News - Longford-Westmeath
Local junior minister rules out energy credits to tackle soaring cost of living
The Labour Party wants 400 euro energy credits for households with incomes of less than 80,000 euro a year.
May 10, 2026 13:41
Local TD hits back at Sinn Féin claims of government inaction over fuel prices
It comes ahead of a Cabinet meeting next Tuesday to discuss measures to tackle the crisis.
Mar 20, 2026 18:02
Local businesses not responsible for fuel spikes- Carrigy
Mar 6, 2026 17:08
Oil price surge 'bears no reflection' to costs in Ireland
Fuels for Ireland insists the increases are 'absolutely in line' with wholesale international prices.
Mar 5, 2026 11:24
Flood damaged worsened by underinvestment - TD Sorca Clarke
Longford-Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke says repeated flooding has been worsened by delays, underinvestment and a lack of urgency despite clear warnings.
Feb 16, 2026 13:22
Local TD slams lack of eating-disorder services
Sorca Clarke said there's no team in place for children with eating disorder.
Feb 4, 2026 07:42
Government urged to introduce new grant measures
The grant provides funding to people who are looking to refurbish a vacant or derelict home.
Jan 16, 2026 16:41
Minute's silence observed in Seanad for former Minister Paddy Cooney
He died last Saturday at the age of 94, and his funeral will take place in Athlone tomorrow.
Dec 10, 2025 13:47
Former justice minister and local TD passes away
The Longford-Westmeath politician served as minister in the cabinets of Liam Cosgrave and Garrett Fitzgerald.
Dec 6, 2025 16:55
Local Fine Gael TD defends Humphreys’ nomination but calls for review of election system
Micheál Carrigy TD believes votes were spoiled because people didn't support either of the two candidates.
Oct 26, 2025 13:28
Local TD calling out Danny Healy-Rae's comments on autism
He says the Kerry TD's remarks caused hurt to people on the autism spectrum and their families.
Sep 20, 2025 07:31
Sinn Féin chairman for local constituency not endorsing Humphreys for presidency
No candidate has yet been appointed to run for the Áras on behalf of Sinn Féin.
Aug 28, 2025 13:06
Enterprise Minister rules out one-off fund for businesses over US tariffs
Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke says the threat of 30 per cent taxes on European imports into the US ‘undoubtedly’ poses a further threat to Irish jobs.
Jul 15, 2025 09:17
Local Sinn Féin TD slams 'scandalous' government plans for GPO site
The party says the iconic building, central to the 1916 Easter Rising, should be preserved for cultural and historical use.
Jul 12, 2025 12:53Shannonside Newsletter
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