There are concerns the project has stalled because of a problem with the proposed site in Roscommon town.

It's after his party refused to add him to its ticket in the constituency, after Ballygar GP Martin Daly beat him in a selection convention.

The Social Protection and Community Development Minister is quitting politics after the forthcoming general election.

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board submitted their proposals last year, which involved workshops in a 22,000-square foot building.

The fund is designed to support the installation of barrier-free outdoor sport infrastructure for public use in local community settings.

Tributes have been pouring in for the popular local barber over the past few days from people across Ireland.

The project is expected to go to planning by the end of this year, allowing construction to start next year.

It follows a public meeting last night to discuss a Department of Integration proposal to expand refugee accommodation at the site.