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Wicklow TD Steven Matthews Welcomes Record-Breaking Figures for Public Transport Use
Green TD Steven Matthews has said that the Green Party’s measures to increase uptake of public transport have led to record-breaking...
Jan 17, 2024


Matthews: Green Policies Increase Public Transport Use in 2023
Green TD Steven Matthews has welcomed the increase in the number of people using public transport in 2023 as recently reported in the...
Jan 11, 2024


Need to Expand Access to Community Gardens – Steven Matthews TD
Green TD Steven Matthews has called for the provision of more community gardens across Co. Wicklow. This follows the announcement of a...
Oct 18, 2023


Free Solar for Wicklow Schools
I’m delighted to confirm that Wicklow schools will be among the first to receive free solar panels. County Wicklow is one of the first...
Oct 16, 2023


Organic Farming Scheme Open to New Applicants
I am delighted that my Green Party colleague and Minister of State Pippa Hackett has opened the Organic Farming Scheme to new applicants....
Oct 16, 2023


“Free Travel Passes as Step Forward for Disability Rights” – Steven Matthews TD
Green TD Steven Matthews has welcomed the announcement that free travel passes will be provided for those who are certified medically...
Oct 10, 2023


Budget 2024: Greens secure childcare reductions of 25%, a €3.14 billion Climate and Nature Fund and extension to cuts in transport fares
Budget day today and a lot of measures in this Budget to help people and their families financially but there are also visionary measures...
Oct 9, 2023


Household Energy Credits in Budget 2024
I welcome the announcement from my Green Party colleague and Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan that three €150 energy credits will...
Oct 9, 2023


Green Party Reduces Childcare Costs
I am delighted that my Green Party colleague and Minister for Children Roderic O’Gorman has announced a 25% reduction in childcare fees...
Oct 9, 2023


Public transport cuts extended in Budget 2024
I am delighted that the Government is extending half-price public transport fares for young adults up to the age of 26 as part of Budget...
Oct 9, 2023


Matthews Supports Community Pharmacists
Pharmacists are at the heart of the wellbeing of our towns and villages in Wicklow and should be supported in their work, says Green...
Sep 26, 2023


Ashford Main Street needs safety upgrade says Matthews
‘Ashford Main Street needs a new layout, upgrades to walking routes, better parking, cycle routes and a general safety improvement for...
Sep 20, 2023


Matthews Calls on Wicklow Residents to Participate in Climate Conversation 2023
Green TD Steven Matthews is encouraging people across County Wicklow to get involved in the Climate Conversation 2023 and have their say...
Aug 8, 2023


Matthews welcomes move for pharmacists to prescribe medication
Deputy Steven Matthews has welcomed progress that will allow pharmacists to prescribe medicines for common and minor illness. ‘This is a...
Jul 25, 2023


Greens propose bringing derelict buildings back to life
The Green Party is proposing practical measures to bring vacant and derelict buildings back into use. The Dereliction and Building...
Jul 12, 2023


Matthews Vacancy and Dereliction legislation will support €2.5 Million Wicklow fund
Green TD Steven Matthews’ legislation on vacancy, dereliction and regeneration going through the Dáil this week is well timed to support...
Jul 10, 2023


Great news for businesses in County Wicklow as solar business grants are extended
Green Party TD for Wicklow has welcomed the Green Party’s move to extend energy supports to a wider range of businesses and non-domestic...
Jul 3, 2023


Why We Need the EU Nature Restoration Law
Protecting nature is at the heart of our response to the climate and biodiversity crises. Planting trees, shrubs and plants reduces...
Jun 25, 2023


Matthews Encourages Students to Double Check SUSI Qualification
Green Party TD has called on all Wicklow students who plan to study or continue a third level degree in the coming academic year to check...
Jun 12, 2023


Greens Deliver Free Books for School Children Starting School
Green TD Steven Matthews has confirmed the renewal of the First 5 - My Little Library Initiative for another year. This project, which is...
Jun 7, 2023
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