Senator Garret Ahearn

A Fine Gael Senator has called for anti-drone systems to be deployed to counter drones that are illegally flown in the vicinity of airports, coupled with a stronger identification process for drone operators. The call comes following three consecutive days of disruption at Dublin Airport.

Dublin Airport should be made liable for costs to an airline if management does not ensure there is a drone free area around the airport, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Social media companies must face up to their responsibilities, Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins has said.

Sinn Fein are still trying to deny that their leader took a €1k donation from convicted torturer Jonathan Dowdall, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) created almost 8,000 jobs last year which is a testament to the important work they do to support businesses across Ireland, Minister for Employment Affairs and Retail Business, Neale Richmond has said.

Funding from levies paid by developers to local councils should be spent in the area where the construction has been carried out to go towards the development of amenities and other community facilities, according to Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney.

The appointment of more full-time vacant homes officer positions in Cork County Council will further encourage the refurbishment of vacant and derelict properties in towns and villages across County Cork, a Fine Gael TD said.

Irish companies who fail to publish information on gender pay gaps, as per a requirement which came into operation in May 2022, should face serious consequences, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Sufficient undergraduate and post graduate places must also be laid on to meet demand for mental health support professionals

An Taoiseach and Fine Gael President Leo Varadkar has today announced the Seanad Spokespersons for the party.