News - Deputy Martin Kenny
Leitrim patient's wait for cancer treatment raised in the Dáil
The long travel distances and difficulty accessing timely care are said to add significant stress for patients and families.
Mar 25, 2026 17:16
Hopes lessons can be learned over Bord Bia dispute
The IFA have called off their 4 week protest at Bord Bia Headquarters after the board agreed to an independent review.
Mar 3, 2026 13:08
Local TD criticises Government's handling of ongoing Bord Bia dispute
Sligo-Leitrim TD Martin Kenny raised concerns about transparency, expenditure, and accountability within the semi-state agency.
Feb 26, 2026 17:47
Government's Mercusor u-turn under fire
Earlier today, the majority of MEPs voted for it be referred to the European Court of Justice in the European Parliament.
Jan 21, 2026 17:04
Local TD Calls on Bord Bia Chairperson to Resign
The comments come after Dawn Farms, a leading meat supplier, confirmed that Brazilian beef accounted for 1 per cent of its overall beef supply in 2025.
Jan 20, 2026 17:10
Enterprise Minister says Ireland's position on Mercosur deal is clear
That's despite some Irish MEP's indicating they'll vote in favour of the deal.
Jan 14, 2026 07:41
Sinn Féin motion condemns Ireland's handling of Mercosur negotiations
The party's Agriculture Spokesperson Martin Kenny has accused Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael of trying to 'ride two horses'.
Jan 13, 2026 16:46
Sinn Féin to attend large-scale Mercusor protest
It's set to get underway at 11am.
Jan 7, 2026 07:26
Calls for greater investment in south Leitrim water infrastructure
Significant outages have impacted many areas including Cloone, Carrigallen and Aughnasheelin.
Dec 4, 2025 14:00
Local Sinn Féin TD says answers are needed over Mercosur deal
Sinn Féin previously brought a private members' motion in the Dáil.
Nov 28, 2025 08:45
Patient ready for discharge stuck at local hospital
Health officials have warned that these long stays are putting extra strain on already full hospital wards.
Oct 30, 2025 13:27
Final budget negotiations continuing this afternoon
Core social welfare rate increases will be between €8 to €10 euro a week.
Oct 6, 2025 13:10
Justice Minister agrees to meet the family of Liam Farrell - as Dáil told garda investigation was 'inadequate'
Sligo-Leitrim TD Martin Kenny raised the case with Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan in the Dáil this afternoon.
Sep 23, 2025 15:28
Death of Leitrim man Liam Farrell to be raised in the Dáil this afternoon
87-year-old Liam Farrell was found dead outside his house in Rooskey nearly six years ago.
Sep 23, 2025 13:07Shannonside Newsletter
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