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…
Landmark vaccinations figure reached
The Department of Health has confirmed that 3 more people have died as a result of Covid-19. 474 new cases of the virus have also been confirmed. All three Counties in the North West reported new cases in yesterday’s figures. Fewer than 5 cases were detected in Sligo,…
Hospitality Sector reopens in Northern Ireland
The hospitality sector is reopening in Northern Ireland today, as part of a widespread easing of restrictions. Cafes, restaurants and pubs can open for outdoor services. All shops are also allowed reopen, along with gyms, swimming pools and self-catering accommodation. Cavan-Monaghan Sinn Fein TD Matt Carthy is…
More needs to be done addressing mental health during Covid-19
Research carried out by a Sligo/Leitrim TD and his team has found many people feel that Covid-19 has had, and will continue to have, long term effects on mental health. Fianna Fail Deputy, Marc MacSharry says they questioned people across numerous professions such as GP’s, Coroners, Student Unions and members…
Sligo Chamber seek assurances with re-opening strategy
The Chamber of Ireland have called on the government ahead of this evening re-opening announcement to provide certainty on financial supports and the reopening strategy that will be deployed for the coming months. Aidan Doyle is the CEO of the Sligo Chamber of commerce. He says that the…
Opening Schools is leading to inceasing number of covid cases
In the latest round of Covid-19 figures published by the Department of Health there were 33 additional cases reported in Donegal. No cases were detected in either Sligo or Leitrim. 371 new cases of the virus were detected nationally and 13 additional Covid-19 related deaths were also confirmed.…
Details of summer re-opening to be announced today
Inter-county travel will return on the 10th of May as part of a sweeping easing of Covid-19 restrictions. The cabinet is due to meet this afternoon to sign off on plans to re-open most of the country for the summer. The first easing of measures will be…