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Expand train timetable for Christmas commuters – Duffy

Irish Rail must increase services between Dublin and other non-commuter regions nationwide in the run up to Christmas, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

9th December 2025

No mobile coverage & dropped calls persist on rural routes - Duffy

Almost 30 years after mobile phone use became commonplace, non-existent coverage or dropped calls still dominates in large swathes of the country, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

7th December 2025

Statement by Tanaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris on the passing of former Minister Paddy Cooney

“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Paddy Cooney.

6th December 2025

Christmas lights in Drogheda saved with fix fund – Butterly

The Drogheda Christmas lights will soon be switched on again after funding has been secured to carry out repairs, a Fine Gael TD has said.

5th December 2025

Correct decision by RTÉ to restore Grafton Street show from 2026 – Ó Muirí

RTÉ’s decision to reinstate its long-running traditional Christmas Eve show live from Grafton Street in 2026 has been described as the correct call by a Fine Gael TD.

5th December 2025

GPO investment plan can transform site into country’s most visited landmark – Geoghegan

The redevelopment of Dublin’s GPO will transform the country’s most important building into a world-class museum, a Fine Gael TD has said.

4th December 2025

RTÉ must clarify end of Grafton Street Christmas Eve tradition – Ó Muirí

RTÉ’s decision to cancel the long-standing tradition of a live Christmas Eve broadcast from Grafton Street has been described as deeply disappointing by a Fine Gael TD.

4th December 2025

Infrastructure Plan is the most ambitious reforms by any Irish Government – Butterly

The Government’s Accelerating Infrastructure Action Plan will deliver more homes, better transport as well as the critical infrastructure Ireland’s growing population needs, a Fine Gael TD has said.

3rd December 2025

Parents call for stricter age verification on social media – Keogh

A major survey has found parents across the country overwhelmingly support stricter age limits and more verification for children on social media.

30th November 2025

Over 250 judicial reviews taken since 2024 – Burke

The recent increase in judicial review cases taken against An Coimisiún Pleanála (ACP) is placing a significant strain on Ireland’s planning system, with 17 cases per month being lodged since the start of 2025, a Fine Gael TD has said.

30th November 2025

An Post must act urgently to protect Christmas deliveries - Murphy

An Post may struggle to accommodate the sudden influx of new customers following the closure of a major delivery firm during the busiest and most important time of the year, the Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Transport has said.

28th November 2025

Nitrates derogation proposal positive step - Lynch

The proposed extension of three years to Ireland’s Nitrates Derogation announced today by Minister Martin Heydon offers hope to farmers and rural communities, and it’s important that any conditions attached to the extension be outlined soon, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

27th November 2025