Helen McEntee, TD

Catherine Connolly must answer all questions about her role in working for banks in home repossessions before this week’s Presidential election, a Fine Gael Minister has said.

Catherine Connolly must publish the e-mails where she queried the vetting of a person previously convicted of firearms offences before the Special Criminal Court whom the TD signed into Leinster House for six months - against the rules of access into the building.

Gemma Hussey was a pioneering politician who was inspired to enter public life by her involvement in the women’s movement.

I am really saddened to hear of the passing of Michael. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to Michael’s family, including his wife Sandra, his son Luke, his brothers, his sister and to all his family and friends.

John Naughten’s death is utterly devastating for his family, his neighbours and his colleagues. 

The Minister for Justice Helen McEntee T.D. today (Wednesday) announced that she would increase the level of the Garda training allowance as part of a number of actions she is taking to boost Garda recruitment.

4900 homes commenced construction in March, representing a 51% increase on the same period last year – this demonstrates that government activation measures are working, a Fine Gael Senator has said.

John Bruton was an honest, fair, and gifted person who contributed immensely to Ireland, Europe and the world throughout a half-century of political leadership.

Speech by Minister for Justice Helen McEntee during the confidence motion in the Minister for Justice.