Listen back to This Week RTÉ today with a discussion of the upcoming hate speech bill with Senator Rónán Mullen and Senator Barry Ward c 22.50 rte.ie/radio/radio1/t…

Fine Gael Senator Barry Ward has said he will formally nominate Simon Harris for FG leadership. Ward became the first member of the party to publicly back Harris for the leadership after Leo Varadkar announced his resignation as Taoiseach and FG leader yesterday.

This #EUCO was the last of our dear friend Leo Varadkar. Dear Leo, thank you for your determination, dedication and personal contribution to building a better and more equal and diverse Europe. Buíochas leat as do chuid oibre, agus ádh mór!

This morning, 166 new members joined An Garda Síochána. Congratulations to each of our new recruits and thank you for making a personal commitment to public service and to keeping our communities safe, which is something we are all grateful for. 🔗 - gov.ie/en/press-relea…

It is the honour of my life to become the Leader of Fine Gael. I promise that I will work hard with responsibility, humanity and civility. I love this country and I will work night and day to keep it safe and deliver for people.

Out and about on the doors tonight in Blackrock and according to some residents, in the running to win the Simon Harris TD lookalike competition

"let's treat people like adults, let's respect the fact that people are capable of making the decision themselves" Barry Ward 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 on the extension of alcohol licensing laws. #TonightVMTV

Why are the European elections important? Don't miss your opportunity to shape Europe's future on 6-9 June. #UseYourVote #EUelections2024

We are in the process of drafting our Code of Practice for Body Worn Cameras as part of a Proof of Concept for their use. We're keen to hear views from across society on the Code of Practice document. To provide your views, just follow this link: tinyurl.com/2h82n5rm

It was an honour to join Frances Fitzgerald in Royal Irish Academy, this week, for a briefing on the Future of Europe with presumptive Taoiseach Simon Harris TD, Minister Neale Richmond, and Fine Gael #Dublin #MEP candidate Regina Doherty MEP. #europe #europeanunion

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Delighted to welcome Leo Varadkar and Regina Doherty MEP to Blackrock to touch base with local shop owners. Small businesses are the foundation of our town and they deserve our support.

Jason O’Mahony🇮🇪🇪🇺🇺🇦 Barry Ward 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 3:50 in. You’re welcome! youtu.be/kAq17w-555g?si…

Yesterday, I welcomed An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, and Fine Gael candidate for the #EuropeanParliament in #Dublin, Senator Regina Doherty MEP, to Blackrock. Huge buzz as we met #Blackrock businesses with MauriceDockrel1 and @CampaignForDan. Thank you all for your time 🙏 EPP Group EPP #EP24

Sinn Féin is more interested in scoring political points than engaging in constructive dialogue. The latest video from Mary Lou McDonald is a cynical and disingenuous attempt to dupe people into thinking that the government is not working. I don't think anyone is fooled.

I am really looking forward to chairing the European Affairs Committee as we work today's Ireland's Presidency of the European Council, next year. Yesterday, I spoke with An Tánaiste, Simon Harris TD, and I am grateful for his confidence in me for this role. #europe 🇪🇺

Congratulations to Barry Ward 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 on being appointed Chairperson of the Committee on European Affairs.

Congratulations to former European Committee of the Regions member Barry Ward TD on his appointment to chair of the European Affairs Committee! We look forward to working with you!

🇪🇺Ever wonder what an MEP does? Here’s a quick look at what I get up to Fine Gael EPP Group

"I value Irish neutrality." —Tánaiste Simon Harris TD speaking on NewstalkFM.