Funding allocated to promote biodiversity and tackle invasive species
Over €100,000 has been allocated to promote biodiversity and tackle invasive species in the north west. As part of the national fund of €1.35m, Sligo will receive €49,000, Donegal €27,000 and Leitrim will benefit from just over €31,000. The government funding will meet 85% of costs of projects with the…
Businesses in the north west encouraged to apply for outdoor dining funding
Businesses in the tourism and hospitality sectors in the north west are being encouraged to apply for outdoor dining supports. Eligible businesses can apply for grants of upto €4,000 towards the cost of equipment such as outdoor seating, umbrellas, electric heaters and more. Applications are now open until the 30th…
Pregnant women’s partners can attend Sligo University Hospital appointments
Partners of pregnant women and new mothers can now attend appointments at Sligo University Hospital. They are now permitted to be present as support during labour and for a time after birth. The ban was implemented in September of last year. People will be allowed a one hour visit per…
Funds gained from criminal activities to be put back into the community
A Sligo Councillor has welcomed the decision by the Government that proceeds gained from criminal activities will now be put back into the community. Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Michael McGrath have announced the Community Safety Innovation Fund. Independent Councillors around the country…
Insurance costs for community sector need to be addressed
A Sligo Councillor says the cost of insurance for the community sector must be addressed. Independent Councillor, Marie Casserly believes a recent judicial review into personal injury claims doesn’t go far enough. She says damages awarded for minor injuries were reduced by 52% but an 80% is needed to properly…
Calls for repair works at Mullaghmore Harbour
The local authority in Sligo have given a commitment to carry out repair works to the wall at Mullaghmore Harbour. Over the last number of months a large stone has been dislodged on one of the main walls of the harbour and this has led to concerns for the safety…
Community groups encouraged to register for National Spring Clean
Community groups are encouraged to register with An Taisce for the National Spring Clean. The event kicks off for the month of April with over 500,000 volunteers taking part nationally in 2020. Sligo Independent Councillor, Marie Casserly says there has been a noticeable increase in roadside litter in the region…