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Fianna Fáil TD for Tipperary Jackie Cahill says businesses across the county are being crippled by rising insurance costs and has called on the government to stop stalling on implementing all of the recommendations of the Cost of Insurance Working Group. A Fianna Fáil private members’ motion, which was debated this week, put the spotlight […]
Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo Dara Calleary has asked the Minister for Finance to intervene following a change to a form which allows people to claim back medical expenses. The new form is longer and difficult to obtain without internet access. Deputy Calleary commented “Revenue have changed the MED1 form which has made things incredibly […]
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Employment Affairs and Social Protection Willie O’Dea TD has said that almost 86,000 of pensioners are awaiting a decision on their entitlement to an increase in the State Contributory Pension. A review is currently being conducted in relation to post Budget 2012 band rates. O’Dea made his comments following a reply […]
Fianna Fáil TD for Tipperary Jackie Cahill has criticised the Housing Minister for failing to deliver measures to make it easier for people to convert vacant properties into accommodation. The government announced a plan to allow property owners to change the use of space above businesses in town centres so that they can convert them […]
Fianna Fáil TD for Sligo-Leitrim Marc Mac Sharry has warned that rising insurance costs are crippling many existing businesses in the north west and proving to be a barrier to entry for new businesses. Deputy Mac Sharry was speaking on his Party’s motion which puts a spotlight on the developing crisis facing businesses, sporting clubs and […]
Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan-Monaghan Brendan Smith commented on plans to introduce new arrangements for the border and tariffs on exports to the UK. Deputy Smith said, “The plan for tariffs and new arrangements for the border are reckless and will cause havoc in the agri-food sector. There have been growing concerns in Cavan-Monaghan over […]
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