News - Gerry warnock
Former Longford rep demands return of town councils
Taoiseach Micheál Martin said earlier this year that he wants to re-establish town councils within the next three years.
Sep 24, 2025 17:51
Longford political stalwarts set sights on Leinster House
Fianna Fáil Uruemu Adejinmi is the cathaoirleach of the Longford Municipal District, and Gerry Warnock was a long-time Longford councillor.
Sep 24, 2025 17:24
Longford runner to compete for gold at Tokyo World Athletics Championship
His home athletics club, Longford AC, will screen the race live in their building in Longford town.
Sep 20, 2025 09:20
General Election posters in Longford Town vandalised
The posters of a number of general election candidates in Longford and Westmeath have been destroyed or damaged in what's being branded as 'inventive vandalism'.
Nov 26, 2024 12:42
General Election candidate believes Longford has become social housing hub
Gerry Warnock says that more affordable housing is needed in the county alongside the provision of social housing.
Nov 14, 2024 09:14
Recent feud violence further damages Longford's reputation - Warnock
Gerry Warnock has been speaking after a man was been seriously injured in an alleged assault in Longford Town this morning.
Oct 10, 2024 17:13
Government urged to ringfence Apple Tax money for local healthcare
Former Independent Councillor Gerry Warnock says it would relieve pressure on the national health system.
Sep 13, 2024 13:16
Local politicians express dismay following blaze at Longford premises
Fire services attended the scene and residents from neighbouring apartment blocks were evacuated safely.
Jul 28, 2024 15:18
Insurance payouts by Longford County Council almost doubled to €878k last year
The money is paid by the council's insurers, Irish Public Bodies, on behalf of the local authority.
Jul 22, 2024 07:21
Fears of courts backlog in Shannonside region over barristers' strike
A protest has been taking place outside Longford courthouse today, along with 15 other courthouses, as barristers withdraw their services.
Jul 9, 2024 13:23
General election certain to be held this autumn - Warnock
The Finance Minister Jack Chambers yesterday announced the Budget had been brought forward to October 1st - a week earlier than planned.
Jul 5, 2024 07:33
Prison Officers' Association expresses concern over assaults in local jails
There were 111 in Midlands Prison in Portlaoise last year - a 54 per cent increase on the 72 in 2023.
Jul 2, 2024 13:22
Warnock confirms run for Dail Eireann in Longford/Westmeath
Gerry Warnock says he will be seeking a seat in Dáil Eireann as an Independent TD.
Apr 26, 2024 11:44
Longford Councillor announces decision not to contest Local Election
In statement released today, the Independent Councillor says he has become increasingly disillusioned with Irish politics.
Feb 7, 2024 15:00Shannonside Newsletter
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