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Indoor sports and competitions to be allowed take place for all under 18s – Carrigy
A change will be made to Sport Ireland guidance so that all games and competitions for indoor sports can now take place for young people under 18, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Dedicated Oireachtas Committee on autism would allow lived experience to form basis of upcoming report – Carrigy
The lived experience of autism should form the basis of an important upcoming Government report, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Time for pro vaccine sports stars to speak up – Carrigy
It is time for pro vaccine sports stars to speak up and lead by example on public health, the Fine Gael Seanad Spokesperson on Sport has said.
Live entertainment and arts sector must be given certainty in next phase of reopening plan – Carrigy
The Live entertainment and arts sector must be given certainty with a definitive plan in place for the full reopening of indoor events that can be carried out safely, according to a Fine Gael Senato
Tourism vouchers needed to support hospitality industry during low season – Carrigy
Senator Micheál Carrigy is calling on Minister Catherine Martin to implement a voucher scheme targeted for use in Irish hotels, restaurants, and bars to support the hospitality industry during the October to March off-season.
Social media giants commit to funding education campaign to combat online abuse – Carrigy
Social media companies have committed to funding an education campaign for schools across the country to combat online abuse, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Outdoor Enhancement Scheme must be made available to all hospitality businesses – Carrigy
The Outdoor Dining Enhancement Scheme should be amended to encompass all hospitality businesses, including so called ‘wet pubs’, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Financial package needed for GAA ahead of resumption of inter-county games
A financial support package is needed for the GAA ahead of the resumption of inter-county games, a Fine Gael Senator has said.
Carrigy expresses disappointment at Dublin GAA training session
Fine Gael’s Seanad spokesperson on Sport has expressed disappointment at reports of a group of Dublin GAA players holding a training session against current public health guidelines.
Social media giants must ensure appropriate safety features are in place for children and teenagers
Social media giants must ensure they have appropriate safety features in place for children and teenagers using their platforms, a Fine Gael Senator has said.