31 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Two new healthcare facilities in Cork have expanded, resulting in a significant additional 74 hospital beds, a Fine Gael TD has said. Cork North Central TD and Vice-Chair of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health, Colm Burke said that 24 additional beds in Mallow General Hospital has increased... Read More
24 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie In yesterday’s fine weather a ‘Street Feast‘ took place in a new Carrigaline Housing Estate; Janeville. Now in its 16th year, the national Street Feast weekend has grown into something simple but powerful; a chance for neighbours to come together in a way that makes everyday life feel... Read More
23 May 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has welcomed Government plans to modernise and improve the Garda vetting system, describing the proposed reforms as an important step towards reducing unnecessary delays and easing the burden on employees, volunteers and community organisations. The update was provided in... Read More
11 April 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A new grant to turn empty spaces above shops into homes will be a game-changer for housing supply and revitalising town centres, Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has said. The new Vacant Above the Shop Grant, available from today, will provide funding of up to €135,000 to support... Read More
19 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Read the full report here The Hot School Meals Scheme is now available to every primary school in the country having begun as a pilot project in 2019. There has been a lot of commentary recently, however, regarding the quality of the food, the nutritional content of the... Read More
13 March 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has praised the ESB for carrying out clean-up and improvement works at two recreational parking areas along the road between Coachford and Macroom, just before Carrigadrohid village. Deputy O’Shea said the works have significantly improved the appearance and accessibility... Read More
28 February 2026, Saturday By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Tánaiste, Fine Gael Party Leader and Minister for Finance Simon Harris (FG TD) visited Cork yesterday, meeting with business leaders, credit unions, community groups and Fine Gael members as part of a series of visits to counties across the country. The Tánaiste was joined throughout the day... Read More
27 February 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie First South Credit Union today welcomed the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris TD, to their offices in South Mall Cork. This was the first official visit by the Tánaiste to a credit union in his role as Minister for Finance. He used the occasion to discuss... Read More
20 February 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has welcomed the opening of the new application window under the ACRES Scheme for Landscape Actions, describing it as an important opportunity for farmers to enhance environmental protection while increasing farm payments. Deputy O’Shea said the ACRES Scheme, jointly... Read More
15 February 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork County Cllr Michael Creed has passed away aged 68 A proud Fine Gael representative, Cllr. Creed first joined Cork County Council through co-option in 2007 and went on to secure re-election in every subsequent local election, a reflection of the strong and enduring support he held among... Read More
8 February 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton has announced details of the first phased roll-out of the new Education Therapy Services (ETS). The Education Therapy Service (ETS), a standalone commitment under the Programme for Government, represents a major cross departmental initiative to strengthen supports for children with... Read More
28 January 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The free trade agreement between the European Union and the Republic of India, is one of the most significant trade milestones in decades, a Fine Gael Senator has said. The conclusion of nearly 20 years of negotiation paves the way for dramatically expanded economic cooperation between the EU... Read More