News & Statements
Fine Gael TD secures commitment from NTA to cap child rail ticket cost
Child rail fares are to be capped with the introduction of a new weekly ticket, a Fine Gael TD has said.
New strategy needed to fight retail crime – Ward
Fines based on the value of theft or damage should be levied on those who commit retail crime, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Dublin needs urgent infrastructure investment – time to publish Dublin City Taskforce report – Geoghegan
The Dublin City Taskforce implementation report must be published immediately, following a major new study which estimates that €70 billion in infrastructure investment is needed by 2040 to support the capital’s growth and sustainability, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Apology to O’Farrell family just and deserved – Maxwell
The family of the late Shane O’Farrell have rightly received an apology from the State, said a Fine Gael TD.
Planning guidelines for biomethane plants urgently needed – Lynch
There is a clear need for the Minister for the Environment to publish national guidelines on the locations of biomethane plants, said a Fine Gael Senator.
Tánaiste appoints Paula Butterly TD Fine Gael Spokesperson for Regional Development
Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris has appointed Paula Butterly TD Fine Gael Spokesperson for Regional Development.
Future of postal network must be guaranteed – Byrne
Increased funding must be made available to secure the future of the Irish postal network, said a Fine Gael Senator.
Insurers must step up to ease costs on consumers – Fine Gael Senators
Insurance companies must play their part in protecting consumers from increased costs, say Fine Gael Senators, who have tabled a motion to be debated in the Seanad this week calling for fair premiums for consumers.
Dublin parents hit hard by NTA’s fare hike – Boland
Dublin families are angry about the NTA’s recent fare restructure, which has seen a massive increase in fares for children traveling by train to school and activities, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Choice and comfort in kit makes sense – let’s see children afforded the same freedom with uniforms – Ní Chuilinn
Primary school children should be allowed to wear tracksuits in school every day if they prefer, a Fine Gael Senator has said.