Richard Bruton, TD

Speech by Minister Neale Richmond at Cross Border Trade and Economic Conference in the Carrickdale Hotel, Dundalk 6 March 2024

A deadline for work to be completed on ratifying the Optional Protocol to the United Nations Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (OP/UNCRPD) must be put in place, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Greater cooperation throughout the European Union on the seizure of scramblers and quad bikes could help authorities to tackle the issues associated with these vehicles, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

With just days left until the historic referendums, Fine Gael is advocating for a double YES vote for Care and Family on Friday March 8th referendums. These referendums are catch-up aligning our Constitution with our more modern, inclusive society, acknowledging every form of family and the invaluable care they provide.

New Private Members Bill in the Seanad will see establishment of tiered compensation for trains delayed by 20 minutes or more, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

The Care amendment's use of 'shall strive' in the March 8th referendums signals a deep commitment to family care, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

The fact that 900 drivers were caught speeding on Irish roads on National Slow Down Day is clear evidence that average speed cameras need to be rolled out across the country, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Met Eireann’s statement that it does not have ‘a crystal ball’ for today’s snowfall was churlish, Fine Gael General Election candidate Cllr James Geoghegan has said.

The March 8th referendums aim to update—not erase—women's representation in our Constitution, enhancing equality while preserving parental rights, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Bus Éireann’s outdated age policy begs the question whether it’s time to review their operation of such an important contract like the School Transport Scheme, a Fine Gael Senator has said.