Legislation to go before the Dáil that could allow use of body cams by members of Garda Síochána.
The Donegal based President of the Garda Representative Association says he hopes the process of members of the force being allocated body cams will take a significant step forward today. Legislation will go before the Dáil to allow use of body cams by members of Garda Síochána. It’s…
More debate required on indoor dining legislation
A Sligo Leitrim TD has expressed concern today that legislation in relation to indoor dining is being rushed through the Dáil without proper debate or consultation. The new laws will be raised by politicians today with a large portion of the Opposition against it. Sinn Fein TD Martin…
Legislation on anti social behaviour needs to change
This week’s meeting of the joint policing committee in Leitrim heard calls for changes in the legislation when it comes to dealing with those found guilty of anti- social behaviour in housing estates and apartment complex’s The issue was raised by Manorhamilton MD Councillor. Felim Gurn. Cllr Gurn…
North West & Border TD’s call for Legislation to be changed
North West TD’s are calling for the legislation, imposing restrictions on movement, to be amended to ensure they apply to everyone – including day visitors from outside the state. It’s emerged there’s a loophole in the law, meaning people visiting the Republic and not staying the night, aren’t affected…
As election looms, Sligo man brings High Court case on constituency boundaries
A Sligo-born former politician says if the government falls, a raft of budget proposals, including social welfare increases to more than a million people, may not be approved. Geevagh native Joe Costello, a former Labour Party TD, senator and junior minister, also says if an election goes ahead, it would…
McHugh outlines his priorities as FG chief whip in the Dail
The new Government Chief Whip Joe McHugh says progressing legislation in the Dail and addressing speaking time rights will be two key issues facing the new Cabinet. The Donegal-based Minister was appointed to the role by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar last night and he will have the additional brief of Minister…
Extra parental leave to be introduced
Parents of new children will be given up to four weeks’ extra paid parental leave in the New Year. Two separate schemes are being rolled out to give time off to parents after the arrival of a new baby. Enda Kenny says legislation for two weeks of paid paternity leave…