Conal Gallen looking forward to performing again
Conal Gallen is a comedian from Ballybofey and is well known for his comedy, acting and singing. He has written many comedy song , plays and books. Like everyone in the entertainment world, Conal has been of the stage since the beginning of the pandemic and will return to the…
Border Residents accused of having an ‘a la carte’ attitude to Covid-19 restrictions.
Those living in border regions, are being accused this morning of having an ‘a la carte’ attitude to Covid-19 restrictions. The claims are being made by the chair of the British Medical Organisation in Northern Ireland. Hospitality firms have called for industry rules to be the same for…
Donegal GP expresses concern in relation to easing restrictions in the North
A Donegal GP is expressing concern ahead of theatres, concert halls and other venues reopening in Northern Ireland from 6 o’clock this evening. The Stormont Executive signed off on the measure at a meeting yesterday. Live music will also be allowed in these venues – with no restrictions…
Delay with indoor dining won’t be the end for hospitality sector
A Donegal TD is claiming this morning that summer won’t be lost for thousands of businesses if the opening of indoor dining is pushed back by two weeks. The National Public Health Emergency Team is meeting today to consider its advice on the further easing of Covid 19 restrictions.…
Legal challenge on latest hospitality restrictions
A Sligo Restaurant owner says a legal challenge could be mounted to prevent the government allowing indoor dining in Hotels and Guest Houses while other restaurants will only be allowed to facilitate outdoor dining. Sligo based restaurateur, Anthony Gray, the former President of the Restaurants Association of Ireland and…
Covid-19 measures to be eased in North
Ministers at Stormont will meet later to discuss the easing of lockdown measures in Northern Ireland. It is expected to include dates for when things like hairdressers, non-essential retail and other businesses can reopen. Deputy First Minister, Michelle O’Neill, has suggested it will span “months”. Virologist at Queens University in…
Vital that construction sector remains open in north west
A Sligo Councilor has urged everyone in the construction sector to do everything in their power to ensure that the sector continues to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic. All home building will resume today, with the easing of some level 5 restrictions. Non-essential construction works have been closed…