Alan Farrell, TD

The decision by Government to extend the 9% VAT rate for the hospitality sector is a positive boost for businesses coming into the summer season, according to Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway.

The price of the Taxsaver Commuter Ticket should be adjusted in line with new 90-minute-fare, to ensure that those commuting to and from work every day on public transport are receiving full value and tax efficiency from the scheme, a Fine Gael TD has said.

A review of guidelines which would enable school buildings be used outside of normal hours will be positive for community groups and youth organisations, according to Fine Gael TD David Stanton.

MEPs Clare Daly and Mick Wallace should resign for the part they have played in the spread of false information in relation to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

We must make it easier for people with coeliac disease to claim the tax relief on gluten free products to which they are entitled, a Fine Gael TD has said.

An Tánaiste and Leader of Fine Gael, Leo Varadkar has expressed his condolences on the death of Alan Gillis, a Fine Gael stalwart and former MEP for Leinster. 

From transforming vacant buildings in our rural communities to putting farmers at the forefront of clean, green energy production, Fine Gael has a bold ambition for rural Ireland.

Many questions still must be answered in relation to the ownership of the new National Maternity Hospital, the approval of which was postponed by Cabinet this week, according to Fine Gael Senator Regina Doherty.  

“I want to thank Joe McHugh for his work for successive Governments, for Ireland, for Fine Gael and for his constituents. He has been and will continue to be a dedicated and hard-working member of Fine Gael and Dáil Éireann.

“The last two years have given us all some time for reflection, and it is after a significant period of reflection and following much consideration, I have decided I will not be seeking a nomination to stand in the next General Election.