Ciaran Cannon, TD

“Following a career spanning twenty years, I have decided to leave politics and not contest the next General Election. I've enjoyed politics immensely and have been privileged to work alongside some very committed and talented people.

An independent Road Safety Commissioner is required to oversee Ireland’s road safety strategy implementation, as underscored by Liz O'Donnell, Chairperson of the Road Safety Authority today, a Fine Gael TD has said.

All social media companies must raise their account age limits to 16 to match the digital consent age here, according to Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon.

Regional media must be part of any future discussion and decision by Government as regards the future funding and viability of public service broadcasting and journalism, a Fine Gael TD has said.

The establishment of a Road Safety Commissioner which is independent and has legislative powers could help make our roads safer, according to a Fine Gael TD.

The establishment of RTÉ’s Register of External Activities and a separate Register of Interests needs clear oversight and transparency to restore confidence, a Fine Gael TD has said.

It is crucial that RTE’s new Register of Interests for any paid for external promotional or sponsorship work events undertaken by RTE on air staff be made available to the public, a Fine Gael TD has said.

A dedicated grant scheme is needed for maintenance and upgrades of playgrounds for the benefit of children and young people in our communities, according to a Fine Gael TD.

The drop in sales and renewal of the TV licence fee will continue until public trust is restored in RTÉ, a Fine Gael TD has said.

All paid for external work events undertaken by RTE staff should be published on an online register, a Fine Gael TD has said.