News & Statements
Leader funding that supports private enterprises and community groups in rural areas given major boost
Damien English Meath West TD and Minister of state has said he is thrilled to see that details have just been announced of the Transitional LEADER Programme which will come into effect in April 2021.
RTÉ and Vodafone should pull ad encouraging Christmas swimmers at Forty Foot
RTÉ and Vodafone should pull an ad on the traditional Christmas swim at the Forty Foot in the interest of public safety during the Covid pandemic, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Rise in assaults against Gardaí must be addressed
Fine Gael TD, Neale Richmond, has called for increased supports for Gardaí injured in the line of duty after 837 officers were assaulted in the first ten months of the year.
If Santa is bringing you an E-Scooter be aware of the new law, check it twice
People need to be aware of new incoming legislation on E-Scooters, as they prove to be a popular gift this Christmas, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Sinn Féin must stop burying its head in the sand on destructive online party trolls
The Sinn Féin Leader should stop burying her head in the sand and take action against Sinn Féin supporters who post vile abuse and threats online about their political opponents, a Fine Gael TD has said.
‘See Hello for Christmas’ initiative will bring loved ones together virtually after challenging year
Fine Gael TD Brendan Griffin is offering a unique way to ensure his neighbours can connect with their loved ones over Christmas and is encouraging others to follow suit.
Chilling & sinister side of Sinn Féin’s online trolls exposed
Today’s revelations about the activities and comments of a major online Sinn Féin supporter group reveal the chilling and sinister side of the party and their online trolls, the Leader of Seanad Éireann has said.
Carrigy calls on social media giants to fund education campaign in schools to combat online abuse
Fine Gael Senator Micheál Carrigy has called on social media companies to help fund an education campaign in schools to combat online abuse.
No Christmas Day swim for Tánaiste at Forty Foot – dry robe or no dry robe – Carroll MacNeill
While Tánaiste Leo Varadkar was hugely welcomed to Dublin’s Forty Foot last Christmas Day, things are going to be a little different this year, a Fine Gael TD has said.
New school for children with autism and learning disabilities in Crumlin is a welcome development
A new Special School which will open in 2021 is a much-needed development which will greatly assist children with learning disabilities, a Fine Gael Senator has said.