Tánaiste says the old problems haven’t gone away
The Tanaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar, says the various demonstrations staged yesterday, including the one by those affected by the mica scandal, shows the Government that the old problems have…
Varadkar: Strandhill hub to enhance NW’s reputation as tech centre across the globe
Tanaiste Leo Varadkar says a new €1.9m government-funded digital gaming hub in Sligo will enhance the north west’s reputation as a location of choice for technology companies across the globe. This evening, Mr Varadkar, who…
Suckler farmers must not lose out in carbon emissions, climate battle
There has been renewed calls for protection of the suckler herd. It comes amid concern in some quarters that suckler and dairy farmers are being pitted against each other in the debate about reducing the…
Daniel supports Mica campaigners as protesters seeking 100% redress gather in Dublin
Donegal singer Daniel O Donnell says it’s heartbreaking to see people having to fight for the replacement of their homes that are cracking and disintegrating because of building blocks affected by Mica. He was speaking…
Drumshanbo coincidence — Leo’s visit and BoI closure on same day
Tanaiste Leo Varadkar’s visit to Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim came on the same day as the Bank of Ireland branch in the town closes. It’s one of 88 closing throughout the country today. Others closing in…
The Model launches new series in celebration of Jack B. Yeats
The Model arts centre in Sligo has launched a new series of podcasts and radio plays to celebrate the work of Jack B. Yeats. The six-episode series, titled Encounters with Jack B Yeats, began this…
Sligo Airport management seek meeting over funding
Management at Sligo Airport are requesting a meeting with Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Hildegarde Naughton, to seek clarity over ongoing financial issues. A meeting was held in December 2020 and…
