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Politics in Ireland — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:36:27 +0000

Fine Gael’s Olivia Mitchell had the following comment to make on the fare increase:. This is against both taxi driver and consumer interests and unions are misguided if they think this is going to solve the problem of a lack of business …... Continue reading »

Mitchell calls for ban on political slogan stickers on taxi cabs

Politics in Ireland — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:33:35 +0000

Fine Gael Front Bench Spokeswoman, Olivia Mitchell TD, has criticised the placing of ‘No’ to Lisbon stickers on taxi cabs. Deputy Mitchell said that, as public service vehicles, taxis should not be used for political slogans. …... Continue reading »

Fine Gael- let the stereotypes be

Politics in Ireland — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 22:48:43 +0000

We have an ineffective leader and only Richard Bruton, Brian Hayes, Olivia Mitchell and Michael Creed got back to me on the below email I sent our entire front bench (bar Leo) and Seanad leader two weeks ago. …... Continue reading »

Criticism of Genealogy Service Fees

Politics in Ireland — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:07:20 +0000

An article by Stephen Collins of the Irish Times dated 13th March 2008 focuses on the reaction from Fine Gael spokeswoman for Arts, Sports and Tourism, Olivia Mitchell, who said she found this charge ‘regrettable’ and called for the …... Continue reading »

Taxi unions seek new appeals process for sector

Politics in Ireland — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:45:14 +0000

Tommy Gorman of the National Taxi Drivers Union apologised to the public for the disruption yesterday, but he condemned comments by Fine Gael transport spokeswoman Olivia Mitchell, who said gardaí should have removed protesters from …... Continue reading »

FG's Olivia Mitchell admits getting money from Frank Dunlop

Politics in Ireland — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:50:23 +0000

Fine Gael TD Olivia Mitchell has told the Mahon Tribunal that she did receive money from Frank Dunlop in the 1990s.... Continue reading »

Last minute podcast - Olivia Mitchell (Fine Gael)

Politics in Ireland — Thu, 24 May 2007 16:23:13 +0000

Last minute podcast - Olivia Mitchell (Fine Gael) Writes Adam Maguire of Adam’s Blog on May 24th, 2007 Read More: Podcasting, Podcasts, Irish Election, Dublin South, Transport, Fine Gael I’ve just spoken to Olivia Mitchell of Fine … is available below in mp3 format. Olivia Mitchell mp3... Continue reading »

A thursday round up of sorts.

Politics in Ireland — Thu, 03 May 2007 08:12:45 +0000

Yesterday’s run was good, I ache slightly-as I predicted-but nothing so terrible that I want to scream and gobble Ibuprofen … would be hilarious if it weren’t so serious,” FG transport spokesperson Olivia Mitchell... Continue reading »

Investment urged in rail freight

Politics in Ireland — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 05:59:00 +0000

Irish Times, Michael O’Regan Wed, Mar 07, 2007 A three-party Private Member’s motion has called for increased investment in rail freight to reduce traffic emissions, accidents and road congestion. Fine Gael, Labour and the Green Party argued that oil prices were rising, and road congestion was costing businesses €2 billion a year. Carbon... Continue reading »

Aer Lingus: The madness just keeps on coming

Politics in Ireland — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 21:34:59 +0000

It only took two weeks after the flotation of Aer Lingus for the first takeover bid to occur. The offer from Ryanair of 2.80 per share (after a flotation price of 2.20) has brought about a hysteria that would be laughable if it were not so sad. The behaviour of the Government and our so called oppostion in the guise of Olivia Mitchell has been... Continue reading »

Fine Gael welcomes travel pass extensions -…

Politics in Ireland — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 09:46:00 +0000

Fine Gael welcomes travel pass extensions - RTE.ie August 9th, 2006 RTE.ie Fine Gael welcomes travel pass extensions RTE.ie, Ireland - 57 minutes ago Fine Gael’s Transport Spokeswoman Olivia Mitchell has welcomed the announcement of an extension to the free travel scheme. From … Govt announces plans to abolish free travel restrictions... Continue reading »

Chaos at airport as passengers face huge queues

Politics in Ireland — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 13:14:03 +0000

From Ireland Online: Chaos reigned at Dublin Airport today as hundreds of travellers faced lengthy queues to pass through immigration checks after landing. Fine Gael Transport spokeswoman, Olivia Mitchell, claimed passengers had been delayed at Garda immigration booths for up to 90 minutes. “The two immigration booths available to EU and... Continue reading »

Helpful kathy ireland guide

Politics in Ireland — Sun, 09 Jul 2006 10:58:00 +0000

Northern Ireland peace leaders find His Holiness and his visit inspiring BELFAST (NORTHERN IRELAND), 21 November - After opening the new headquarters of Mediation Northern Ireland on University Street today, His Holiness the Dalai Lama told a gathering of the management, staff, members, volunteers and guests that peace would come to Northern... Continue reading »