Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Energy, Michael Moynihan TD, has called on the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) to act immediately and address the fact that energy prices across Europe are decreasing while they remain static in Ireland. He commented: “Ireland has the highest energy prices in Europe but there has been no relief for consumers […]

Fianna Fáil Finance spokesperson Michael McGrath has described the establishment of the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) as a half-hearted effort to tackle the problem of credit for the SME sector which falls well short of what is needed. Deputy McGrath stated, “Over three and a half years ago, the Programme for Government promised […]

Fianna Fáil TD for Donegal North East Charlie McConalogue TD says patients in Donegal are being failed by the lack of Government action in tackling hospital waiting lists in the region.  The latest figures from the HSE reveal that 2,441 people were waiting more than a year for an outpatient appointment at Letterkenny General Hospital […]

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Tourism Timmy Dooley TD has criticised Dublin hotels which have hiked up their room rates ahead of the Web Summit next week.  Many hotels will be at full capacity as thousands of delegates arrive into the city for the three day event. Deputy Dooley commented, “While I appreciate that hotels have […]

Fianna Fáil Finance spokesperson on Finance Michael McGrath has welcomed today’s move by AIB to reduce standard variable mortgage rates by 0.25% but has said much more needs to be done to reduce the rip-off variable rates being charged by banks in Ireland. Deputy McGrath also pointed out that today’s statement from AIB makes to […]

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Environment, Barry Cowen TD, says the latest revelations on Irish Water reinforce his call for the suspension of water charges until a full review of the company is carried out. He commented: “The runaway train that is Irish Water must be stopped before the company descends into further chaos. Any shred […]