Horse riding centres welcome retention of 9% VAT rate
The operator of one of the north west’s leading horse riding centres and stables is welcoming confirmation that the 9% VAT rate is to be continued for approved riding centres. The Department of Finance has…
New car registrations down across the north west
New car registrations from January to October are down throughout the north west. The number in Donegal fell from 2,592 this year from 2,931 in 2017, an almost 12% drop. In Sligo, the figure from…
AbbVie win two biopharma awards
Med-tech company AbbVie has been recognised for its significant contribution to the biopharma industry at the recent Pharma Industry Awards. The company won the Biopharma Company of the Year Award as well as the Health…
Donegal ETB gets EU funding
Donegal ETB has secured funding of half a million euro under the EU Peace IV initiative. The three projects focus on community leadership, restorative practices and Youth Work. Dr Sandra Buchanan of Donegal ETB welcomed…
Up and Running with Claire Ronan
This morning: Claire talks to Lorraine Gribbins Managing Director of Fastcom. Joan Ward from Sligo Office Supplies tell us about her Business and how it has grown over the last 23 years. David Kenny Director…
Minister to explore using Skype to interview teachers abroad for jobs here
Donegal Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh is to examine to use of Skype in carrying out interviews for teaching positions. The move is aimed at teachers abroad and hopes to bring more Irish…
Sligo University Hospital has been shortlisted for two Pakman Awards
Sligo University Hospital has been shortlisted for two Pakman Awards. The Pakman Awards – previously the Repak Recycling Awards – are national awards that recognise excellence in waste management and recycling among businesses, organisations and…