News & Statements
People planning to jet off this year must put passport applications top of their list – Ahearn
With up to a fourfold increase in passport applications projected for 2022, people looking to go abroad this summer should submit applications as soon as possible in order to avoid disruptions to travel plans, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Public campaign needed to identify victims of human trafficking – Seery Kearney
A campaign to assist members of the public in recognising and identifying a victim of human trafficking is needed to detect such offences and to support victims, according to Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney.
Russian military exercises highlight the need for investment in Irish defence – O’Reilly
Russian naval exercises due to take place in Ireland’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) give cause for concern and highlight the need for investment in Irish defence, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Clarity that four existing Search & Rescue bases will be maintained is welcome– Cummins
Confirmation of the retention of search and rescue services at four bases including Waterford is a positive development, according to Fine Gael Senator John Cummins.
New vacant and derelict properties regulations will be a game changer in tackling the housing crisis- Higgins
Extending first-time buyer initiatives to vacant and derelict homes will be a significant help to young people looking to buy and renovate their own home, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Extend all work permits and visas to thank those who sacrificed so much – Richmond
A blanket two-year extension for work permits, visas and student work visas should be considered as a sign of gratitude and solidarity for those who worked through the Covid-19 pandemic in Ireland, according to a Fine Gael TD.
Prime Time feature should be shown in schools to highlight the tragic consequences of bullying – McGahon
The recent Prime Time special feature on bullying should be shown in schools as part of our efforts to eliminate this insidious problem among children and young people, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
RTÉ agri correspondent appointed after position left vacant for nine months – Lombard
The appointment of Joe Mag Raollaigh as the new RTÉ Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Correspondent is a welcome move but it is disappointing that the position was left vacant for nine months, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Time is right for re-set in EU-UK relations – Richmond
After a difficult six years of Brexit negotiations, the EU-UK relationship has suffered and the time has now come for both sides to re-set relations, according to Fine Gael’s European Affairs spokesperson.
Permanent public holiday to celebrate Lá Fhéile Bríde from 2023 is historic and welcome – Heydon
The decision to introduce a new public holiday from 2023 to mark St Brigid’s Day and the Gaelic festival of Imbolc on 1st February is a historic and much welcome development, according to Minister of State and Kildare South TD Martin Heydon.