News & Statements
Situation in Ukraine of concern to families expecting babies via surrogacy – Seery Kearney
The evolving situation in Ukraine is a cause of increasing anxiety to families who are expecting babies via surrogacy in the country at present, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Flaws in high-speed broadband rollout must be addressed – Doherty
A Fine Gael Senator has called for a national review and audit of properties that fall between the commercial providers and National Broadband Ireland (NBI) when it comes to the rollout of high-speed broadband.
We must tackle maintenance fees on electronic vouchers at EU level
We must tackle the issue of maintenance fees on electronic vouchers at an EU level, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
University Presidents need to step up to challenge and introduce mandatory consent classes – Carroll MacNeill
Mandatory consent classes in all third level institutions must be introduced in light of the findings of the Report on Student and Staff Experiences of Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment published by Minister Simon Harris, a Fine Gael TD has said.
People planning to jet off this year must put passport applications top of their list – Ahearn
With up to a fourfold increase in passport applications projected for 2022, people looking to go abroad this summer should submit applications as soon as possible in order to avoid disruptions to travel plans, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Public campaign needed to identify victims of human trafficking – Seery Kearney
A campaign to assist members of the public in recognising and identifying a victim of human trafficking is needed to detect such offences and to support victims, according to Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney.
Russian military exercises highlight the need for investment in Irish defence – O’Reilly
Russian naval exercises due to take place in Ireland’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) give cause for concern and highlight the need for investment in Irish defence, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Clarity that four existing Search & Rescue bases will be maintained is welcome– Cummins
Confirmation of the retention of search and rescue services at four bases including Waterford is a positive development, according to Fine Gael Senator John Cummins.
New vacant and derelict properties regulations will be a game changer in tackling the housing crisis- Higgins
Extending first-time buyer initiatives to vacant and derelict homes will be a significant help to young people looking to buy and renovate their own home, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Extend all work permits and visas to thank those who sacrificed so much – Richmond
A blanket two-year extension for work permits, visas and student work visas should be considered as a sign of gratitude and solidarity for those who worked through the Covid-19 pandemic in Ireland, according to a Fine Gael TD.