Local TD accuses the government of failing to provide mental health care for children
It’s emerged that over 400 young people are waiting for appointments to mental health services in the North West. The number reflects on those waiting in Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal, and other areas in the region. It accounts for over 10% of the nationwide figure of 4,043 children…
Local TD claims Hospitals outside of the north west being prioritised by the Taoiseach
The Taoiseach has come in for criticism over comments he made in relation to progress on planned improvements at a number of hospitals throughout country. Michael Martin confirmed that Cork’s new hospital is to be signed off next week, while also stating that issues surrounding Hospitals in the likes…
Situation at Sligo University Hospital ‘a scandal’
A Sligo Leitrim TD has described the situation at Sligo University Hospital as nothing short of scandalous. The comments come following claims that the hospital is frequently over 110% capacity. The issue is said to be resulting in staff regularly treating patients without a bed at times. …
Gardai recruitment and retention needs to be addressed urgently – Kenny
A Sligo Leitrim TD says recruitment and retention in An Garda Síochána needs to be addressed urgently. It comes as new figures show more than a quarter have been unable to progress in their careers after failing basic fitness assessments. The tests have been in place since the…
Local TD expresses concerns with the number of staff leaving Tusla
A Sligo Leitrim TD has expressed concern over the difficulties that Tusla the Child and family agency are experiencing when it comes to retaining staff. More than 700 Tusla employees have left the agency over the last 21 months. According to details released under the Freedom…
North West TD accuses the government of not doing enough to prevent refugee crisis
A North West TD is accusing the government of not taking adequate steps to deal with the influx of Ukrainian refugees to this country. Deputy Martin Kenny is calling for the option of using holiday homes to house Ukrainian refugees to be examined again. The Leitrim based TD says…
Local TD accuses Housing Minister of presiding over ‘deepening crisis’
A Sligo Leitrim TD has accused the Government of losing control of the housing market. It’s after new figures released by Daft.ie this week show that rents across Sligo and Leitrim have soared. Leitrim saw the largest year on year increase across the state of 21.3% while Sligo…