IFA urges people to ‘buy Irish’ this Christmas
This Friday, the president of the IFA Joe Healy will launch a campaign urging people to buy Irish food this Christmas. The campaign will be called ‘Fairness for Farmers, Honesty for Consumers.’ It will draw attention to what the IFA says is misleading ‘Irish’ labelling by retailers as well as…
Councils urge public to recycle their Christmas tree and unwanted gifts
Members of the public in the North West are being urged to recycle their Christmas Trees and unwanted gifts following the holiday period. That’s the message coming from local councils as people prepare to take down their Christmas decorations and dispose of Christmas trees and wreaths. There are 16 designated…
Gardai recommend leaving the car at home this holiday season
The Gardaí are advising people to leave the car behind if they plan on having a drink over the Christmas holidays. Those visiting friends and family are being advised to plan their journey carefully and avoid bringing the car. Superintendent Ray McMahon from the Northern Garda Traffic region says people…
Gardaí ask people to be aware and increase home security over Christmas
The Gardaí are warning people to be aware and increase home security over Christmas if possible. Donegal Crime Prevention Officer Paul Wallace says this means taking simply steps like not leaving money and keys lying around at home or in the car for potential thieves to see. He says be…
Childline says more than 1,000 children rang on Christmas Day
The impact of alcohol abuse at Christmas was clear from the calls to Childline yesterday, according to the ISPCC. More than 1,000 children contacted the service on Christmas Day. Some reported feeling sad and lonely over the holidays, while others were upset about the loss of a loved one during…
Gardaí warn about driving the day after drinking
If you were drinking last night make sure it’s out of your system before you drive. That’s the advice from the Gardaí who are warning people to make sure they’re fit to drive before taking to the roads. Extra Garda checkpoints will be mounted across the country over the next…
Sligo/Leitrim TD questions government plans for homeless families at Christmas
A Sligo/Leitrim TD has been told that it’s up to Local Authorities to provide accommodation for homeless people over the Christmas period. Sinn Fein deputy Martin Kenny raised the question in the dail if the government had any plans for those living in hotels which will close for Christmas. He…