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Donegal TD says Social Media companies need serious monitoring
May 19, 2023 07:00 - 43 seconds - 688 KBA Donegal TD says what happened in Navan is a reminder that a lot work needs to be done in monitoring social media content and protecting children. It's after a teenager was attacked in Navan on Monday afternoon. The 14-year-old was the victim of a group attack which is being investigated by Gardaí and the Louth-Meath ETB. Videos of the incident have been shared on social media this week, with millions of views. Speaking in the Dail, Sinn Fein Donegal TD Pearse Doherty says its a worryin...
Ballisodare residents seek more information on plans to house asylum seekers in village
May 19, 2023 06:00 - 51 seconds - 804 KBGovernment Ministers say finding accommodation for refugees is an absolute priority. The comments come at the same time it’s being reported that 120 Asylum seekers are expected to arrive shortly in the Sligo village of Ballisodare. Drew Harris and Ministers Roderic O'Gorman and Simon Harris say finding accommodation for refugees is an absolute priority. The Garda Commissioner says a number of investigations are underway into recent incidents over housing asylum seekers. Some residents in ...
Cá bhfuil ár scoil?: Scéal Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí
May 18, 2023 13:45 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBFuair Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí dea-scéal le déanaí, nuair a tháinig sé chun cinn go mbeidh obair ag tosnú chun scoil nua a thógáil go luath. Is deireadh troid fhada é seo don scoil, toisc gur bhain an Rialtas maoiniú a bhí deimhnithe dóibh chun foirgnimh nua a thógáil, agus bhí siad fágtha le cúig seomraí réamhdhéanta atá ag titim as a chéile. Leis an obair ag tosnú i gceann cúpla seachtain, ba mhór an faoiseamh é do na múinteoirí, tuistmitheoirí agus daltaí uilig. Tá an tuairisc seo ...
Still a long way for women's refuge centre in Sligo
May 18, 2023 09:20 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBThere's still a long way to go in establishing a women's refuge centre in Sligo. That's according to Sligo Leitrim TD Marian Harkin who was speaking following a motion being passed by Sligo County Council recent days which supports such a development. Describing it as a first step of many in the Dail, Deputy Harkin says it seems that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Deputy Harkin also hopes that Leitrim County Council will follow suit:
North West residents viewed as "second class citizens"
May 18, 2023 09:20 - 1 minute - 1.78 MBThe government need to stop looking at people from the North West as second class citizens. That's the view of Sinn Féin MEP Chris McManus, following the decision to pull the funding that was previously allocated for the development of the N17. Speaking to Ocean FM News, MEP McManus questioned if the decision was part of a Green Party agenda against the North West and highlighted how damaging this is for the future of the region.
Sligo based TD says Eastern Bridge will proceed as planned
May 18, 2023 07:16 - 52 seconds - 823 KBSligo Leitrim TD Frank Feighan has moved to ease any concerns over the future of the Eastern Bridge project. Speaking to OceanFM news, Deputy Feighan said he met with Minster Ryan last night in relation to the project last night. The Green Party Leader cast doubt over the future of the infrastructure which was due to have been constructed across the Garavogue River in Sligo town. It’s claimed that Minster Ryan while addressing an event in the Sligo ATU said that ‘a cycle and pedestrian bri...
Comments from Minister Ryan casts doubt over the future of Eastern Bridge Project
May 18, 2023 05:14 - 49 seconds - 778 KBThere are fears this morning in Sligo that funding for another major infrastructure project could be stalled. The news has emerged on the same week where it was confirmed that funding for the N17 Knock to Collooney project has been paused by the Government. The Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan confirmed that news to Sligo Councillors and Local Authority officials during a recent visit to Sligo. It’s now coming to light that during his visit to Sligo the Green Party Leader also cast doubt...
Transport Minister accused of 'sabotage' over N17 project
May 17, 2023 12:08 - 1 minute - 1.42 MBThe Transport Minister has been accused of 'sabotage' as it relates to the N17 Knock to Collooney project. It emerged this week that Minister Eamon Ryan stated that the major project is being shelved for the foreseeable and that it does not feature on a high priority list for infrastructure plans across the country. In the Dail, Independent Sligo Leitrim TD Marc MacSharry says Minister Ryan's comments undermine momentum for the upgrade and the potential of the region. In an exchange with J...
Listen Back: The killing of Michael Leonard
May 17, 2023 12:08 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBToday marks 50 years since Donegal man Michael Leonard was shot dead at the border between Fermanagh and Donegal. The family's campaign for a new inquiry into his killing has stepped up this year. However, they're against the clock due to the Uk's controversial Legacy Bill which effectively threatens the Leonard family's hopes for justice. We dedicated our lunchtime bulletin to their story. Catherine Gaffney has this report:
Sligo Hospital once again cited as one of worst hit with overcrowding
May 17, 2023 07:25 - 1 minute - 1.73 MBYet again, Sligo University Hospital has been cited as one of the worst affected in terms of overcrowding nationwide. The comments were made in the Dail this morning by Independent TD Marian Harkin who is backing call to make local injury units 24/7 in a bid to tackle the issue. It comes as figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation show 497 people are waiting on seats or trolleys in hospitals this morning, 27 of them at Sligo. The motion before the Dáil today, calls for Medic...
Government questioned over commitment in dealing with findings of Brandon Report
May 17, 2023 07:25 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBThere's concern that the Government isn't up to speed nor fully committed to dealing with the findings of the damning 'Brandon Report'. It comes as the Donegal centre which was the subject of the report on the sexual abuse of at least 18 residents between 2003 and 2016, is to close. The 2020 National Independent Review Panel report found at least 108 incidents of sexual abuse had been perpetrated on upwards of 18 residents between 2003 and 2016 by a resident given the name “Brandon”. This ...
Shelving of N17 project 'appalling'
May 17, 2023 07:25 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBThe shelving of the N17 Knock to Collooney project has been described as appalling. It emerged this week that the project along with a number of other local road upgrades have been effectively put on hold after Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan indicated to Sligo County Council that they weren't on the high priority list. It means that no funding will be available for the scheme for many years. It's understood that Minister Ryan made the comments during a cross party delegation while payi...
Overcrowding: Calls to make local injury units 24/7
May 17, 2023 05:23 - 21 seconds - 339 KBMaking local injury units 24/7 is being suggested as a way to instantly cut down on hospital overcrowding. 2022 was the worst year for overcrowding on record, with over 121 thousand patients left waiting for a bed. A motion is going before the Dáil today calling for Medical Assessment Units and Local Injury Units at Ireland's smaller, Level 2 hospitals to stay open 24 hours a day. Sligo Leitrim Independent TD Marian Harkin is one of those behind the motion - she says it could alleviate pre...
50th Anniversary of Michael Leonard killing
May 17, 2023 05:23 - 30 seconds - 471 KBToday marks 50 years since Donegal man Michael Leonard was shot dead at the border between Fermanagh and Donegal. He was 24 years of age. This year, a campaign calling for a fresh inquest into his killing has gained momentum, with the Leonard family holding talks with the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs and Tánaiste Michael Martin while a booklet was launched in March calling for a new inquiry to be held. We will be dedicating our lunchtime bulletin to his story later today. Michael's...
Local TD labels N17 funding withdrawal as "effective abandonment"
May 16, 2023 14:21 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBA Sligo-Leitrim TD has labelled the withdrawal of funding for the N17 Knock to Collooney project as “effective abandonment” as she called on the government to confirm that it has a policy to provide the necessary and timely funding for the N17 project. It has been claimed that The North West has been dealt a serious blow as funding for the N17 Knock to Collooney Scheme has been pulled by the Government. Although the scheme has not been removed from the National Development Plan, it will eff...
54 complaints to Children’s Ombudsman from North West
May 16, 2023 13:30 - 21 seconds - 331 KBThere were 54 complaints made to the Ombudsman for Children's Office in 2022 on behalf of children in the North West, a new report shows. Nationally, there was a 14.76% decrease in the number of complaints to the Ombudsman for Children's Office last year, reflecting the disruption experienced by children, particularly in the area of education. In Donegal, there were 36 complaints made in 2022, reflecting a 14.2% decrease. Sligo and Leitrim both recorded a 57.14% increase, with 9 complaints...
Donegal County Council urged to avail of of Tenant in Situ scheme
May 16, 2023 10:44 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBDonegal County Council is being urged to take a more proactive approach when it comes to the Tenant in Situ Scheme. The scheme allows local authorities to buy rental properties from private landlords who are selling, so the Housing Agency can continue to rent these properties to the tenants who are living there. Cllr Noel Jordon believes that Donegal is lagging behind compared to other counties. He says it would solve a range of issues when it comes to the housing crisis:
Tributes paid to the late Gerry Finneran
May 16, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.63 MBTributes have been paid to Gerry Finneran at this month's sitting of the Manorhamilton Municipal District. The well-known community activist, involved in GAA circles and other local groups passed away in recent days. Gerry will repose in the Rainbow Ballroom, Glenfarne on Wednesday, 17th May from 4pm to 6.30pm, and from 7pm to 9pm with the funeral mass taking in St Mary's Church on Thursday 18th May at 12pm followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. Cllr Seán McDermott says that he w...
Sewage spill has the potential to damage Major Water supply
May 16, 2023 07:18 - 50 seconds - 784 KBThere is alarm this morning in relation to the safety of a major water supply servicing parts of north Leitrim and South Donegal. Yesterday’s meeting of the Manorhamilton MD of Leitrim County Council was told by a local councillor how raw sewage that originated from an unfinished housing development in Garrison and spreading towards the Lough Melvin Special Area of Conservation. It’s being claimed that the sewage originated on the Lakeside Road in the Fermanagh town and has the potential to...
Policing 'in crisis' - O'Connor
May 16, 2023 07:18 - 13 seconds - 209 KBThe Donegal based President of the GRA says gardai can't respond properly to anti-immigration protests as policing is in crisis. It's after violent protests against migrants in Dublin over the weekend. Meanwhile ,demonstrators are currently using cars and tractors this morning to block road access to a hotel being used for asylum seekers in Inch, Co Clare. Brendan O'Connor from the Garda Representative Association says gardai don't have the resources to tackle these issues:
Sewage spill has the potential to damage Major Water supply in Leitrim and Donegal
May 16, 2023 06:12 - 50 seconds - 784 KBThere is alarm this morning in relation to the safety of a major water supply servicing parts of north Leitrim and South Donegal. Yesterday’s meeting of the Manorhamilton MD of Leitrim County Council was told by a local councillor how raw sewage that originated from an unfinished housing development in Garrison and spreading towards the Lough Melvin Special Area of Conservation. It’s being claimed that the sewage originated on the Lakeside Road in the Fermanagh town and has the potential to...
Sewage spill has the potential to damage Major Water supply in Leitrim and Donegal
May 16, 2023 06:12 - 50 seconds - 784 KBThere is alarm this morning in relation to the safety of a major water supply servicing parts of north Leitrim and South Donegal. Yesterday’s meeting of the Manorhamilton MD of Leitrim County Council was told by a local councillor how raw sewage that originated from an unfinished housing development in Garrison and spreading towards the Lough Melvin Special Area of Conservation. It’s being claimed that the sewage originated on the Lakeside Road in the Fermanagh town and has the potential to...
Local TD claims funding has been suspended for N17 Knock to Collooney Scheme
May 16, 2023 06:04 - 3 minutes - 2.75 MBIt's being claimed that The North West has been dealt a serious blow as funding for the N17 Knock to Collooney Scheme has been pulled by the Government. A local TD says the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan has indicated to Sligo County Council that no funding would be available for this scheme for many years. Although the scheme has not been removed from the National Development Plan, it will effectively be suspended if no funding is allocated for the foreseeable future. Deputy Martin Ke...
Local TD claims funding has been suspended for N17 Knock to Collooney Scheme
May 16, 2023 06:04 - 3 minutes - 2.75 MBIt's being claimed that The North West has been dealt a serious blow as funding for the N17 Knock to Collooney Scheme has been pulled by the Government. A local TD says the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan has indicated to Sligo County Council that no funding would be available for this scheme for many years. Although the scheme has not been removed from the National Development Plan, it will effectively be suspended if no funding is allocated for the foreseeable future. Deputy Martin Ke...
Safe crossing on N4 announced for Collooney
May 15, 2023 13:59 - 2 minutes - 2.36 MBThe announcement of a safe road crossing commitment over the N4 in Collooney has been welcomed by the community. Sligo County Council have issued a response to the Safe Crossing for Collooney Group, stating that they have advertised for tendering for the project for phases 2, 3 and 4 of the Toberbride to Collooney Active Travel Scheme. The issue has been a bone of contention for some time, as the local cemetery, creche and a number of buisnesses are on one side of the N4, with the rest of t...
Sligo Restaurateur calls for adequate support to be afforded to hospitality business that are struggling as a result of reduced accommodation
May 15, 2023 10:22 - 2 minutes - 2.37 MBA Sligo Restaurateur says proposals for a waiver for commercial rates waver for the Hospitality Sector does not go far enough to make up for the loss of tourism income due to limited accommodation being available. The State has indicated it could help those in the hospitality industry in towns where there isn't enough tourist accommodation due to hotels housing asylum seekers. Anthony Gray says restaurant revenue incomes are dropping substantially due to falling number of tourists. The for...
Calls for Sligo to be included in defective block scheme
May 15, 2023 09:10 - 2 minutes - 2.21 MBCalls have been made for the Minister for Housing to include Sligo in the defective block scheme. Following a report carried out by the Sligo Pyrite Action Group (SPAG), it is believed a number of properties in Sligo are currently affected by defective blocks. The report has been finalised and its findings have been forwarded to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor Michael Clarke, Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council, says that th...
Donegal councillor fears local greedy accommodation providers are driving domestic tourists to Northern Ireland
May 15, 2023 06:20 - 2 minutes - 2.35 MBA Donegal councillor is warning that lack of hotel rooms coupled with extravagant prices being charged by accommodation providers in the north west is driving those taking staycations to Northern Ireland. Donegal Independent Councillor Niamh Kennedy made the comments after it recently emerged that overnight trips from the Republic to Northern Ireland reached record levels last year Republic of Ireland visitors that went north splashed out more than £233m, during their holidays. Cllr Kenned...
New Survey shows rent prices continuing to increase in North west
May 15, 2023 06:14 - 2 minutes - 1.87 MBRent prices in the North West were higher in the first quarter of 2023 than a year previously. That's according to the latest Daft.ie report which shows market rents in counties Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal have each seen an increase in rent prices. According to Daft.ie's 1st Quarter report, prices have risen in Leitrim by 17.4% compared to the same stage last year to €960. In Donegal, the average rent price has also risen by 16% to €994 while Sligo sees an increase of 13.1% to €1,135. Nati...
Sligo Councillor calls for supports for visually impaired
May 13, 2023 10:12 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBA Sligo Councillor is calling for all correspondence issued by government and statuary agencies to be suitable for those who are visually impaired. Councillor Marie Casserly is making the calls with many having medical information and bills delivered in an inaccessible manner. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor Marie Casserly believes it's important information can be accessed.
Concern expressed over power outages in north Leitrim
May 13, 2023 08:30 - 2 minutes - 2.35 MBThe May monthly meeting of Leitrim County Council heard how continuing power outages in parts of north Leitrim is disrupting life for family homes and businesses. The situation is believed to be of particular concern in Dromahair and Killargue. Councillor Mary Bohan raised the issue and says the Energy providers worked to address the issues:
Banks urged to help out with defective blocks scheme
May 12, 2023 09:20 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBThere is further pressure on banks to play a major role in the enhanced defective block scheme. Despite the new scheme claiming to provide 100% redress there's concern that homeowners will still have to foot some of the bill for repair and rebuild costs. Banks are being urged to fill any gaps that should be present when the scheme is eventually rolled out. Speaking in the Dail, Independent TD for Donegal Thomas Pringle says those affected are in turmoil and that it's an issue that will ...
Warning issued to rural businesses over 'resurgence' in organised crime groups
May 12, 2023 09:20 - 2 minutes - 2.62 MBGardai have issued warning to rural businesses in the North West over the presence of Organised Crime Groups operating in the area. Owners and operations of businesses premises, particularly in rural areas of shops and filling stations are urged to be aware of current crime trends where filling stations have been targeted in the region. The criminals are said to be after ATMs, cash alcohol and tobacco products. Donegal Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Paul Wallace says there has been a r...
Calls for medical company to be held accountable for Mother and Baby Home experiments
May 12, 2023 09:12 - 1 minute - 1.61 MBA Sligo Councillor is calling on the Government to make GlaxoSmithKline pay for medical experiments carried out in Mother and Baby Homes. GSK are said to be responsible for vaccine and baby-milk trials on children living in mother-and-baby homes. Some 1,148 children were involved in clinical trials that included vaccines against measles and other serious conditions. Speaking to Ocean FM, Councillor Gino O'Boyle believes it's about time the company are called out
Sligo based TD claims North West patients are receiving worst medical care in the Country.
May 12, 2023 05:25 - 46 seconds - 730 KBA Sligo Leitrim TD says she's 'fed up' talking about Sligo University Hospital on the floor of the Dail. Independent Deputy Marian Harkin was speaking following a warning this week from the Irish Hospital Consultants Association which stated that excessive delays in care is impacting on patient outcomes in the North West. Meanwhile Sligo University Hospital was the third most overcrowded hospital in the country yesterday. Deputy Harkin says it's clear that people in this region are receivi...
'Investment needed' in rural towns & villages
May 11, 2023 12:20 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBA Donegal TD has said he the government needs to “significantly increase development” of the country's rural towns and smaller villages. Speaking in the Dáil, Independent Deputy Thomas Pringle named checked villages Teelin, Carrick and Glencolmcille in calling for “proper policies that prioritise the development of rural areas.” The Killybegs-based TD previously voted against the Government in a motion of no confidence after the decision not to extend the ban on evictions. He believes the ...
Leitrim ICSA member says farmers cannot drop their prices
May 11, 2023 12:20 - 40 seconds - 638 KBA Leitrim Councillor and member of the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association is calling for protection to be afforded to farmers when it comes to price reductions being sought when it comes to shopping for groceries. The calls come as SuperValu has followed Tesco, Lidl and Aldi in cutting the price of its own-brand bread. All four of the country's major supermarkets have announced a 10 cent reduction from today. Junior Minister Neale Richmond met with representatives from the retailer...
Calls for nightly patrols to catch litter louts in south Donegal
May 11, 2023 09:20 - 1 minute - 1.6 MBThere are calls for nightly litter patrols in south Donegal in a bid to catch the culprits behind dumping rubbish at bottle banks. One recent in Bundoran included bags of 'nasty rubbish' discarded at the banks which wasn't fit for recycling. Local Cllr Michael McMahon says it's totally unfair to voluntary groups having to clean up the mess time and time again. He believes that Donegal County Council need to carry out a review in how it polices the issue: >*
Sligo Councillor calls on Local Authority to fund Women’s refuge centre
May 11, 2023 09:20 - 27 seconds - 432 KBCalls are being made on the local Authority in Sligo to provide support to develop a women's refuge in the local area. Last year a report from Túsla identified the need for a refuge to be established in Sligo. 2022 saw the largest rate of domestic violence reported on record. Sligo-Strandhill Councillor Sineád Maguire says the provision of accommodation would be the first step to assisting victims of domestic violence.
Local Authorities in North West accused of falling to provide for older renters
May 11, 2023 09:20 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBA Spokesperson for the charity ALONE has sharply criticised the local Authorities in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal for failing to provide adequate accommodation for an ageing population that will continue to live in rented accommodation. The comments come as a quarter of older renters say they expect to remain in the private rental sector for life. Joint research by Threshold and ALONE found 42 per cent of respondents experience high stress levels renting in the private sector. Lack of securi...
Taoiseach wants hundreds of mica homes rebuilt by this time next year
May 11, 2023 09:20 - 1 minute - 1.58 MBThe Taoiseach says it is the hope of the Government to see hundred of homes affected by the defective block issue in Donegal and the North West repaired or rebuilt by this time next year. Leo Varadkar was responding to Donegal Fine Gael TD Joe McHugh who quizzed the Taoiseach on a number of issues relating to the defective blocks scheme. It's estimated that applications to the original scheme have surpassed one thousand with a question mark as to when the enhanced scheme will be finally rol...
Donegal TD highlights the challenges associated with importing cars in the Dáil
May 11, 2023 06:46 - 41 seconds - 651 KBThe Finance Minister has admitted that rules and costs surrounding importing vehicles into Ireland from Northern Ireland and the UK have become 'a bit messy'. Minister Michael McGrath was responding to Sinn Fein’s Finance Spokesperson Pearse Doherty who says the change in criteria for car dealerships locally is also becoming a major problem. The North in particular has long been deemed as a major supplier of cars to the Republic, particularly to border counties. Customs and VAT charges pre...
Outrage after vandals damage monument & plaque in west Sligo
May 10, 2023 15:04 - 1 minute - 1.56 MBThere's outrage in Dromore West village after a monument and plaque were discovered vandalised this morning. Volunteer workers came across the destruction when carrying out works in the area. What appears to be black paint has been thrown over a monument and plaque which was erected in 2018 to honour local woman Hannah Rutledge Ormsby. It's understood that vandalism on another nature and biodiversity sign also occurred in the same vicinity. Emma Smyth of the local enhancement committee...
Sligo councillor brands current NCT system as "ridiculous"
May 10, 2023 13:18 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MBA Sligo Councillor is calling on the Minister for Transport to carry out a review into the NCT system. A number of motorists are currently experiencing long delays at test centres. Speaking at this month's meeting of Sligo County Council, Councillor Arthur Gibbons has labelled the current NCT system as "ridiculous".
Donegal TD calls for youth club issues to be addressed
May 10, 2023 13:12 - 1 minute - 1.24 MBA Donegal TD is calling on the government to address issues within youth clubs and services around the county. Speaking in the Dáil, Deputy Thomas Pringle said youth clubs are a “lifeline for many families in Donegal.” The Killybegs-based TD outlined two main issues being faced by youth clubs and services in Donegal. In response, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar acknowelged Deputy Pringle’s concerns and will ask his colleague, Minister for Children, Equality and Youth Roderic O’Gorman to reply:
Footpaths pose problems in south Donegal
May 10, 2023 11:47 - 2 minutes - 2.6 MBThe current condition of some of the footpaths in south Donegal are said to be in a serious state of disrepair. Many of the footpaths in the towns in the area have been deemed unfit for use for people with a disability or those pushing prams. Donegal County Council say that works are afoot to carry out some repairs but funding and satting are obstacles. Ballyshannon Fine Gael Cllr Barry Sweeney says it’s a major issue that needs more attention. He calling for every funding avenue to b...
Sligo University Hospital Consultant warns that patients welfare is being placed at risk due to lack of investment
May 10, 2023 11:46 - 2 minutes - 1.89 MBNational Council member of the Irish Hospital Consultants Association and has warned that the growing shortage of essential acute hospital beds and Consultants across the North-West region is leading to longer waiting lists for treatment which is putting people’s welfare at risk. Dr Aine Burke Consultant Haematologist at Sligo University Hospital says that with over 131 000, waiting for care across the six hospitals making up the Saolta Hospital Group Patients are experiencing poorer outco...
Sligo University Hospital Consultant warns that patients welfare is being placed at risk due to lack of investment
May 10, 2023 11:46 - 2 minutes - 1.89 MBNational Council member of the Irish Hospital Consultants Association and has warned that the growing shortage of essential acute hospital beds and Consultants across the North-West region is leading to longer waiting lists for treatment which is putting people’s welfare at risk. Dr Aine Burke Consultant Haematologist at Sligo University Hospital says that with over 131 000, waiting for care across the six hospitals making up the Saolta Hospital Group Patients are experiencing poorer outco...
Issues preventing one off rural housing can 'easily be remedied'
May 10, 2023 10:49 - 2 minutes - 2.24 MBIssues preventing the construction of one off rural housing can easily be remedied. That's according to Sinn Feins Transport spokesperson Martin Kenny who was speaking this morning as part of a statements on a motion on planning and rural housing. Deputy Kenny claims that people are being discouraged from living in rural Ireland. He says many people in Leitrim are desperate to get on the property ladder and the Government needs to work with them:
Sligo TD calls for food inflation to be reduced
May 10, 2023 10:34 - 44 seconds - 701 KBSligo Leitrim TD Marian Harkin says low income families need to see food prices reduced so that they can make ends meet.