News & Statements
Statement by Deputy Leo Varadkar
Speaking at the meeting of the Fine Gael Dublin West Constituency Organisation this evening, former Taoiseach Deputy Leo Varadkar confirmed that he would not seek a nomination to contest the next General Election. The Convention to select a candidate or candidates to run for Fine Gael in Dublin West is scheduled for mid-September.
Fodder subsidy plan urgently required to import winter straw – Lombard
The Minister for Agriculture must act now to ensure adequate fodder and bedding for the winter is available to farmers, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Fine Gael selects Colm Brophy to contest Dublin South-West in General Election
Colm Brophy TD has been selected by Fine Gael to represent the party in the Dublin South-West constituency in the General Election.
Planning system needs urgent overhaul to deliver childcare places – Currie
Ireland’s planning laws and guidelines need an urgent overhaul to provide sufficient childcare spaces for parents and families, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Medical card exemption to Rent-a-Room scheme will benefit students – Byrne
Homeowners can earn up to €14,000 a year tax-free by renting a room to students without it impacting their medical card, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Restrictions on 51-week leases will come as a welcome relief to students – Cummins
Student accommodation providers will not be allowed enforce minimum 51-week leases following the passage of emergency legislation, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Nikki Bradley receives Taoiseach’s nomination to Seanad
Nikki Bradley has been selected as Taoiseach’s nominee to Seanad Eireann. Ms Bradley is to take over the position from Regina Doherty, who was elected to the European Parliament.
An Taoiseach pays tribute to Simon Coveney TD
Taoiseach Simon Harris has today paid tribute to Simon Coveney TD, as he announced his decision to stand aside from politics.
Fine Gael selects Cllrs Naoise Ó Muirí and Aoibhinn Tormey to contest Dublin Bay North in General Election
Councillors Naoise Ó Muirí and Aoibhinn Tormey have been selected by Fine Gael to represent the party in the Dublin Bay North constituency in the General Election.
Toll plaza operators should make the All-Ireland hurling final a ‘toll free’ day – Lombard
One of the country’s busiest motorway toll plazas should be made free for the All-Ireland hurling final to prevent major traffic delays, a Fine Gael Senator has said.