This article on political reform appeared in the Irish Examiner on Monday 10th January 2011 The recent debate surrounding the possible abolition of the Seanad needs to be broadened if the deep flaws within our political system are to be addressed. These flaws have become more obvious as the economic crisis has developed, and they [...]

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Fianna Fáil’s new interest in political reform is just a cynical attempt to divert attention away from their failed economic policies and delay a general election for as long as possible, according to Fine Gael Innovation & Research Spokesperson Deirdre Clune TD. Fianna Fáil has been in Government for more than 13 years. The party [...]

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Olwyn Enright’s decision not to stand at the next General Election is a blow both to the Fine Gael party and to women of all parties in the Dáil

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THE GOVERNMENT are doing nothing to utilise bonds put forward by developers to help complete unfinished estates and this is not acceptable. Health and safety must be a priority.

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George Lee spoke about why he decided to run for political office when we launched UCC’s Political Week last night

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Fine Gael has proposed a Budget for 2010 to set us on a course for economic recovery. It is a Budget with a core fairness that we now need.

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Enda Kenny’s commitment to political reform and his leadership on the issue is unmatched by other political leaders. His decision to have a referndum on abolishing the Seanad has been opposed by the Fianna Fáil and Green Party politicians who are benefiting from the current system.

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