Local TD says parents are struggling to secure college grants
A Sligo Leitrim TD says many families in the North West are not able to access college grants despite being on the breadline. Sinn Fein Deputy Martin Kenny says in particular, parents who have more than one child in third level education are finding it increasingly difficult to afford…
Dáil hears claims of 75% rent increases in Tubbercurry
A Sligo Leitrim TD has accused some landlords of implementing unrealistic rent increases The Dáil has heard of a recent case in Tubbercurry where a landlord informed a family that their rent would be increased from 800 to 1400 euro – a 75% jump. Sinn Fein Deputy Martin…
Sligo Leitrim TD warns that changes to the Northern Ireland Protocol could destroy local agricultural sector
The Northern Ireland Assembly’s sitting for the first time in a fortnight, with the aim of electing some of the top positions. The DUP – now the second largest party in Stormont behind Sinn Fein – has refused to support any nominations so far, until some Brexit issues are…
British PM has created political crisis in North – Kenny
Sligo/Leitrim Sinn Féin TD, Martin Kenny, says the British Prime Minister created the political crisis in the North. Boris Johnson is visiting the region today in an attempt to seek ‘the broadest possible cross-community support’. Sinn Fein doesn’t believe there be a breakthrough in the political crisis in…
More can be done for Ukrainian refugees in North West – Kenny
A Sligo Leitrim TD says while a big effort is being made in accommodating Ukrainian refugees in the North West, more can be done. Sinn Fein Justice Spokesperson Deputy Martin Kenny was speaking in the Dail last evening and made reference to Lough Allen Hotel in Drumshanbo which is…
More diversity needed within judicial system – Kenny
A Sligo Leitrim TD believes a lot of work needs to be done to create more diversity within the judicial system. Deputy Martin Kenny made the comments during a debate on the Judicial Appointment Commission 2020 in the Dail. Deputy Kenny who is also Sinn Feins Justice Spokesperson…
Local TD express concern over increased activity of Loan Sharks
A local TD is calling on the Garda Commissioner to establish a specialised Garda operation to target illegal loan sharks operating in communities across the North West. There are reports of an increase in the number of unofficial reports of assaults and aggravated burglaries occurring as a result of…