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Sinn Féin wants to put Carlow at the back of the class

Fine Gael Carlow TD, Pat Deering, has criticised Sinn Féin for what he says is the attempted exclusion of Carlow from a significant educational advancement for the South East, the new Technological University for the South East (TUSE).

Burke slams “Fianna Fáil-Sinn Féin Alliance” over water charges

Deputy Peter Burke, Fine Gael TD for Longford Westmeath has this week slammed the new position taken by Fianna Fáil over excessive use of water, branding the approach as that of a new a “Fianna Fáil-Sinn Féin Alliance”. Burke said this new level of populism flies in the face of those who sacrificed so much to stabilise our economy, and will put our current and future budgets at risk.

Older people in Donegal to benefit from reduced prescription charges – McHugh

“New health legislation being introduced this week is good news for older people in Donegal as it will reduce their prescription charges. This means more money in the pockets of older people as they care for their health,” said Minister McHugh

McHugh meets Donegal troops in Lebanon and urges young people to follow in their footsteps

“Donegal people have a proud tradition in serving in the Defence Forces and an Open Day is being planned at Finner Camp for this interested in continuing that proud tradition. “They are looking for general service recruits, apprentices and cadets and I strongly encourage young men and women in Donegal to consider this exciting opportunity.

Minister to meet with Kerry Deer Society – Coghlan

Speaking in the Seanad today, Leas Cathaoirleach, Senator Paul Coghlan, raised the issue of the indigenous Red deer and Japanese sika deer in County Kerry and called on the Minister of State for Regional Economic Development, Michael Ring, to meet with the Kerry Deer Society.

150 new jobs a significant vote of confidence in local economy- Durkan

Kildare-based food manufacturer Dawn Farms, which exports to over 40 markets around the world, has today announced it will add a further 150 jobs to its headquarters in Naas over the next five years.

Vet Lab in Limerick must remain open- Neville

Fine Gael TD for Limerick Tom Neville called for the veterinary laboratory there to remain open in the Dáil this week.

Hard work rewards as Cork-Boston route finally set to take off – Buttimer

Fine Gael Senator and Leader of Seanad Éireann, Jerry Buttimer, has expressed his delight at the launch of Norwegian Airlines transatlantic routes from Cork after a long and challenging journey to secure the service.

€3M for Killybegs Tourism College a massive boost for Donegal- Minister McHugh

Donegal Minister of State Joe McHugh has announced €3M in funding for the LYIT Killybegs Tourism College. This funding, of which €750,000 will be rolled out annually, will be to assist the Donegal Tourism and Educational development. Minister McHugh was able to make this announcement following confirmation this afternoon by his colleague, Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton TD

Few Irish people are aware that we have a National Famine Commemoration day – Brophy

Minister McHugh launches new €3.8M water treatment plant in Gortahork

Minister of State Joe McHugh has announced a €3.8M water scheme in Gortahork which will deliver quality supplies to 5,000 people by the end of the year. The Donegal TD cut the sod today on the new water treatment plant at Ardsbeg. It is part of €6.3M in infrastructure contracts being signed off by Minister McHugh today with the formal signing for the Cockhill Bridge in Buncrana later today.

Microsoft expansion a big win for Leopardstown – Richmond

Attending the announcement of a 600 job expansion by Microsoft in Leopardstown this morning (Friday), locally based Fine Gael Senator, Neale Richmond had said the expansion is a big win.