Missed covid tests leading to scores of undetected cases
The Irish Patients’ Association says health officials need to urgently investigate why so many people aren’t turning up for their Covid-19 tests. Yesterday the HSE said up to a quarter of appointments at some of…
The closure of medical centres is impacting the elderly
The closure of Health centres in many towns and villages due to Covid-19 restrictions is having a serious impact on the health of people in the north west, In particular that of the older generation.…
Sporting bodies to meet Minister Martin today
Sporting bodies across the north west today will be hopeful that the current restrictions surrounding spectators at sporting events such as soccer or GAA matches could be eased. The Minister for Sport is meeting public…
Archaeological investigations continue Shiel Hospital Site
The HSE have confirmed that they are currently undertaking excavation works at the building site of the new community hospital project at the existing Sheil Hospital site, Ballyshannon. Archaeological investigations are ongoing at the…
Huge anger with Fishermen over penalty legislation
There has been widespread anger in the fishing industry to the news that the Taoiseach (who had also been acting minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine before yesterday) Michael Martin has enacted a controversial…
Most Vulnerable suffering due to lack of face to face services
A Sligo Councillor has called for a restoration of critical face to face services for the vulnerable in our community. Cathaoirleach of Sligo Municipal District, Cllr Thomas Walsh says facilities such as the Alzheimer’s…
Time for Council to scrap vacant commercial levy
Next Monday’s meeting of Leitrim County Council will hear calls to rescind the 25% Commercial Rates charges that apply to vacant commercial properties. The calls will be made by Manorhamilton Municipal District Councillor Justin…
