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 […]

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Cross Border Co-Operation Declan Breathnach TD has expressed his condolences on the passing of former Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland Martin McGuinness. Deputy Breathnach said, “Martin McGuinness was a proud Derry man who always spoke highly of his community. He embarked on a long political journey over the course of […]

Fianna Fáil TD for Louth Declan Breathnach says proposals put forward by his party will allow older people to continue living active lives in their own community as they age. Deputy Breathnach made the comments as the ‘Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment Bill) 2016’ was debated at Second Stage in the Dáil. If enacted, the […]