Road safety improvements at Laghey to start in early 2024
Approval has been given for road safety measures at Laghy to proceed. The issue has been a bone of contention for some time, but the new year will see the measures move to the design phase. The matter was discussed at the latest meeting of the Donegal MD.…
Donegal Councillor unhappy with slow progress on Dunkineely safety works
There’s concern over the slow progress being made on safety measures for Dunkineely. Flashing lights outside the local school had been earmarked for some time while there are also ongoing calls for a footpath to be installed coming into the village. Local Fianna Fail Cllr Michael Naughton says…
Tánaiste to meet with the family of Michael Leonard
The Tánaiste is to meet with Michael Leonard’s family today in a bit to progress their wish for a fresh inquest into his murder. The 24 year old from Pettigo was shot dead on May 17th 1973 close to the Fermanagh border. In 2019, it was claimed…
Traffic infrastructure upgrades planned for Laghey
It looks like a notorious junction in Laghey may get a long-awaited roundabout. The stretch is home to a popular petrol station, a number of businesses and homes however in recent years there have also been several minor crashes there and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to access the main…
Safety measures to be implemented at Laghey by end of next month
It’s been confirmed that some safety measures are to be implemented in Laghey by the end of November. It follows concern locally by the speed some motorists are travelling in the area, with a number of crashes along the stretch over the years. The safety measures are said…
Donegal Hotelier rejects claims that the sector is guilty of exploitation of staff
A Local Hotelier has rejected claims that Tourism and hospitality staff are being exploited and mistreated. The Irish Congress of Trade Unions says the sector is characterised by low wages and breaches of company law. Donegal councillor Michael Naughton is General Manager at Clanree Hotel in Letterkenny. He believes…
Donegal councillor agrees transparency is needed in the hospitality sector
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions say one third of workers in hospitality aren’t being paid tips. Legislation is set to be introduced to ensure service charges in bars and restaurants go directly to workers, The move will stop owners from using the charge for other purposes and make tipping…