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An Tairseach Wicklow celebrates 25 years
‘I was delighted to visit Sister Marian and her Dominican Sisters colleagues at ‘An Tairseach’ organic farm and ecology centre in Wicklow...
Oct 19, 2023


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


Matthews welcomes progress on Bray Head Cliff Walk
Green TD Steven Matthew has welcomed the progress made by Wicklow County Council on re-opening the Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk...
Oct 17, 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


Rollout of Solar Panels in Wicklow Schools
I have been pushing for progress on solar panels for schools since it was announced last year. Welcome news from Minister Foley that...
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


“Consistent Reliability Issues with the 133 Bus” – Steven Matthews TD
Green TD Steven Matthews has called for Bus Éireann to address consistent reliability issues on the 133-route between Wicklow Town and...
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 seeks better weekend DART service for Greystones
Green TD Steven Matthews has sought an improved weekend frequency of rail service for Greystones. Following the launch of the draft DART...
Oct 4, 2023


Immediate action needed to preserve Blessington Lakes says Matthews
Green Party TD Deputy Steven Matthews has expressed concern about the recent pollution related algal bloom in the beautiful Blessington...
Oct 4, 2023


Need for Changes to School Bus System
The School Bus system this summer has been extremely challenging for many families in Wicklow with Blessington, Roundwood, Laragh and...
Oct 3, 2023


Matthews joins Greystones Tidy Towns in citizens science water quality sampling
“High quality clean water is essential for our health and our natural environment. Our drinking water in Wicklow is drawn from rivers,...
Sep 26, 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 for a new home for Wicklow Town Mens Shed
Green TD Steven Matthews has called on Wicklow County Council, local community groups and business owners in Wicklow Town to join his...
Sep 10, 2023


Matthews welcomes New Leap card facilities for Kilcoole Rail Stop
Green TD Steven Matthews has announced that new ticket vending machine and a Leap card validator will shortly be installed at the...
Sep 10, 2023
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