News & Statements
Government must end confusion over new zoned land tax and protect farmers’ incomes
The Government must end confusion over the new residential zoned land tax and who it applies to due to concern and anger it is causing to members of the farming community, according to Fine Gael TD Michael Ring.
Solid figures to build on as housing stock continues to increase
Good progress has been made so far this year with solid figures to build on as we continue to increase housing supply, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Coeliacs entitled to 20% tax back on gluten free food purchases – Higgins
Coeliacs should be aware that they are entitled to claim back 20% of the cost of gluten free food purchases, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Retailers must not dismiss imperfect fruit and veg as inflation continues – Lombard
30% of product deemed ‘too ugly’ for supermarket shelves
Glaring inconsistencies in Government use of artificial intelligence & Chat GPT – Cannon
There are glaring inconsistencies in the different approaches by Government departments to using artificial intelligence (AI), Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon has said.
Respect county boundaries in review of Dáil constituencies – Dillon
County boundaries should be respected in any review of Dáil constituencies, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Department of Foreign Affairs must get on top of passport applications to avoid disruption to travellers – Ring
The Department of Foreign Affairs must get on top of passport applications to avoid disruption to travellers during the busy summer season, according to Fine Gael TD Michael Ring.
Decision to cease exports of Jameson to Russia is a positive development – Ahearn
The decision by Pernod Ricard to cease exports to Russia is a positive development and secures Ireland’s reputation as a world class drinks distiller, according to Garret Ahearn.
Farmers must not be unfairly punished with excessive zoned land tax – Ring
Farmers must not be unfairly punished with the new Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) that could cost tens of thousands of euros per year, Fine Gael TD Michael Ring has said.
Review into free to air sporting events must be completed – Dillon
A review into which Irish sporting events are guaranteed broadcasting on free to air TV must be completed, a Fine Gael TD has said.