News - Disability
Leitrim sisters prepare for busy summer at their accessible guest house
The B&B is fully wheelchair usable.
Jul 2, 2022 10:49
Roscommon TD urges Government to change rules on payments following death of a child
There was controversy last weekend over a letter sent to a grieving mother.
Jun 15, 2022 14:34
Disability activist calls for more accessibility in Roscommon town
The couple highlight the issue on their social media page.
Apr 28, 2022 13:30
Roscommon TD calls on Government to fund disability transport supports
Many people are confined to their home because there are no transport grants for those with disabilities.
Feb 20, 2022 10:47
Funding boost of €100,000 for Longford Disability Services
The funding was announced by Minister for Disabilities Anne Rabbitte.
Feb 8, 2022 11:25
Longford student wins national art competition
Matthew is a pupil at St. Teresa's National School Ballinalee.
Feb 3, 2022 18:09
Paid leave for domestic violence victims should be a priority - Local TD
It will come before an Oireachtas meeting later this week.
Jan 26, 2022 13:33
Athlone group praised for changing room campaign
It will be based at the Civic Centre in Athlone.
Jan 5, 2022 11:25
Half a million euro announced for local disability programmes
The funds will help the participation of people with disabilities in local activities.
Dec 23, 2021 17:11
Special changing facility for disabled children and adults announced for Athlone
The new facility will be based at the Civic centre in Athlone.
Dec 16, 2021 13:42
Accessible housing badly needed in Roscommon
Tomorrow marks the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Dec 2, 2021 17:28
Carrick-on-Shannon local calls for immediate re-instatement of disability parking spots
Streetworks in Carrick-on-Shannon are due to be complete in the coming months.
Nov 19, 2021 11:37
Public urged to get involved in Make Way Day campaign
Long term solutions are needed to ensure that access to public spaces are available to everyone.
Sep 23, 2021 17:10
Calls for increase in social welfare payments ahead of budget 2022
Meanwhile, Trade union SIPTU is accusing the government of moving to privatise local services for the unemployed which have been run as non-profits for years.
Sep 6, 2021 08:27Shannonside Newsletter
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