Donegal TD says housing refugees better than more direct provision centres
A Donegal TD says its very important we all play our part in welcoming refugees from the Syrian conflict and from other conflicts around the world. Independent Deputy Thomas Pringle was speaking after it emerged…
Coveney: Taoiseach should not be ‘rushed’ into decision
The Housing Minister says he does not think the Taoiseach will be ‘rushed’ into making a decision on when to step down. Fine Gael Minister Simon Coveney who is to contest for leader when the…
Coveney in Sligo for regional launch of ‘Ireland 2040’ plan
Minister Simon Coveney will attend a regional launch in Sligo today of the government’s 20-year plan that aims to strike a balance between urban and rural development. He will also turn the sod at the…
Less than two weeks before Leitrim hotel-owners face potential prosecution
There are fewer than two weeks left for council ordered refurbishments to take place on a hotel in North Leitrim. The owners of the Abbey Manor Hotel in Dromahair were ordered by the county council…
Harrison welcomes extended terms of reference
Donegal-based Garda whistleblower Keith Harrison has welcomed the announcement that the inquiry into the Maurice McCabe controversy will also investigate allegations of ill-treatment of other whistleblowers. The terms of reference for the inquiry were agreed…
Second all-island conference on Brexit today
The Taoiseach and Foreign Affairs Minister will today host the second all-island conference on Brexit. Over 400 industry representatives from both sides of the border will join Enda Kenny and Charlie Flanagan to discuss Britain’s…
Confirmed government contingency Brexit plans would include full customs border
The Finance minister has confirmed that locations in Donegal, Leitrim and Cavan are being looked at for customs checkpoints in the case of a return to a hard border once Britain leaves the EU. Details…
