Ideas on how to make Ireland better sought
Residents across Cavan are being offered the chance to contribute to national policymaking through Fine Gael’s new Better Ireland initiative, a local senator has said.
The open invitation from the party seeks members of the public submit their idea, and if Fine Gael like it, the "winning" entrant will present it to Fine Gael's party leader.
“People across Cavan have the opportunity to contribute their ideas on how we can make Ireland a better place for everyone," said Senator Joe O’Reilly. "Fine Gael is asking people to submit their ideas for a better Ireland, with the winning entrant securing a virtual meeting with An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar to discuss the proposal."
Entries are open and can be submitted through the website: Finegael.ie/BetterIreland
People over the age of 18 and resident in Ireland are eligible, and they are asked to describe their idea in 250 words or less.
“We would like to hear from as people as possible, from a diverse range of backgrounds, occupations, areas etc, to share their ideas with us on how we can improve life for residents across Cavan," said Senator O'Reilly.
“Tell your friends, families and neighbours about the initiative and encourage younger people in your life to have a think about it as well.”
Make a difference
Speaking at the launch of the Better Ireland initiative this week, An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar said, “I’m looking forward to hearing from people across the country on how they think we can make Ireland a better place to live, work, raise children, receive an education, start a business and grow old.
“It might be a major policy initiative that will be completely transformative and change our country for the better, but it could also be something smaller; an idea that would make a real difference at a local and community level.
“Whatever your idea is, we want to hear it. I look forward to reading your submissions and meeting with the winning entrant where they will have the chance to pitch the idea to me over a video call – and you’re welcome to bring your friends and colleagues along as well,” An Tánaiste concluded.