Emer Higgins, TD

Emer Higgins is the Minister of State with responsibilityfor Business, Employment and Retail. She was elected TD for Dublin Mid West in the 2020 General Election, current Equality Spokesperson for Fine Gael and served as Governor of UCD from 2018 – 2023.

Previously, Deputy Higgins worked as Chief of Staff for PayPal’s Customer Service division in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), bringing over a decade of corporate expertise to the table working with both Small and Medium Size Businesses (SMEs) and Multinational Companies.

Deputy Higgins served as a Councillor of South Dublin County Council from 2011-2020, representing the communities of Palmerstown, Lucan, Clondalkin, Newcastle, Saggart and Rathcoole and also spent 5 years working with Frances Fitzgerald MEP during her time as both a Senator and a Minister.

In 2021, Deputy Higgins introduced the Irish Corporate Governance (Gender Balance) Bill, which aims to ensure Irish companies achieve significant gender balance on their boards, fostering a more inclusive business environment. This Bill has received Government support and is now at Second Stage in Dáil Éireann.

Deputy Higgins is a strong advocate for women in education and business, having initiated the Women in Business Network with the Local Enterprise Office to aid women entrepreneurs. She has led the Fine Gael group on the Council and chaired the “Land-use, Planning and Transport” Strategic Policy Committee of South Dublin County Council.

Her work across various Oireachtas Committees, including Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Disability Matters, Public Petitions, and Special Committees Assisted Dying and International Surrogacy reflects her wide-ranging commitment to equality.

News & Statements

An Post's operational overhaul sparking delivery delays in West Dublin – Higgins

A new operational plan for the Fonthill and Blanchardstown delivery offices has resulted in delays for both regular mail and package deliveries, a Fine Gael TD has said.

17th February 2024

24-hour public transport system long overdue for Dublin – Higgins

Dublin needs an around the clock public transport service and the expansion of rail services is essential to making this happen, a Fine Gael Deputy has said.

16th February 2024

Extending child benefit for secondary school students marks a positive step forward - Higgins

Plans to extend child benefit for those up to the age of 19 in full time education is a welcome development, a Fine Gael TD has said.

13th February 2024

Introduction of contactless payments technology must be prioritised for Dublin Bus – Higgins

The introduction of contactless payments technology on Dublin buses and across the transport network should be prioritised for all passengers, according to a Fine Gael TD.

9th January 2024

I.D plates required for commercial cyclists and e-bikes – Higgins

Commercial cyclists should be required to wear identification numbers to improve safety standards on our public roads, a Fine Gael TD has said.

9th November 2023

Public must be vigilant on scam requiring bank details to claim electricity credits – Higgins

The public, particularly vulnerable and elderly citizens, should be wary of a phone scam asking for bank details in order to claim Government electricity credits, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.

29th October 2023

HSE must address difficulties of medical card holders accessing GP care – Higgins

The Health Service Executive (HSE) must address the inconsistency in its policies and guidelines surrounding GP assignments for medical card holders, a Fine Gael TD has said.

3rd October 2023

Time for NTA to make digital Leap cards a priority – Higgins

The National Transport Authority (NTA) needs to stop dragging its heels and provide virtual Leap cards on smartphones for use on all public transport, a Fine Gael TD has said.

28th August 2023

Urgent reform needed to address taxi shortages – Higgins

The taxi licence application process must be streamlined if supply shortages in the sector are to be addressed, a Fine Gael TD said.

24th August 2023

Over 3,000 hospitalisations from cannabinoid use over 5 years – Higgins

An ongoing awareness and education campaign from the HSE is needed on the dangers of cannabis jellies and associated products following an increase in hospitalisations from cannabinoid use, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.

16th July 2023

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Contact Details

Phone:

01-4013416

Email:

emer.higgins@oir.ie

Address:

Scanda House
Main Street
Rathcoole
Co. Dublin. D24 R97E