Fine Gael Deputy, Alan Farrell encouraged employers in Fingal to register for the new Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS) which replaces the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme from the 1st of September 2020. Deputy Farrell said: “The EWSS is the centrepiece of the Government’s July Jobs Stimulus. “I would like to encourage all employers and businesses across Fingal who believe that…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell, has urged the public not to engage in international travel, despite the publication of the ‘Green-List’. Deputy Farrell said, “The continued message from the Government is that non-essential travel should be avoided by all people living in Ireland. However, we know that approximately 50,000 people are traveling each week from Ireland, some…
Thank you Ceann Comhairle. Throughout our history, Ireland has faced many challenges, we have endured famine, invasion, occupation and economic struggle; and this history of hardship is well recognised. However, the challenge before us today, is of a different nature to the challenges of the past. We are fighting an invisible enemy and relying of every man, woman and child…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell has welcomed the delivery of new social homes through approved housing body (AHB) Cluid Housing at Dun Sí, Portmarnock. Speaking after attending the launch of new units this morning, Deputy Farrell said, “I am delighted that 15 new family homes are ready, this adds to the 10 family homes that were delivered…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell, has welcomed the planned implementation of amendments to the Companies Act of 2014. Deputy Farrell said, “Today’s announcement that amendments will be made to the Companies Act of 2014 is of significant importance and will help companies across the island avoid the worst impacts of economic turbulence, caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.”…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell, has said that the job losses announced today at Aer Lingus are deeply saddening and urged all sides to engage in good faith. Deputy Farrell said, “The airline industry has been one of the worst affected sectors in the economy since the Covid-19 pandemic began. As international travel has ground to a…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal and outgoing Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Children & Youth Affairs, Alan Farrell, has called for the retention of the Department of Children & Youth Affairs. Deputy Farrell said, “Like many, I have been concerned by the speculation that the Department of Children & Youth Affairs’ future may be in question and have…
A €50m support scheme will be made available to beef farmers in Dublin Fingal who have been financially affected by Covid-19, a Fine Gael TD has said. Deputy Farrell said, “My colleague, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed has announced Cabinet approval for an allocation of €50 million for a support scheme for beef finishing farms which…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal and outgoing Chair of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Children and Youth Affairs, Alan Farrell, has welcomed the announcement of €75m in funds for childcare providers in the State. Deputy Farrell said, “The uncertainty caused by the pandemic has led to significant worry and stress for childcare workers and providers. This announcement is an…
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell has urged people to take the initiative to quit smoking and engage with the supports available. Deputy Farrell said, “This Sunday, May 31st, marks ‘World No Tobacco Day’, and I would urge all smokers to consider the effect the habit is having on their lives and the lives of their loved ones.”…
