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...
by Emmet Doyle | Mar 31, 2026 | News
Aontú is calling on the Government to allow for immediate measures to allow the sale of turf during the current energy crisis Monaghan Rep Olivia Larkin says “This crisis is really biting and people are badly struggling . People are suffering from the sharp hike in...
by Emmet Doyle | Mar 30, 2026 | News
Aontú TD for Mayo Paul Lawless has called on the government to subsidise the cost of farm fertiliser. It comes as figures released to him by the Minister for Agriculture reveal an inflation rate of 120% following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Speaking today...
