Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan-Monaghan Niamh Smyth has called on the Government to move quickly to reassure Europe that Ireland remains committed to the Union following Britain’s decision to leave the EU. Deputy Smyth commented, “The decision of UK voters to leave the EU is a massive disappointment and a truly seismic event. This result will have a […]
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Worrying trend at Liberty Insurance in Cavan
Government need to outline plans for job creation in Cavan/Monaghan Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan/Monaghan Niamh Smyth has today expressed her dismay at yet another 70 redundancies announced at Liberty Insurance in Cavan and Dublin. Commenting on the latest shock for Cavan, Deputy Smyth said, “Our thoughts are with the employees that is affected by […]
Government needs contingency plans to deal with the possibility of Brexit
Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan and Monaghan Niamh Smyth has urged the Government to have contingency plans in place in the event of Britain voting to leave the EU. Commenting on the issue Deputy Smyth said, “The referendum on Britain’s membership of the European Union is taking place this week, the outcome of which could […]
FF motion wants to see Arts protected and supported
Fianna Fáil is using its Dáil time this week to highlight the importance of the Arts sector in Ireland. The Private Members motion, which will be debated this afternoon, will look at the main issues facing the arts community.Fianna Fáil Arts & Heritage Spokesperson Niamh Smyth explained, “As a party, we have always been supportive […]
FF call on Government to appoint Arts Minister
Fianna Fáil is calling on the Government to appoint an Arts Minister and increase funding for the sector. The Dáil will this afternoon debate a motion put forward by Fianna Fáil which calls for increased support and protection for the arts. The opposition party is also calling on the Government to allow politicians to have […]
Minister must prioritise border region in Garda allocations
– Only 4 new recruits assigned to Cavan/Monaghan division – Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan-Monaghan Niamh Smyth has expressed disappointment after it emerged that only 4 new Gardai have been assigned to the Cavan/Monaghan division following a passing out ceremony in Templemore earlier this week. 144 Gardai graduated from the training college and will be […]
Amalgamation of library Services in Cavan/Monaghan
Amalgamation of library Services in Cavan/Monaghan could see jobs lost and libraries closed Library amalgamation will have a negative effect on local services Fianna Fáil Deputy for Cavan/Monaghan Niamh Smyth says any move to consolidate library services in Cavan and Monaghan is an attack on rural Ireland. The ‘Putting People First’ Action Programme for Effective […]
Fianna Fáil Dáil motion puts spotlight on soaring motor insurance costs
Fianna Fáil is tabling a motion during Dáil private members time this evening to demand urgent action to rein in soaring motor insurance costs. Consumers have seen a 60% increase in the cost of their motor insurance since January 2014 and 34% hike in the past year alone. Commercial users have experienced similar rises. Motor […]
Speech on Mental Health and the Arts
Thank you Leas Ceann Comhairle, I welcome the opportunity to speak on this very important issue of ‘Mental Health’. For too long now, mental health services have suffered because of the outgoing Government’s failure to allocate the resources necessary to ensure a functioning health service. Despite promising to protect funding for mental health, Fine Gael […]
Smyth takes centre stage at Fianna Fáil National 1916 Commemoration
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Arts & Heritage Niamh Smyth had the honour of taking on the role of Countess Markievicz during the party’s National 1916 Commemoration, which was held in the Mansion House in Dublin this week. The event also marked the 90th anniversary of the party’s foundation. Deputy Smyth commented, “This commemoration was the centrepiece in a […]