Fishing industry stuffed in the hedge by Sea Fisheries protection Authority
A robust debate in the Dáil last night in relation to Concerns flagged by the Irish fish processors and exporters over the change in regulations to the weighing of catches. The EU have imposed new rules through the Sea Fisheries protection Authority which makes it compulsory for all fishermen…
Donegal TD says the treatment of Údarás na Gaeltachta is a ‘national scandal’
The treatment of Údarás na Gaeltachta by various Governments since 2010 has been nothing short of a national scandal. That’s according to Leas Cheann Comhairle and Donegal TD, Pat the Cope Gallagher Speaking to Ocean FM Deputy Gallagher says that the the only agency charged by Government to be responsible…
No additional ambulances for South Donegal
The HSE have confirmed that there are currently no plans in place to introduce a second ambulance to cover the South West Donegal area. Calls have been made recently for an additional ambulance to be introduced to the cover the area which includes locations that are isolated and farm…
Only Post Office in Kilcar to close at end of month
There is shock in the community of Kilcar this morning with announcement that the only Post Office in the area is due to close at end of this month. The decision comes many months after the multiple closures of post offices throughout Sligo and Donegal. It’s understood the current postmaster…
Funding granted for improvements on N56 route in Donegal
Funding has been granted for a number of road improvements along the N56 route in Donegal. Money has been sanctioned to continue work on three major projects in Mountcharles, Kilmacrennan and Dungloe/Glenties. The Minister for Transport, Shane Ross approved the funding following recommendations from Transport Infrastructure Ireland. It’s expected the…