News - Darragh O'Brien

Over 250 EV grants awarded in Shannonside region last year

An electric vehicle or EV has an electric motor that is powered by a battery which is charged by an external source of electricity.

Apr 13, 2026 07:21

It comes as nationwide fuel protests enter a fifth day, with around 500 of the country's 1 thousand 600 filling stations out of petrol and diesel.

Apr 11, 2026 08:21

Minister Darragh O'Brien cut the ribbon on a 7km stretch of the N5, bypassing Frenchpark, last week.

Mar 30, 2026 07:21

Darragh O'Brien says Ireland has been exceeding its targets for EVs.

Feb 27, 2026 09:52

The funding will support the delivery of walking and cycling infrastructure.

Jan 19, 2026 09:30

The number of households installing solar panels across the Shannonside region has risen significantly between 2023 and 2024.

Dec 2, 2025 13:31

The former Housing Minister last year outlined Ireland was on track to see close to 40,000 new homes built.

Mar 9, 2025 07:24

Paddy Farrell wants the government to take action.

Jul 3, 2024 08:30

Darragh O'Brien is cutting the ribbon on 18 homes in Carraig Breac in Drumshanbo and 10 in Lahard in Ballinamore.

May 20, 2024 07:16

Councillor Ross believes that somebody's income shouldn't be the sole reason why someone should be eligible for social housing.

Oct 20, 2023 12:57

There will also be a new fee for Judicial Reviews being taken against planning decisions which may be covered if the challenger wins the case.

Oct 3, 2023 17:31

Darragh O'Brien was speaking at the opening in Longford Town this afternoon.

Sep 15, 2023 13:17

The Minister for Housing faces a confidence vote this week.

Dec 12, 2022 09:11

The housing Minister visited Carrick on Shannon today

Jun 24, 2022 17:58

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