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
Ministers to meet with haulage and farming reps today for negotiation talks
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
Transport Minister vows to continue to invest in Carrick bypass
Minister Darragh O'Brien cut the ribbon on a 7km stretch of the N5, bypassing Frenchpark, last week.
Mar 30, 2026 07:21
Transport Minister defends level of electric-vehicle sales in Shannonside region
Darragh O'Brien says Ireland has been exceeding its targets for EVs.
Feb 27, 2026 09:52
Local walking and cycling paths get €11m funding boost
The funding will support the delivery of walking and cycling infrastructure.
Jan 19, 2026 09:30
Shannonside Region Sees Surge in Solar Panel Installations
The number of households installing solar panels across the Shannonside region has risen significantly between 2023 and 2024.
Dec 2, 2025 13:31
Tánaiste says housing targets for last year have not misled public
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
Cruiser traffic on Shannon in Leitrim has halved this year, claims Carrick cathaoirleach
Paddy Farrell wants the government to take action.
Jul 3, 2024 08:30
Housing Minister to open almost 30 social homes in south Leitrim today
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
Local councillors call for a change when applying for social housing
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
An Bord Pleanala to undergo major restructuring
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
Vacancy the key issue affecting Longford housing- Senior Minister
Darragh O'Brien was speaking at the opening in Longford Town this afternoon.
Sep 15, 2023 13:17
Housing 'the biggest issue facing society' according to Taoiseach
The Minister for Housing faces a confidence vote this week.
Dec 12, 2022 09:11
Doubling of HAP support to aid Roscommon tenants says Housing Minister
The housing Minister visited Carrick on Shannon today
Jun 24, 2022 17:58Shannonside Newsletter
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