News - Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice

It's as the Irish State has been referred to the European Court of Justice by the European Commission over the use of bogs.

In the Shannonside region, both referendums were rejected by well over 70% of voters.

The Roscommon Galway TD confirmed today that he has joined one of Ireland's newest political parties, Independent Ireland.

Party Leader Micheal Collins TD has spoken of his delight of Deputy Fitzmaurice's decision to join the organisation, saying his integrity and knowledge, combined with his experience in national politics, makes him a fantastic addition to the party.

Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice slammed the guidelines, arguing they would herald the end of traditional local communities.

His call comes after over 230,000 people were left without power due to Storm Isha last Sunday.

Independent TD for Roscommon-Galway, Michael Fitzmaurice made comments at last weeks Oireachtas Agriculture Committee meeting that a negative image of agriculture is being portrayed in the media and in schools.

Ash dieback is a serious disease of ash trees caused by a fungal pathogen that results in the eventual death of the tree and the weakening of its branches.

Michael Fitzmaurice has raised concerns over European regulations aimed at reducing water pollution

Local rural independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice is keeping his options open over what constituency to contest the next election in.

The meeting takes place at the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe at 1 0' clock this afternoon.

Local independent TDs were split over today's motion of no confidence in the Government.

In response to local TD Michael Fitzmaurice in the Dail yesterday the Tánaiste acknowledged recruitment and retention issues was causing delays and issues

Independent TD for Roscommon-Galway, Michael Fitzmaurice says he he has received phone calls from distressed parents.