News & Statements
Minister Donohoe welcomes agreement to secure Summerhill GP Care for All Services
Minister for Finance and Fine Gael Dublin Central TD, Paschal Donohoe, has today (Wednesday) said that intensive engagement between the HSE, the Department of Health and GP Care for All services has resulted in a resolution of outstanding issues that will now see the healthcare practice in Summerhill secured for the people of the area.
Common sense approach should continue to apply to responsible sale of zero alcohol products – Clendennen
Ambiguity around the sale of non-alcoholic products can be avoided through responsible retail practices, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Section 39 workers pay deal must signal shift in how healthcare workers are valued – Roche
Section 39 pay deal is a significant step towards recognising the important role of healthcare workers, a Fine Gael Deputy has said.
Cutting cost of third level education must be Government priority – Fine Gael Senators
Fine Gael Senators have tabled a motion to be debated in the Seanad this week urging the Government to continue to reduce the student contribution fee during its lifetime.
Camogie players should be given the choice to wear shorts – Ní Chuilinn
Rules forcing camogie players to wear skorts while playing are archaic, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
9% VAT rate must be a priority for Budget 2026 – Clendennen
Businesses need a 9% VAT rate to thrive and continue to grow in a more challenging economic environment, a Fine Gael Deputy has said.
Trade can’t wait – Richmond
All parties in the Dáil must make final ratification of the EU-Canada trade deal, CETA, an immediate priority, a Fine Gael Minister has said.
Tánaiste appoints Frank Feighan TD Fine Gael Spokesperson on Northern Ireland and on UK relations
Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris has appointed Frank Feighan TD Fine Gael Spokesperson on Northern Ireland and on UK relations.
RSA must explain driving test delays to Transport Committee – Murphy
An early meeting with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) over the dramatic increase in average waiting times for driving tests will be sought by the newly-appointed chair of the Oireachtas Transport Committee.
Parents and commuters rail against recent hikes to train fares – Boland, Neville, Timmins
Parents of children who use public transport to get to school and college, as well as regular commuters, are unhappy about recent rail fare increases, saying they have been most impacted, a group of Fine Gael TDs have said.