Alan Farrell

A fond farewell to Leinster House after 14 years. I spent the last week clearing my desk and three terms of memories. I will be forever grateful to the people of Fingal for the opportunity to serve in Parliament. The next chapter is yet to be written.

Over 30 members of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party met with ESB Networks MD Nicholas Tarrant & Regional Manager, Siobhan Wynne last night in Leinster House to discuss emergency works across the country to restore power to homes and businesses.

🏫 📖 Fine Gael will ensure that Ireland continues to have one of the best education systems in the world.

Examples of trees down we want to make you aware of as our crews begin assessment and clear up. Turvey Avenue Blocked at Beresford Tree down at the graveyard on the main road in Ballyboughal making the road impassable. 5 trees down at Estuary Road Tree down at Balbriggan Street Skerries Remember Yellow warning still in place and only make necessary journeys and drive with extreme caution Remember: Dublin has now moved to a Status Yellow warning . This is in place from 12pm-4pm, with strong to near gale force westerly winds and damaging gusts. There is a good amount of debris across Fingal and our crews are now out and about to assist with the clean up - they will tackle priority routes first before moving to local roads. So far we have received reports of 82 trees down across the county, as well as the ice-rink in Millennium Park being severely damaged. Our parks will remain closed today and will be inspected later this afternoon. Alongside this, all of our pitches will be closed this weekend, with assessments for playability not being carried out until Monday. While council offices and facilities are closed today, it will still be business as usual with all of our staff working and responding to any queries. Members of the public can contact Fingal County Council on 018905000 during normal office hours, after which calls will be transferred to the council’s emergency/out of hours service. You may also email our Operations Teams within your local area using: Castleknock Mulhuddart Area - casmuloparea@fingal.ie Balbriggan Swords Area - balswooparea@fingal.ie Howth Malahide Area - howmaloparea@fingal.ie

Dublin has now moved to a Status Yellow warning . This is in place from 12pm-4pm, with strong to near gale force westerly winds and damaging gusts. There is a good amount of debris across Fingal and our crews are now out and about to assist with the clean up - they will tackle priority routes first before moving to local roads. So far we have received reports of 82 trees down across the county, as well as the ice-rink in Millennium Park being severely damaged. Our parks will remain closed today and will be inspected later this afternoon. Alongside this, all of our pitches will be closed this weekend, with assessments for playability not being carried out until Monday. While council offices and facilities are closed today, it will still be business as usual with all of our staff working and responding to any queries. Members of the public can contact Fingal County Council on 018905000 during normal office hours, after which calls will be transferred to the council’s emergency/out of hours service. You may also email our Operations Teams within your local area using: Castleknock Mulhuddart Area - casmuloparea@fingal.ie Balbriggan Swords Area - balswooparea@fingal.ie Howth Malahide Area - howmaloparea@fingal.ie

“We feel the weight of our responsibility keenly, and look forward to serving the country to the best of our abilities.” — Tánaiste @SimonHarrisTD

Today Fine Gael held the first of five regional meetings to engage with members and hear their views on the draft Programme for Government. This Programme for Government delivers for families, businesses, rural Ireland & communities. To read it, go to: finegael.ie/ProgrammeForGo…

Fine Gael has agreed a Programme for Government that delivers for families, backs businesses, and protects our economy. Read it here: finegael.ie/ProgrammeForGo…

Since the General Election we have been working night and day to deliver a Programme for Government. Fine Gael went into negotiations to put together a government that can deliver on the issues that matter to you, your family and your community.

Statement: This morning peacekeepers observed an IDF bulldozer destroying a blue barrel marking the line of withdrawal between Lebanon and Israel in Labbouneh, as well as an observation tower belonging to the Lebanese Armed Forces immediately beside a UNIFIL position there.

Fine Gael is putting money back in your pocket in 2025. Here’s how 👇 For more: finegael.ie/budget2025

2.78 million people are now employed, with 96,800 jobs gained in the last year alone. 4.3% unemployment rate vs 6.4% in the euro area. We are witnessing not only a record number of people in employment, but also the growth of dynamic and sustainable industries 💪🏼

It is with the utmost sadness that I have learned of the death of former US President and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jimmy Carter. May he rest in peace. Full statement below.

John Bruton was ‘his own man’ whose role in the peace process gets overlooked. State Papers: irishtimes.com/history/2024/1…

This year marks the 18th annual GOAL Mile at Malahide Castle, you can donate below, on the day in cash or via card. The GOAL Mile Malahide Castle 's Fundraising Page #GOALMile @GOAL_Global idonate.ie/fundraiser/The…

Harm reduction is critical in a health led and compassionate approach to drug use. The government support @ColmBurkeTD @DonnellyStephen makes it possible to add to safety and care in addiction. @MerchantsQuayIR deserve enormous credit we @HSELive happy to support.

Yesterday I signed the licence for Ireland’s first Supervised Injecting Facility to open in Merchants Quay Dublin. It opened its doors today with staff available to provide support This facility is a landmark development in our health-led approach to drug use. It prioritises the health and social needs of people who inject drugs and reduces the stigma and marginalisation associated with on street injecting drug use. I commend the @HSELive and @MerchantsQuayIR and @roinnslainte staff for the development and delivery of this pilot service. I am particularly heartened that the facility will be able to open at a time of year when people who inject drugs face heightened isolation and vulnerability.

If you are a member of a GAA club, you can register to attend a GOAL Mile in your area (including the 18th Annual GOAL Mile at Malahide Castle on Christmas Day!) at Goalmile.org to be in with a chance to win €1,000 for your Club!

Great news & progress here. 54,574 homes commenced in the first 11 months of 2024 - 84% more than the same period in 2023. Housing remains my number one priority.

Fine Gael has heard your concerns. We’re ready to hit the ground running and secure your future.