by Emmet Doyle | Apr 8, 2026 | News
With the huge hikes in fuel, energy and food costs there is a need to be vigilant around older people who are at risk of loneliness and isolation. That’s according to Aontú Senator Sarah O’Reilly who met with members of ALONE, the advocacy organisation for older...
by Emmet Doyle | Apr 7, 2026 | News
In advance of addressing the Price of Fuel protest in O’Connell Street Aontú Leader and Meath West TD Peadar Tóibín stated that: “To put it in very simple terms, many families and businesses cannot afford fuel. Many builders, farmers, contractors, truck...
by Emmet Doyle | Apr 2, 2026 | News
Aontú Senator Sarah O’Reilly has revealed that almost 1,000 tonnes of peat were imported from Egypt in 2024, according to information provided to Aontú through a Parliamentary Question. The figures show that while indigenous peat briquette production has been...
by Emmet Doyle | Apr 1, 2026 | News
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín TD has welcomed reports that An Garda Síochána may move towards recording more detailed information about convictions, stating that greater transparency is necessary to ensure informed and evidence-based policymaking. The Deputy said...
by Emmet Doyle | Apr 1, 2026 | News
Figures released to the Aontú TD for Mayo, Paul Lawless, show that nearly €80 million has been spent on accommodation for those seeking international protection in Mayo over a 24-month period between 2024 and 2025. Responding to the new figures, Deputy Lawless said:...
by Emmet Doyle | Mar 31, 2026 | News
A parliamentary response to a question from Peadar Tóibín revealed that the Government has spent approximately €5 million on carbon credits and emissions allowances to meet previous EU climate targets. This includes €2.1 million on international carbon credits between...
