News & Statements
Donegal flooding will be treated as a priority case- McHugh
Last night’s flooding in Donegal will be treated as a priority case, the Government Chief Whip has said.
Minister Moran travelling to Donegal to see flooding impact after discussions with McHugh
the Minister responsible for Office of Public Works is to travel to Donegal later today to see for himself the damage caused overnight in the county by flooding.
McHugh welcomes HSE review of autism services and urges submissions from Donegal
People with autism spectrum disorder, parents and clinicians have been encouraged to make submissions to a HSE review of autism supports and services.
Bank on Coffey to fight for services for Kilmacthomas
In light of news that Bank of Ireland has reduced services for customers in Kilmacthomas, local Fine Gael Senator, Paudie Coffey has raised the matter at the highest levels on behalf of local people and businesses.
Ballymun / Finglas initiative needed in response to gang feuds- Rock
Ballymun and Finglas could benefit from a Government initiative similar to the one targeting gangland crime in the north inner city, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Civilianisation of Garda Posts will see more Gardaí on the beat in Cork
The civilianisation of Garda posts will free up more fully trained Gardaí to be deployed on the beat in Cork, says Fine Gael Cork Senator Jerry Buttimer, who is calling for the process to be expedited.
UK document should be seen as the basis for negotiations, not the solution – Richmond
Welcoming the release of the latest UK Government position paper on Brexit, Fine Gael Senator and spokesman on EU Affairs, Neale Richmond, has stated that the document is the basis for negotiations and does not yet present the ultimate solution for Ireland.
People with disabilities need good advocacy- Conway
Here is my response to a recent article by Tom Clonan on the Journal.ie regarding the Government's approach to disability:
€325,000 Water Main Rehabilitation Project for Ballaghaderreen – Hopkins
Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins has stated that it is extremely positive that Irish Water confirmed today is to carry out a €325,000 rehabilitation project on water mains in Ballaghaderreen.
GAA show the way on ticket touting – Rock
The GAA is showing the way forward in the battle against ticket touts, a Fine Gael TD has said.