People need to be given choice in attending live events
A local musician has welcomed clarity surrounding guidelines on outdoor events and says people need to be given the choice to attend live events. Taoiseach Micheal Martin said ‘further clarity and consistency’ was required and in a statement he ‘expressed his regret at attending the Merrion Hotel outdoor event’. The…
Confusion for hospitality sector; Fáilte Ireland to update guidelines
A local restauratuer says there are mixed messages ‘yet again’ surrounding guidelines for the hospitality sector. Failte Ireland are expected to publish updated guidelines today after holding talks with government officials yesterday following the Attorney General, Paul Gallagher, confirming that outdoor gatherings of upto 200 guests can take place in…
Indoor dining for fully vaccinated resumes across the north west
Indoor dining in pubs, restaurants and cafes resumes this morning for the first time since December across the north west. A maximum of 6 adults will be allowed at one table, wearing face masks will be mandatory while not seated and only those who have been fully vaccinated or have…
Unique challenges facing north west hospitality sector
A Sligo Restaurateur and former president of the Restaurants of Ireland has warned of a number of serious challenges facing the local hospitality. The warning is being issued ahead of new guidelines for the reopening of the hospitality sector later today. The Failte Ireland guidelines are expected to…
Four new centres for water activities to be built in the region
Four new modern centres for beach and lake goers are to be built in the region. Each centre will provide facilities such as secure storage, hot showers and changing and toilet facilities. Under a €19m investment from Failte Ireland, 22 new centres in total are to be built nationally. Acres…
Fáilte Ireland issue guidelines for reopening tourism and hospitality sectors
A range of guidelines for reopening the tourism and hospitality sectors in the north west have been issued. The sectors are due to open again on the 29th of June and Fáilte Ireland have guidelines available on their website through the Covid-19 Business Support Hub. Each sector have distinct instructions…
Sligo Food Trail launch new video highlighting successful Harvest Feast
Sligo Food Trail have launched a new video highlighting the successful Harvest Feast. As part of the trails Taste the Island initiative, a feast was held in October in which Failté Ireland CEO, Paul Kelly attended. Mr Kelly had plenty of praise for the event saying ‘the passion and work…