Concern expressed by Sligo Councillor over lack of progress on new Garda station in Tubbercurry
There are fears that a new Garda Station for Tubbercurry isn’t progressing quick enough. A building for a new station was purchased some years ago however the project itself is said to have stalled. Gardai currently stationed in Tubbercurry are currently operating out of one room with no…
Local Councillor weighs in on GAAGO controversy
A Sligo Councillor and former inter county footballer says it will be unfair on GAA supporters if they will be charged for online access watch the Sligo Senior Football team play their remaining games in the All Ireland Football Championship. Cllr Paul Taylor says poor quality broadband will also…
Sligo Councillor urges cabinet to back new construction measures
A Sligo Councillor says plans going before cabinet today that are considering the temporary scrapping of development fees and subsidising the building of affordable housing should be given a chance to see if they will help alleviate the housing crisis in the north west. Ministers are being asked…
Cllr Taylor wants Ireland West Airport to maximise recent exposure
There are calls to capitalise on the huge success of the US Presidents visit to Ireland West Airport. The facility was showcased on a worldwide stage on Friday as Joe Biden touched down at Knock for the last leg of his Irish visit. Fianna Fail Cllr Paul Taylor…
Sligo Councillor discusses Green Belt Area planning concerns
The housing crisis has very much dominated the news agenda in recent times. One contributing factor is the difficulty many people have in securing planning permission on their own land. A north Sligo listener yesterday contacted North West Today show where she explained that her son did manage to…
Sligo Councillor says firefighters strike action must be avoided
A Sligo Councillor has called on the Government to engage with the SIPTU and explore every avenue to prevent Retained Firefighters engaging in strike action. SIPTU’s is demanding basic entitlements of structured pay and leave arrangements for Retained Firefighters. They claim that many fire fighters can’t do basic…
Sligo councillor urges that those that needs to avail of help to reach out
People in the North West are being reminded to reach out for help if they need it over the festive season. Cllr Paul Taylor says while Christmas time is a happy for most, for some it can be a dark and difficult time. The message comes as…