Fianna Fáil TD for Louth Declan Breathnach has criticised the Communications Minister for failing to take action on mobile phone coverage. Despite claims of 90% coverage by some mobile operators, the reality on the ground is that coverage in many parts of County Louth is completely sub-standard. Deputy Breathnach said, “I have been contacted a […]

Fianna Fáil TD for Louth Declan Breathnach says he is disappointed to learn that the Government has failed to undertake a cost-benefit analysis on the possibility of building a high speed railway line between Dublin and Belfast. Last month it was reported that the Government was at an advanced stage in pushing for EU funding […]

Fianna Fáil TD for Louth Declan Breathnach has called on the Government to prioritise the protection of Irish fish stocks during the Brexit negotiations. Deputy Breathnach pointed out that the Irish fishing industry could face significant disruption should a ‘hard Brexit’ occur. The Louth TD says fishing communities in areas such as Clogherhead, Annagassan and […]

Fianna Fáil TD for Louth Declan Breathnach says a new Bill he has introduced in the Dáil will help tackle the scourge of illegal smuggling in border communities. The ‘Sale of Illicit Goods Bill 2017’ provides for the introduction of a series of new measures which are directed at tackling the trade in illegal alcohol, […]

Fianna Fáil TD for Louth and East Meath Declan Breathnach has called for common sense to prevail in the attempts to restore power sharing in Northern Ireland. Deputy Breathnach said, “It is imperative that we see the restoration of devolution in Northern Ireland as soon as possible. All parties need to return to the negotiation […]