News & Statements
Time for NTA to make digital Leap cards a priority – Higgins
The National Transport Authority (NTA) needs to stop dragging its heels and provide virtual Leap cards on smartphones for use on all public transport, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Urgent reform needed to address taxi shortages – Higgins
The taxi licence application process must be streamlined if supply shortages in the sector are to be addressed, a Fine Gael TD said.
Over 3,000 hospitalisations from cannabinoid use over 5 years – Higgins
An ongoing awareness and education campaign from the HSE is needed on the dangers of cannabis jellies and associated products following an increase in hospitalisations from cannabinoid use, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.
Irish shopping centres must find a way to honour gift cards issued by UAB PayrNet – Higgins
Irish shopping centres such as Liffey Valley, Mahon Point and The Square Tallaght must find a way to honour gift cards issued by UAB PayrNet, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Taxi drivers must be incentivised to work evenings and nights – Higgins
Transport authorities must explore further options to incentivise taxi drivers to work more evenings and nights to ensure safe travel for passengers, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.
Coeliacs entitled to 20% tax back on gluten free food purchases – Higgins
Coeliacs should be aware that they are entitled to claim back 20% of the cost of gluten free food purchases, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Housing adaptation grants for older people and those with disabilities should be increased in line with construction costs – Higgins
The housing aid and adaptation grants issued by Local Authorities to older people and those with disabilities should be increased to reflect the rising cost of construction, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Improved public transport links must be focus of demand management plans – Higgins
Improved public transport infrastructure must be in place before a potential tax on motorists is even considered, according to a Fine Gael TD.
New legislation will ensure companies achieve gender balance on boards – Higgins
New legislation will ensure companies achieve gender balance on boards and that women are represented at the highest levels of business, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.
Businesses left with bad debt thanks to Sinn Féin’s unpaid bills- Higgins
Sinn Féin showed their true colours to local businesses by refusing to pay a poster printing company a bill of more than €5,000 despite being pursued for years, Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins has said.