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29 May 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Health, Billy Kelleher has said the Sisters of Charity have taken the right decision to remove themselves from the operation of the St. Vincent’s Hospital Group, and the new National Maternity Hospital. “This decision, I believe, is in the best interests of both the...
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25 May 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East, Kevin O’Keeffe has said that the paltry €1 million allocation from Transport Infrastructure Ireland to engage in preliminary works on the promised M20 motorway project is an insult to the people of Cork and Limerick. “Sanctioning €1million is an attempt by Minister...
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23 May 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Leader, Micheál Martin TD (Cork South Central) has this morning expressed his deepest sorrow and sympathies to the loved ones of those who lost their lives, and those who were injured, in last night’s heinous attack in Manchester. “To attack a group of young people in...
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21 May 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Relaxation of State Aid rules an opportunity for Bantry Cork South West TD, Margaret Murphy O’Mahony has called on the Minister for Transport to explore the opportunity of future state-aid subsidies to Bantry Harbour to potentially fund future developments in light of recent changes to EU state aid...
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18 May 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fianna Fail Motion calls on Govt to urgently implement action points set out in the Report on the Cost of Motor Insurance Cork North West TD, Aindrias Moynihan has said that a spotlight needs to continue to be shone on the scandal of rising motor insurance costs, and...
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17 May 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Following the news that Enda Kenny will retire as Fine Gael leader effective from midnight tonight, BoyleSports can report that Leo Varadkar is the firm 2/5 favourite to succeed him as party leader. Cork TD Simon Coveney was a one-time favourite for the role, but is currently in...
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17 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin TD (Cork South Central) has commented after the decision of Taoiseach Enda Kenny TD to stepping down as Fine Gael leader, “I wish to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the Taoiseach Enda Kenny for his contribution to Irish political life...
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16 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance, Michael McGrath (based in Carrigaline) has said that the insurance premiums being applied to business, home, public and motor insurance customers are now unsustainable and sustained government action is required to tackle the problem. Deputy McGrath was commenting as he launched his...
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13 May 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie No one likes paying for insurance, but here in Ireland it is mandatory for motorists to have a privately purchased car insurance policy. New figures show a dramatic surge in the number of consumers who had to avail of the Insurance Ireland ‘Declined Cases’ facility having failed to secure...
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13 May 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Sport, Kevin O’Keeffe has welcomed introduction of the Sale of Tickets (Sporting and Cultural Events) Bill 2017 but pointed out that it requires significant amendments to make it fit for purpose. “While there is merit in the proposal, the bill as currently presented includes...
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12 May 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie New website, newsletter and monthly forum announced Bandon Deputy, Margaret Murphy O’Mahony has said that the new proposals from the OPW to improve communications with the local community during the flood relief scheme in the town will be welcomed by local businesses and residents. Deputy Murphy O’Mahony commented...
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10 May 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Choice Based Letting Scheme will flounder without new social houses – says TD Things were better for Cork Councils under my Fianna Fail Party – indicates TD Cork North West TD, Aindrias Moynihan (Fianna Fail) has said that Cork’s Social Housing Crisis will continue to deteriorate unless Minister...
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