News & Statements
Blood test cancer screening should form part of mainstream genetic testing – Callaghan
A publicly available blood test capable of detecting over 50 types of cancer would greatly enhance the impact of genetic testing, and ultimately help save more lives, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Defence Force recruitment reaches five year high – Callaghan
The highest number of new recruits in five years were inducted to the Defence Forces last year, a Fine Gael TD has reported.
Connolly’s claim the country doesn’t need an army is a disgrace – Callaghan
Deputy Catherine Callaghan has today called on Deputy Catherine Connolly to clarify her Dáil remarks that we “don’t need an army”.
Independent Ireland faces serious questions over councillor’s role in group that styles itself as ‘Óglaigh na hÉireann’ – Callaghan
The establishment of a ‘shadow’ version of Government institutions, which includes a network of local councils and a kangaroo court system, is “deeply chilling” and must be fully investigated, according to Fine Gael TD Catherine Callaghan.
Debate over Triple Lock needs to be based on facts – Callaghan
Fine Gael TD Catherine Callaghan, a member of the Oireachtas Committee on Defence and National Security, has said the current debate over changes to Ireland’s triple lock needs to be grounded in facts and not misinformation.
Better disability access needed for sports clubs – Callaghan
Many sports clubs and organisations around the country need financial assistance to ensure that their grounds are fully accessible, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Air Ambulance Service is saving lives nationwide – Callaghan
652 air ambulance service missions took place last year, demonstrating the nationwide reach that underpins this vital service, a Fine Gael Deputy has said.
Changes to Triple Lock Mechanism will bring greater autonomy – Callaghan
Removing UN Security Council approval for deployment of Irish troops for peacekeeping service will give greater decision-making control to Government and Dáil, a Fine Gael TD has said.