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Another step closer to achieving gender balance on Irish corporate boards – Higgins
Ireland has moved another step closer to achieving better gender representation on our corporate boards, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Sinn Féin like a wild weathervane on cost of living – Higgins
Sinn Féin’s uncosted proposals would leave middle income earners worse off, Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins has said.
Be aware of tell-tale signs of online scams when it comes to booking accommodation – Higgins
People should be aware of the tell-tale signs of online scams when it comes to booking holiday accommodation this summer, according to Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins.
European deal gives momentum to Irish campaign for gender equality on boards – Higgins
Deputy Higgins said, “Achieving gender equality in the boardroom is a major ambition of mine, which is why I introduced the Corporate Governance (Gender Balance) Bill last year, to start working towards a quota of at least 40% women on our corporate boards in Ireland.
Passport Express renamed ‘Post Passport’ to better reflect slower turnaround time – Higgins
The renaming of Passport Express will finally alleviate confusion around slower turnaround times for postal passport applications, a Fine Gael TD has said.
It’s time to re-name Passport Express – Higgins
The name of the Passport Express application channel must be changed so that it is clear to customers that it is not the fastest method of application, a Fine Gael TD has said. Deputy Emer Higgins, TD for Dublin Mid-West, is highlighting that applying online is the fastest way to get your passport.
Price of Taxsaver Commuter Ticket must be adjusted in line with new 90-minute-fare – Higgins
The price of the Taxsaver Commuter Ticket should be adjusted in line with new 90-minute-fare, to ensure that those commuting to and from work every day on public transport are receiving full value and tax efficiency from the scheme, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Information campaign needed on cryptocurrency and related scams – Higgins
An information campaign is needed to highlight the risks associated with cryptocurrency and the prevalence of investment fraud, according to Fine Gael TD and Spokesperson on Social Media and Finance Technology, Emer Higgins.
Twitter must ban European access to Russian state media – Higgins
Twitter must follow the actions of Facebook and Instagram and ban access to Russian state media on its platform, Fine Gael’s Spokesperson on Social Media has said.
Social media companies must increase moderation of Russian content – Higgins
Social media companies must increase their verification of content that purports to be from Ukraine and immediately remove any fake footage to protect against the spread of Russian misinformation, a Fine Gael TD has said.