News - Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice
Fuel price protestors 'not doing it for the craic', says local TD
It comes as the Justice Minister met with Gardai to discuss the ongoing blockades of of ports and fuel depots.
Apr 8, 2026 16:48
Claims gas could see next price surge
Local areas have experienced sharp rises at the pumps and home heating oil in recent weeks.
Mar 24, 2026 13:08
Hopes lessons can be learned over Bord Bia dispute
The IFA have called off their 4 week protest at Bord Bia Headquarters after the board agreed to an independent review.
Mar 3, 2026 13:08
Dáil hears of Lough Funshinagh flooding
A meeting at Leinster House last month saw locally elected members agree to raise the ongoing flooding in the area on the floors of both the Dáil and Seanad.
Feb 19, 2026 17:06
Local TD calls for tougher bail laws
Over 800 crimes were committed by people on bail in the Shannonside region last year.
Feb 9, 2026 13:33
Local TD calls for more affordable childcare & fair funding for rural services
Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice told the Dáil that current regulations have driven childminders out of the sector.
Jan 30, 2026 12:53
Optimism following latest Lough Funshinagh meeting
A meeting at Leinster House on Wednesday saw elected members agree to raise the ongoing flooding in the area on the floors of both the Dáil and Seanad.
Jan 29, 2026 07:38
Lough Funshinagh Flood Crisis Committee to Meet TDs at Leinster House
The meeting, will focus on the current status of the long-term solution for Lough Funshinagh, which has been plagued by persistent flooding for more than a decade.
Jan 28, 2026 08:09
Enterprise Minister says Ireland's position on Mercosur deal is clear
That's despite some Irish MEP's indicating they'll vote in favour of the deal.
Jan 14, 2026 07:41
Local TD quizzes Tánaiste on Mercusor stance
A number of farmers and other industry representatives have travelled to Brussels today to voice their disapproval of the plans.
Dec 18, 2025 13:18
Local TD Accuses EU of Stripping Ireland of its Power
Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice said recent trade agreements, including Mercosur, are unfair and driven by larger EU states such as Germany.
Dec 10, 2025 17:33
Bord na Móna under fire over approach to local wind farms
Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice raised the matter as part of a Private Members Bill on Wind Turbine Regulation.
Nov 28, 2025 07:30
Storm Éowyn's local impact raised nationally
Some homes were left without power for three weeks following the severe weather event at the start of the year.
Nov 13, 2025 13:36
Local TD defends comments he made in the Dáil regarding immigration
During Leader's Questions yesterday, he said people were afraid to discuss immigration for fear of being labelled a racist.
Oct 22, 2025 16:42Shannonside Newsletter
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