Jerry Buttimer TD

I welcome statements by An Tánaiste and An Taoiseach That Cork City Council is to engage with the landowners to explore all options for the future of the site represents a significant & welcome step forward.

I have been absolutely clear about my deep unease in relation to the proposed development on the grounds of Bessborough. The concerns raised by survivors groups, families, campaigners and the wider community have been clear and consistent and it is important they are listened to.

Cork man appointed director of Europe's cyber security body echolive.ie/corknews/arid-…

⏰ Final days to apply for the Community Centre Investment Fund! Grants of €10k–€100k are available to upgrade existing community centres, including accessibility, energy efficiency and refurbishment works. ⏰ Closing Monday, 13 July at 3pm. More: loom.ly/EZ5B9Aw

🌱Launched today by Ministers @daracalleary, @jerrybuttimer and Seán Canney, SÍOL (Irish for "Seed") is a new investment programme supporting disadvantaged urban areas. €5m will support projects in 15 areas in 2026, with €31.5m secured until 2030. More: loom.ly/AUTRMJE

There is no Europe without rural areas. That was my message in Dublin during a positive meeting with Minister @jerrybuttimer. Civil society, community and rural voices have an important role to play in shaping @Ireland2026eu. #Ireland2026EU

Fine Gael is investing €31.5 million to enhance community safety and improve public realm projects across the country.

Last week, Ministers @jerrybuttimer and @daracalleary announced support for more than 4,100 projects through the €7 million Local Enhancement Programme 2026. See the full list of successful projects and learn more: loom.ly/-PTnysw

Local Enhancement4,100 projects, €7 million Local Enhancement Programme 2026. This funding will help organisations across rural & urban Ireland continue making a real difference in their communities. @DeptCultureIRL @daracalleary #CommunityDevelopment #Communities

LISTEN BACK 9% VAT & Carers Allowance - PJ Questions Jerry Buttimer TD Carer's Allowance changes and the 9% VAT rate for the food, catering, and hairdressing sectors are on the menu for @pjcoogan's chat with @jerrybuttimer. Oh, and a bit of USC as well! shows.acast.com/corks-96-fm-op…

The 9% VAT rate will help restaurants, cafés, pubs and hairdressers stay competitive, continue creating jobs, and provide quality services in our local communities. @FineGael @SimonHarrisTD @peterburkefg delivering for hospitality

The 9% VAT rate will help restaurants, cafés, pubs and hairdressers stay competitive, continue creating jobs, and provide quality services in our local communities.

35 countries in the Americas - only 5 still criminalise homosexuality. All are anglophone & formerly British colonies. In this Harvard commentary, I explain why it is no coincidence. On July 8th, a few days after Pride, the Privy Council in London will hear a landmark case on the matter hks.harvard.edu/centers/carr-r…

As Minister in @DeptRCDG great afternoon at Charleville show meeting so many people from across the farming & rural community. It’s a brilliant showcase of everything that’s best about rural Ireland – from agriculture. local businesses to community spirit & volunteerism.

Happy @DublinPride Delighted to join @SimonHarrisTD @HMcEntee @ReginaDo @FineGael members, friends and colleagues today to celebrate an inclusive Ireland

📢 How is your county performing? The National Social Enterprise Census closes on 28 June. 📊 Check the live county participation table and help ensure your county is represented. @jerrybuttimer 🌐 socialenterprise.ie/census

Electric Ireland All Ireland Minor Football Championship Semi Final     Full time Cork: 2-19 (25) (2-1-17) Derry: 2-8 (14) (2-0-8)

Congratulations to Senator Cathal Byrne on his appointment as Government Chief Whip in Seanad Éireann.

Congratulations to Senator Garret Ahern on his appointment as Leader of Seanad Éireann.

“We now have 19,000 premises that have access to high-speed broadband in County Kilkenny and a €72 million investment.” Minister Patrick O’Donovan speaking on Ireland AM on the National Broadband Plan being fully delivered in Kilkenny.