24 h. ago Outburst from TDs in Dáil after Deputy refers to Albert Dolan as 'young man'

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM An outburst echoed in the Dáil this week after a TD labelled Local Deputy Albert Dolan ‘young man.’ The situation came about after Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn took issue with changes to Standing Orders, which he claimed were not passed. As Deputy Mac Lochlainn argued with Ceann […] The post Outburst from TDs in Dáil after Deputy refers to Albert Dolan as 'young man' appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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28 h. ago Tánaiste does not believe arms being flown through Ireland to Israel

Tánaiste Simon Harris admitted it is ‘a real challenge’ to know what is being flown through Irish skies.

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31 h. ago Miriam Lord’s week: A tsar is not born – and that means ‘faic all’ progress in housing

James Browne talks up his A-Team, TDs watch the pros in action while Pa Daly delights in saying nothing

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31 h. ago Miriam Lord’s week: A tsar has not been born and they need to get this tshitshow off the road

James Browne talks up his A-Team, TDs watch the pros in action while Pa Daly delights in saying nothing

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37 h. ago Irish deputy premier does not believe arms being flown through Ireland to Israel

Irish deputy premier does not believe arms being flown through Ireland to Israel  The Independent

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3 d. ago New ambulance base to be constructed at St. Brigid's in Ballinasloe

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM A new ambulance base is to be constructed on St. Brigid’s Campus in Ballinasloe on lands to be retained by the HSE Roscommon/Galway Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane says this new ambulance base is much needed to replace the current one Deputy Kerrane says it’s also important […] The post New ambulance base to be constructed at St. Brigid's in Ballinasloe appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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3 d. ago More power sought for councillors after 100% Redress Party walk

Donegal Deputy Charles Ward has said that county councillors should have more power at local level. On Monday, four members… The post More power sought for councillors after 100% Redress Party walk-out appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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4 d. ago TDs calls for government to strictly regulate sale of 'laughing gas'

Proposed legislation would limit the sale of nitrous oxide to commercial uses only.

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4 d. ago Galway East TD Pete Roche appointed Fine Gael spokesperson on Mental Health

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway East TD Pete Roche has been appointed the Fine Gael spokesperson on Mental Health He says his key priority will be improving access to support and intervention Deputy Roche says he will work towards creating a direct route of support for those struggling with mental health […] The post Galway East TD Pete Roche appointed Fine Gael spokesperson on Mental Health appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 d. ago Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns

A Galway councillor has warned intransigent opposition to windfarms given the need for wind energy in the county – but at the same time, Cllr Gerry Finnerty cautioned against the proliferation of windfarms in areas where residents have concerns. The Gort councillor was specifically referring the Derrybrien Wind Farm, which is located near the town […] The post Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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4 d. ago Submissions of Grace’s legal team not referred to ‘in any way’ in final investigation report, says wardship solicitor

State solicitor representing intellectually disabled woman says she made statement on Grace’s behalf in ‘public interest’

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5 d. ago High Court judges to hear TD's case on 'super junior' minister appointments being unconstitutional

The three-judge divisional court is expected to sit in July to hear the Sinn Fein TD's legal challenge.

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7 d. ago Rossiter hits out at referee after Wexford see big calls go Dublin's way

Rossiter hits out at referee after Wexford see big calls go Dublin's way  Irish Examiner

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7 d. ago Rossiter hits out at referee after Wexford see huge calls go Dublin's way

Rossiter hits out at referee after Wexford see huge calls go Dublin's way  Irish Examiner

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8 d. ago McDonald says conversations about trans rights need to happen respectfully, referencing her trans sister

Mary Lou McDonald was speaking on the Late Late Show tonight.

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8 d. ago McDonald says conversations about trans rights need to happen respecfully, referencing her trans sister

Mary Lou McDonald was speaking on the Late Late Show tonight.

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8 d. ago Galway West TD Mairéad Farrell appointed chairperson of Oireachtas Finance Committee

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway West TD Mairéad Farrell has been appointed chairperson of one of the most powerful Oireachtas committees The Sinn Féin TD will head up the Finance Committee Deputy Farrell, who has a professional background in finance, previously served on the Dáil’s Finance Committee and the Budgetary Oversight […] The post Galway West TD Mairéad Farrell appointed chairperson of Oireachtas Finance Committee appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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9 d. ago Delayed party appointments of Oireachtas committee chairpersons under way ahead of Dáil return next week

Dispute over speaking time for Independent TDs had held up decisions to hand out key roles with €10,880 salary top-up

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9 d. ago Oireachtas committee chair appointments under way ahead of Dáil return next week

Dispute over speaking time for Independent TDs had held up decisions to hand out key roles with €10,880 salary top-up

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1 week ago Publishers out in force to outline difficulties to Oireachtas members in Leinster House

The challenges facing the local and national newspaper industry with outlined in stark detail at an Oireachtas briefing in front of a huge turnout of TDs and Senators in Leinster House last week. The event last week highlighted the challenges and opportunities for journalism and the need for Government support – and at the same […] The post Publishers out in force to outline difficulties to Oireachtas members in Leinster House appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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