News & Statements
Irish Rail told timetable change was nothing short of a disaster – Farrell
Irish Rail CEO Jim Meade was right to admit the timetable change didn’t work, as it was nothing short of a disaster, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Decision to adopt Optional Protocol a major relief for people with disabilities – Casserly
The Optional Protocol to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities will strengthen Ireland’s commitment to making our country a more equal place, a Fine Gael councillor has said.
Ratification of optional protocol is a key step for equality – Conway
The decision to accede to the Optional Protocol to UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is a welcome decision, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Proposal to scrap Irish exemption for dyslexic students would be a shattering blow for families – Lombard
An Oireachtas Committee which is recommending that students with dyslexia should no longer be exempt from studying Irish needs to explain its rationale, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Flood Relief Scheme and supports must be fast tracked – O’Donovan
Immediate acceleration of the Bantry flood relief scheme must begin now, a Fine Gael General Election Candidate has said, following another devastating flood.
Three-star cap for hotels who don’t prioritise accessibility – Bradley
Fine Gael Senator Nikki Bradley has written to Fáilte Ireland urging that no hotel is to receive more than three stars without adequately catering for people with disabilities.
Sinn Fein knew for 14-months they had given references to child sex offender – and did nothing – Doherty
A Fine Gael MEP is calling on Sinn Fein President Mary Lou McDonald to admit what she and her senior leadership knew about senior members of her team giving references to a child sex offender from her team.
Statement from Dympna Daly Finn on the death of Cllr. John Naughten
I am shocked and saddened to hear such sad news about John’s passing. I am in total disbelief
Statement from Senator Aisling Dolan on the death of Cllr. John Naughten
I'm deeply saddened to hear the heartbreaking news about John yesterday.
Statement from Minister Helen McEntee on the death of Cllr. John Naughten
John Naughten’s death is utterly devastating for his family, his neighbours and his colleagues.