon.

Medical card holders who are aged 70 and older should not be subjected to eligibility reviews, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Safeguarding our electoral process ahead of a busy electoral year has to be a priority for all, Fine Gael TD Alan Farrell has said.

The National Transport Authority’s (NTA) resistance to services like Uber need to be addressed by the Minister for Transport or people living in rural Ireland will continue to suffer, a Fine Gael Senator has said.