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New windows and doors grant will insulate against future energy shocks - Ó Muirí

Take-up on the new windows and door insulation grants is extremely promising and shows that householders want to upgrade their homes if it’s financially achievable, a Fine Gael TD has said.

21st April 2026

BER standards need to be more objective – Kyne / Ní mór do chaighdeáin RFF a bheith níos cuspóirí – Kyne

Work is needed by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) to reform the Building Energy Rating (BER) system, while grants should be increased significantly, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

20th April 2026

Late night bus pilot will transform nightlife in rural Ireland – Boyle

A new pilot for late night bus services will deliver safe and reliable late-night transport for rural communities over busy weekends, a Fine Gael TD has said.

20th April 2026

Teachers need relocation scheme to help retention issues – Scahill

Barriers facing teachers seeking voluntary relocation need to be addressed, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

19th April 2026

Progress on new law to remove insurance barriers for cancer survivors – Ó Muirí

Legislation to make it easier for cancer survivors to obtain insurance is to be brought forward before Summer, a Fine Gael TD has outlined.

17th April 2026

Survey and plan needed to fell ash dieback – Kyne/Suirbhé agus plean de dhíth chun crainn a bhfuil galar mheathlú na fuinseoige orthu a leagadh – Kyne

A survey of ash trees and felling plan needs to be carried out in Galway, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

14th April 2026

Statement by Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris on the passing of Moya Brennan

“I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Moya Brennan.

14th April 2026

Redevelopment of Galway Port will revolutionise the city – Kyne / Réabhlóid don chathair a bheidh in athfhorbairt Phort na Gaillimhe – Kyne

The approval of the expansion for Galway Port is one of the most significant decisions for the city and the west of Ireland, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

9th April 2026

Landmark decision as Galway City Ring Road finally approved – Kyne / Cinneadh suntasach agus Bóthar Cúirtil na Gaillimhe ceadaithe faoi dheireadh – Kyne  

The approval of the N6 Galway City Ring Road is a momentous and seismic day for the city and surrounding areas, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

9th April 2026

More oversight needed on emergency fund for weather damage – Ó Muirí

A non-means tested Emergency Response Payment for victims of extreme weather events is at risk of failing taxpayers and the people the scheme is designed to protect, a Fine Gael TD has said.

8th April 2026