Maeve O'Connell
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TD Dublin Rathdown. Fine Gael. Lawyer, Governance. Park runner. Dog lover
Dublin City, Ireland
Joined February 2019
So disappointing that Ireland must leave Lebanon. Bound by the Triple Lock, others make this choice for us...this must change. RTE news : UN mission in Lebanon on course to end in 2027 https://t.co/Ew54bzvoXE
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The UN Security Council has adopted a compromise resolution on the withdrawal of UNIFIL peacekeeping forces from southern Lebanon.
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Thanks to all our service men & women who have served their country honourably for near 50 years in Lebanon. And especially Pte Rooney, who served & sacrificed for peace.
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This is the opposite of neutrality. This is submission to foreign governments with no accountability to the Irish public. #triplelock #Lebanon #UNSC #Defence #finegael #foreignaffairs
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This is the Triple Lock in action. We have given control to Russia, China, UK, France & US on where we deploy our defense personnel overseas.
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At the Oireachtas Defence Committee I have made the point for months that this was a a real possibility, that the UNSC mandate for Lebanon would cease & Ireland would then be forced to withdraw
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A deal between the EU and US provides much needed certainty. While Ireland regrets a baseline tariff of 15%, it is important that we now have more certainty on the foundations for the EU-US trade relationship. This is essential for jobs, growth and investment. My statement:
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In June @dlrcc meeting I called for doubling of bus frequency for Kilmacud, Goatstown, Clonskeagh and UCD to the city centre. This is currently fulfilled by the 11 route to be replaced by a new route, the 86 The Luas is already at capacity - with new housing it will have even
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Your own boss or work for a firm, flexible hours & location, not sitting all day...appealing conditions to many young women. Katelyn shows apprenticeship is a great option @sineadcourtney_ RTE news : Laois Rose hopes to inspire women to become apprentices https://t.co/bcs6YiA9Cj
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As pupils prepare to start their Leaving Cert in just a few days, we are hearing from young people who took alternative paths to the CAO.
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Well done to Liam studying to be a surgeon, highlighting that LC is not key to your dreams, there are many pathways to get there that do not need LC or points. RTE news : No LC, but student sets sights on heart surgeon career https://t.co/hQem9wGNaZ
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With the Leaving Cert beginning in just a few days, we are hearing from some of the young people who took alternative paths to the CAO points race.
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A fair and firm migration system must ensure deportations are effective and efficient. Today our country recommenced the use of charter flights for deportations. If you don’t have a legal right to be here, our system must act and today is evidence that it is and it will
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Last night Ireland recommenced chartered flights to facilitate deportations. This was the first of such flights and will ensure we have a firm migration system. I thank the officials and Gardai who were involved in this operation.
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With Garda women making up 28.7% of the force, our defence forces have a long way to go, with women only 5% joining last year. As one of the first women to join the Irish Army Reserves, thats a dissapointing rate of progress. RTE Defence Forces grow https://t.co/UYCZUD4Fz2
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Tánaiste Simon Harris has said that Ireland's defence budget should reach the highest level possible of around €3 billion in the years ahead.
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Thank you to all who have made a huge effort to restore power to schools or to access generators. Almost all schools will reopen tomorrow as normal. Less than 10 schools remain without power and we are ensuring they get access to generators so they can reopen by Wednesday latest.
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The weekly traffic news for the County, including current road closures and traffic management plans, can be viewed here https://t.co/OvTP3nTHQa
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Following Met Éireann’s Status Red Weather Wind Warning for tomorrow, 24 January, our Crisis Management Team have planned for this severe and destructive storm. #StormEowyn Click the link below to read the measures we have taken to deal with Storm Éowyn. https://t.co/7dpcAofNoq
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Saturday October 26th and Sunday October 27th 2024 sees the return of SAMHAIN to Marlay Park with heaps of Halloween horrors! 👻 Tickets on sale at 2pm on Sun 6 Oct & available https://t.co/TRUTXGkFEP Each ticket admits 2 people & costs €5! Full info https://t.co/s6JC30qQyE
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#Budget2025 puts money back in your pocket and helps your family with the cost of living. Mayo General Election candidate @KeiraKeoghFG explains how our calculator can help you learn how the Budget works for you. Use it here: https://t.co/ykpQjvSHzG
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Well done to Willo and Stacey King for having their great local business Re-Cycle Bikes named as a finalist in the Family Business Awards! If you could please take two minutes to help them and vote below. Click the link - Go to People Choice Awards "Leinster" Scroll down to
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Great to be out today with An Taoiseach Simon Harris and my Fine Gael colleagues speaking with commuters this morning about how the budget can help you. #Budget25
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#Budget2025 puts money back in your pocket and helps families with the cost of living. Learn more: https://t.co/nlrXHdyJsa
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