Students are being short-changed on their fees, accommodation and transport. I encourage all students and their families to attend the ‘Flip the Fees’ protest on Monday 6th at 12pm outside the Dept. of Higher Education. www.greenparty.ie/news/student...

Drones have a value in our society, but they are a really new technology and there has to be rules about how they work. That's why I have drafted a law to regulate delivery drones, addressing the issues raised in Dublin 15 and that the Govt have so far ignored.

A BIG thank you to all the lovely messages & three asks: 1) Check your breasts! 2) Write to the Minister of Health to ask her to fund cancer supports & reduce waiting times. 3) Support the various breast cancer charities this Breast Cancer Awareness Month. #breastcancer #cancer #cancerawareness

Electric taxi grants are really effective: they target some of the most heavily used vehicles on our roads. The grants are always oversubscribed: the @greenpartyie.bsky.social is calling for the budget to be doubled.

Balcony solar could cut bills for renters & apartment-dwellers — no roof needed. The Greens want grants & rule changes so everyone can plug into clean, affordable energy - @smytho.bsky.social explains more here 👇

Jane Goodall was an inspiration, a peerless advocate for the natural world and appreciating our true place as part of it 💚

We’re deeply saddened to hear of Manchán’s passing. A candidate for the party in 2016, he was more importantly a passionate and skilled advocate for Irish language and culture, and an appreciation for the beauty and importance of nature. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Trees make a street better, in so many ways. So it's great that the council Parks department are replanting trees in empty pits on Mourne Road. Let's look after them!

Yesss!! MetroLink has been approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála after three years in the planning process. 🥳 Still awaiting details and if any modifications were made. More later today.

Time to build baby build! Long have we pushed for it since we need better long term sustainable transport not short terism!

💉 Chickenpox vaccine is now free for all children born on or after 1st October 2024

Straight talking — and a shocking response from the Minister — at today's Love 30 demonstration at Leinster House. Same message from councillors, regardless of party — from Cork, Dublin, Galway and Sligo — make 30km/h the default, and we'll apply special limits to the exceptions in urban areas.

Ireland is in a corporation tax gold rush. The Green Party is warning govt not to fritter it all away on scattergun projects and temporary measures - rather than saving for future challenges like climate change. Here's our 9 key ideas for #Budget26: greenparty.ie/news/greens-...

A big blanket VAT cut? It's a bad idea. Better to give smarter, more targetted supports for cafes and restaurants. We've set out a way to give more to small businesses while spending about a third of what the government are planning. Be smart: do more, spend less!

The Green Party has called for an extension of free public transport to all children under 12 as well as a permanent basic income scheme for artists as part of its Budget 2026 proposals.

Ireland's enviable budget surplus should be spent on essential capital infrastructure - that includes projects like DART+ and Metrolink, but also investment in public-built housing, water and energy infrastructure. @hazelchu.bsky.social shares one element of our alternative budget proposal.

The European Green Party strongly condemns that Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid destined for Gaza. Read more from @vulatsetsi.bsky.social & @ciarancuffe.bsky.social ➡️ europeangreens.eu/news/europea...

If only a senior official in the Irish Aviation Authority could've advised them before making the video... Is it any wonder that the Government's policy framework on drones is not fit for purpose? @rodericogorman.bsky.social addressed this very issue in the Dáil yesterday 👇

Greens were proud to join @foeireland.bsky.social at their ‘Energy for Who?’ protest outside Leinster House. Data centres used more power last year than all our urban homes combined. Any future growth must: ✅ Economically benefit the State ✅ Run on renewables ✅ Stay within our climate targets

FF/FG: “There’s a €250m gap in funding public transport.” We say it’s a gap in ambition. When we should be pressing the gas on public transport, Govt. are hitting reverse. Read more below on how the Greens would keep us on track 👇 @feljin.ie shorturl.at/nvSTA

Canvassing in Ballyfermot this evening

Exactly right. The original plan — Urban roads are 30km/h, identify the exceptions — ...made WAY more sense than the U-turn (definitely designed to fail) of identifying every street, estate and back alley to except from 50km/h. Lives and communities will pay the price of Fianna Fáil cowardice.

Early start at Coolmine this morning 🗳️#ConnollyForPresident @catherinegalway.bsky.social

I was proud to be out yesterday with this fantastic team canvassing in my constituency for the Raise the Roof rally in Cork this Saturday. Thanks to everyone. The housing crisis is a national emergency. Join us this Saturday at 2:30pm on Grand Parade & Raise the Roof together!

Catherine Connolly’s performance tonight was assured, articulate, and measured. All qualities we should want in Áras an Uachtaráin. #TonightVMTV

🚲🤰🤱 Safe, accessible bike parking at a maternity hospital is imperative to enable healthy, lower-impact travel for staff, patients and visitors irishcycle.com/2025/09/28/l...

The number 9 bus is being replaced with the F3. I've mentioned this in a previous video, but have more detail on the route and timetable here

Ireland's Minister for Climate was delighted to announce today that he will be doubling our national aviation emissions at the stroke of a pen.

Stopped by the iconic view of Cork after wrapping up a cross-party evening on the northside — letting people know about the Raise the Roof demonstration this weekend. Everyone knows someone affected by the housing crisis. Make yourself heard. Come and join us at 2:30pm, Saturday on Grand Parade.

Greens showed racism the red card today at the Garden of Remembrance 🟥 We were proud to stand united with over 100 organisations at the United Against Racism carnival to celebrate the diversity which enriches our society 🎪 vimeo.com/1122475834?s...

Dubliners deserve a chance to elect their own mayor - or at least vote on whether to have an open election. The Green Party delivered the Citizens Assembly on a Directly Elected Mayor, which recommended that a plebiscite be held. But now other parties are stalling. Let Dubliners vote!

Great to meet politicians from both sides of the border today at the Narrow Water Bridge site. The Carlingford Lough Greenway underpass opens tomorrow for cyclists and walkers. Roll on end of 2027 when the bridge officially opens to traffic! #Louth #Greenway #Carlingford #ActiveTravel

The latest report on Basic Income for the Arts is clear - the pilot delivered net benefits for participants, society and for the State coffers. The Green Party believes the time has come for the Govt. to make this a permanent scheme in Budget 2026. @donnacooney1.bsky.social shorturl.at/lSI97

After the latest anti-scientific statement from the Trump White House, this call back to his pedigree on all things medical is timely. #Autism is real. The scientific basis for today's nonsense is not. www.bbc.com/news/article...

I welcome the announcements that Sinn Féin and @greenpartyie.bsky.social are backing my candidacy for president of Ireland, I am very much heartened by their support. The coalition of left, centre left parties and independents backing my run for president is a welcome change for Irish politics.

The Green Party is backing Catherine Connolly in this Presidential Election. Catherine’s advocacy on climate and for the most vulnerable in our society reflects the values that should guide the Presidency. This decision follows consultation with members, elected representatives and spokespersons.

Full of energy after joining UCD Young Greens this morning for their Freshers Fair 👨‍🎓🏫📖 Young Greens will also be at Trinity College and DCU this week and TUD next week - pop by if you're on campus!

Isn't this a lovely new mural on North Strand 😍

"Green Party Councillor Feljin Jose said: “Dragon’s Den has a lot to answer for”." Now to wipe that evening from my memory. www.thejournal.ie/presidential...

As we’re out on freshers stands this week we’re hearing first hand from students the stress they are facing over increased student fees, don’t worry though, James Lawless has a plan to save the day!

At #Ploughing2025, Greens are calling for urgent Govt. action on nature, climate & water: ✅ Govt. to co-design longer-term schemes with farmers under new CAP Strategic Plan ✅ Align schemes with Nature Restoration, Water & Climate Action Plans ✅ Fight for a fairer CAP budget shorturl.at/IodBY

👢The Greens are at the Ploughing 🌽 We're doing the rounds at stands today, listening to farmers, business owners and organisations from all over the country. We're also calling for real support for farmers to deliver for nature, water & climate. greenparty.ie/news/green-p...

We know #microplastics are everywhere in the environment, but we're still learning what effects this might be having on our health. New research from Trinity shows it may be increasing cases of #Alzheimers and #Parkinsons We need to tackle #plastics now

I can't believe this needs to be said. A small survey of 175 estate agents should not be used as solid evidence to give hundreds of millions in tax breaks to private landlords. Rents in Ireland have risen by 115% since 2010. www.rte.ie/news/2025/09...

The Palestine Crochet made it's way to Kilkenny and was unfurled in the grounds of Kilkenny Castle; a beautiful creative statement. We stood in silence and in solidarity with the people of #Gaza as Israel continues it's genocidal actions. @greenpartyie.bsky.social

🚫 Government’s new planning regulations will slow down the rollout of new clean energy! How does this tally with Minister Browne's promise to speed up delivery and open up the blockages in the planning system? Read more below 👇 @oisinoconnor.bsky.social shorturl.at/epzXv

Whether you live in a house or an apartment, you should be able to benefit from solar panels.

The Green Party have a vision for the future. A future where all of our needs are met, and the nature that we depend on is protected. It's an ambitious vision, but it's worth fighting for. If you agree, join us www.greenparty.ie/take-action

Cork City Council has officially endorsed the Raise the Roof rally next month, which will see people take to the streets of Cork city to call for action on housing. Join us on October 4, at Grand Parade from 2.30pm.

Thanks to the team in Little Learners in Mulhuddart for meeting me this morning to discuss the need for more community childcare in Dublin West