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Fine Gael Women’s Network delivering election candidates through mentorship
23 out of 26 women who have completed a Fine Gael mentoring programme have been selected by the party to run in the upcoming Local Elections in June, bringing the party’s current total of women candidates to 84.
As a nation of dog lovers, we must ban electronic shock collars – Doherty
Electronic shock collars are a harmful and cruel method of attempting to train dogs and must be banned, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Politicians should not resort to litigation as first line of defence against criticism – Ahearn
The trend of legal actions by Sinn Féin members against journalists and media outlets is a strategic ploy aimed at silencing critics, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Waterford’s ranking on prestigious New York times ‘places to go list’ is a tremendous boost for the county – Cummins
Waterford’s ranking on the prestigious New York Times’ ‘52 Places to go in 2024’ list is a tremendous boost for the county and the south-east region, according to Fine Gael Senator John Cummins.
Introduction of contactless payments technology must be prioritised for Dublin Bus – Higgins
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.
Cheaper non-alcoholic drinks could take pain out of ‘Dry January’ – Ahearn
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.
New statutory agency must focus on delivering more refuge spaces for victims of domestic abuse – Seery Kearney
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.
Extend TV ban on advertising junk food and drinks to 9pm to curb childhood obesity – Burke
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.
Apprenticeship programmes see 54% increase in registrations between 2020 – 2023 – Farrell
There has been major progress in delivering apprenticeship programmes and the good work must continue, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Irish Rail must reduce fares and increase service with 41 new railcars – McGahon
Irish Rail should reduce their passenger fares and increase services with 41 new railcars coming into service, a Fine Gael Senator has said.