News & Statements
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.
Retail workers must be protected – Nelson Murray
Specific offences for assaulting or threatening retail workers will help protect staff in businesses across Ireland, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Think about grieving families at inquests – Nelson Murray
Senator Linda Nelson Murray has asked for compassion and respect from all involved in inquest proceedings for the grieving families left behind.
Tánaiste welcomes election of Mairead McGuinness as Vice President of the EPP
Tánaiste Simon Harris has today welcomed the election of Mairead McGuinness as Vice-President of the European People’s Party (EPP).