Local Councillor hopes further easing of restrictions will boost economy
Businesses across the North West are starting trading today with facemask’s no longer required in public settings. The latest lifting of Covid 19 restrictions today sees an end to the mandatory wearing of face coverings in shops, on public transport and in schools. They must still be worn…
Labour shortage is crippling Hospitality and Tourism
A Donegal County Councillor and Hotel Manager is warning of serious challenges facing the Tourism and Hospitality sectors in relation to attracting staff to work in the sector. There are currently an estimated 40 thousand vacancies across the tourism sector. New Fáilte Ireland research reveals many businesses have cut…
Increased numbers at weddings is good news for hospitality sector
A Donegal hotel manager says the announcement that 100 people can now attend a wedding from August 5th is good news, not only because of the business generated but also because of the various spin-off activities. Although the decision was made at Cabinet “in principle” yesterday, there remains uncertainty…
Jack Murray expected to be elected as new Donegal Cathaoirleach
Donegal County Council will select a new Cathaoirleach today. It’s expected to be Sinn Fein Councillor Jack Murray from Lifford, in the Inishowen Municipal District. He was co-opted to replace Padraig McLochlainn following his election to the Dail. It will mean all three councils in the north…
Funding secured to address Rossnowlagh flooding
Over 100,000 thousand euro has today been made available to tackle the issue of flooding in Rossnowlagh. The funding will be provided under the Climate adaptation fund which contains a total allocation of over one million euros to the County of Donegal. Donegal Municipal District Fianna Fail Councillor…
Major interest in local Hotel breaks
A local Hoteliers say there has been a surge in bookings since yesterday’s announcement on easing restrictions. Hotels, B & B’s and guesthouses will be allowed to welcome guests from June 2nd. The Government is to examine when people can holiday abroad, with the Transport Minister suggesting it…
Major shortfall to meet Donegal LIS Schemes
A south Donegal councillor says money announced for work on roads under the Local Improvement Scheme ‘goes nowhere near’ what is required in the Donegal Municipal District. Usually, public money is spent only on public roads but money allocated under LIS Schemes goes for work on private roads used by…