News & Statements
Schools across the country to open doors after-hours for community use – Stanton
School buildings and sports facilities are to be available for use outside of school hours following updated procedures, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Expansion of postal voting system key for healthy democracy
Postal voting must be extended to include Irish citizens who will be outside of their electoral area on polling day, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Spouses and partners of intra-company employment permit holders can now work in Ireland – Stanton
Access to the labour market will now be automatically granted to the spouses and partners of intra-company employment permit holders, a Fine Gael Deputy has said.
Spouses and partners of intra-company employment permit holders should be able to work in Ireland – Stanton
Direct work access is needed for the spouses and partners of the senior management, key personnel and trainees who come to Ireland under the Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, a Fine Gael TD has said.
First payments made to flood damaged homes and businesses
The first payments have been made to East Cork flood damaged homes and businesses through Government supported schemes, Fine Gael TD for Cork East Constituency, David Stanton, has confirmed.
Ireland’s participation in the Unified Patent Court is a win – win for businesses – Stanton
Ireland’s participation in the EU’s Unified Patent Court system must happen soon given the enormous economic potential it will have for businesses here, according to Fine Gael TD David Stanton.
Feasibility study needed on a Bus Rapid Transit Service between Midleton and Youghal – Stanton
A feasibility study should be conducted on the viability of introducing a Bus Rapid Transit Service between Midleton and Youghal, according to Fine Gael TD David Stanton.
Increased awareness needed on dangers posed by ticks and Lyme Disease – Stanton
There needs to be increased awareness around the dangers posed by ticks and the dangers of contracting Lyme Disease, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Broadband outages should be treated with the same urgency as electricity outages – Stanton
Broadband outages should be restored with the same urgency as electricity outages and all broadband service providers should provide latest performance and accessibility updates to service users in real time, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Department of Housing will support appointment of additional full-time Vacant Homes Officers in Cork – Stanton
The appointment of more full-time vacant homes officer positions in Cork County Council will further encourage the refurbishment of vacant and derelict properties in towns and villages across County Cork, a Fine Gael TD said.