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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

The Land-hoarding Tax (RZLT) was introduced last year. It's been a success. 2,000 returns filed. Over €40 million eared to the State.
Why is the Government allowing another year for landowners to seek an exemption? Land zone for housing needs to be brought into use now.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

Nothing in the Budget to advance a Public Model of Childcare.
Big reforms like this take time, need to be supported through each budget. The Government is failing to progress this vital reform that will address affordability and capacity.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

Government using a sledgehammer to crack a nut here 🥜

A more targeted scheme would have delivered better value to taxpayers while supporting the businesses who need it most.

Green Party / Comhaontas Glas @greenpartyie.bsky.social · 1d

It's official. They're giving big restaurant chains a massive tax cut, costing nearly €700m in the #VAT cut to hospitality.

For that kind of money you could:

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Bring in a second tier of child benefit - lifting 55,000 children out of poverty
🚌 Make public transport free

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

Over the summer, the Government raided the Climate & Nature fund to pay for gaps in their infrastructure bill. Today's Budget could have fixed that and committed new investment for nature and the environment.
Unfortunately, there has been no change in their approach. A wasted opportunity.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

Concerns about privacy is a significant issue that’s been raised with me. In my bill, I’ve focused on the noise and planning issues, but absolutely recognise other concerns need to be addressed too.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

And that’s why I’m publishing legislation to fill the gaps in the existing laws. Hopefully Government won’t block these common sense measures.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 1d

Beautiful sunrise over Ashtown 🌞
Connolly No.1 🗳️
@catherinegalway.bsky.social

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 4d

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.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 4d

Responding to user demand, Dublin Bus is adding extra services on the 39A route for the morning and evening peak times.

If you have any feedback on capacity issues on your own bus route, please get in touch and I'll be happy to submit to Dublin Bus / Go Ahead / the NTA.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 5d

Manchán was a powerful voice for our language, our culture and for maintaining the natural beauty of our island. May he rest in peace

Green Party / Comhaontas Glas @greenpartyie.bsky.social · 5d

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

RTÉ News @news.rte.ie · 5d

The writer, broadcaster and documentary maker Manchán Magan has died at the age of 55, his family has confirmed

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European Greens @europeangreens.eu · 6d

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...

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 7d

Our canvassing team out at Clonsilla Station this morning 🗳️ #ConnollyForPresident
@catherinegalway.bsky.social

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 8d

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

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 14d

The very best to Áine and Mary as they finish up on Morning Ireland today. They have put questions to their guests without fear or favour, and have made a massive contribution to public discourse in our country.

RTÉ News @news.rte.ie · 14d

Broadcasters Mary Wilson and Áine Lawlor will sign off on Morning Ireland on RTÉ Radio 1 for the final time this morning

Mary Wilson and Áine Lawlor sign off from Morning Ireland

Broadcasters Mary Wilson and Áine Lawlor will sign off on Morning Ireland on RTÉ Radio 1 for the final time this morning.

www.rte.ie

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 16d

Delighted to be working with Save Lady’s Island Lake to highlight water pollution and work towards solutions that will reduce it.

Save Lady's Island Lake @saveladyislandlake.bsky.social · 18d

The combined support of @rodericogorman.bsky.social & @malcolmnoonan.bsky.social allow us to advocate for action at the highest levels of Government. Party leaders can ask more detailed Qs and Senator Noonan is on the Oireachtas Ctte on Climate, Energy & Environment.

Picture of Roderic O Gorman speaking to two campaigners lakeside.

Picture of Malcolm Noonan and Roderic O Gorman addressing the campaigners

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 19d

The Green Party is endorsing @catherinegalway.bsky.social
in the Presidential Election.

Catherine's powerful advocacy - on the genocide in Gaza, on resilient communities and on climate change - shows she gives voice to the issues of our time. I look forward to campaigning with her 🗳️

Green Party / Comhaontas Glas @greenpartyie.bsky.social · 19d

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.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 21d

Do we need to move responsibility to the Dept. of Transport?

School buses give families more options in how they can organise their days, and they reduce traffic and our transport emissions too. But every year hundreds are left without a space.

My Q to the Taoiseach today⬇️

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 21d

Ploughing 25 🚜🌱👢

Thanks to all the organisations and individuals we met - lots to follow up on as the Dáil returns today.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 23d

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!

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 25d

Out with Castleknock Tidy Towns this morning 🧽🧹

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 26d

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

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 27d

I spoke today about recent political violence, and where it has come from.

We need to change the way social media works if we're to preserve democracy - secretive algorithms are placing misinformation and provocative material in front of young and vulnerable people, and society is the loser.

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Caroline O'Doherty @codohertynews.bsky.social · 27d

As @greenpartyie.bsky.social meets, leader @rodericogorman.bsky.social talks political violence, rebuilding the party, the 'do-nothing' government & how its 'raid' on the Climate & Nature Fund will hurt farmers, schools & small businesses
www.independent.ie/irish-news/p...

Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman calls for curbs on social media firms amid fears of growing political violence

Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman has said he fears political violence is nearing a tipping point where a politician in Ireland could be seriously hurt.

www.independent.ie

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · 27d

The Green Party is ready to rebuild.

Recent Government backsliding on climate, as well as the progression of trade deals like Mercosur in the EU, show the need for elected Green voices at all levels.

We will be ready to win back more seats in the EP and Dáil when the time comes.

Green Party / Comhaontas Glas @greenpartyie.bsky.social · 27d

💡 Think In 2025 💡

This morning, we opened our annual Think In with a media briefing, highlighting our work on holding this Government to account for its inaction and backsliding on key climate and social policies in recent months.

Read more: shorturl.at/UnbGA

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Green Party / Comhaontas Glas @greenpartyie.bsky.social · 27d

We need to change the way social media works if we're to preserve democracy.

Automatic recommender systems are placing misinformation and provocative material in front of young and vulnerable people - they need to be turned off.

#GreenThinkIn

Ireland near political violence tipping point - O'Gorman

Green Party leader Roderic O'Gorman says he is worried that Ireland is reaching a tipping point when it comes to violence against politicians.

rte.ie

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