News - Longford-Westmeath
Suicidal child refused help by the HSE, local TD tells Dáil
Sinn Féin's Sorca Clarke says several children have been experiencing severe difficulties getting appropriate mental healthcare.
Apr 30, 2025 12:47
Eating disorders must be taken more seriously, says Sinn Féin TD
Deputy Sorca Clarke says there's a clear shortage of trained staff with the necessary expertise to provide the specialised care.
Mar 6, 2025 18:05
Local Minister takes aim at opposition over calls for Government watchdog
Independent Ireland wants a new Department of Efficiency and Reform to carry out unannounced inspections of State bodies and NGOs.
Mar 5, 2025 17:45
Longford TD 'honoured' to take on new role as chairperson of Fine Gael
The first-time TD was only elected to the Dáil last November after four and a half years as a senator.
Feb 27, 2025 10:50
Enteprise Ireland-supported jobs increase by two thirds in Co. Leitrim
The agency helps Irish-owned businesses to deliver new export sales.
Feb 22, 2025 11:17
Longford's Joe Flaherty and Roscommon's Gareth Scahill secure seats in the Seanad
They have secured two of the Taoiseach's nominations for the Upper House.
Feb 7, 2025 17:56
Former Longford-Westmeath TD misses out on Seanad seat
He will now hoping to be one of 11 Taoiseach nominations which will be revealed next week.
Jan 31, 2025 09:18
Longford-Westmeath TD 'glad' to serve in Government again
Fianna Fáil TD Robert Troy - who stepped down in 2022 after failing to declare property interests - has been appointed as a Minister of State in the Department of Finance.
Jan 30, 2025 14:53
Longford Seanad candidate highlights importance of local representation
Former Longford-Westmeath TD Joe Flaherty officially received a nomination from Fianna Fáil to stand in this month's election.
Jan 3, 2025 16:24
SIPO release investigation report into allegations involving local TD
Reports came to light in August 2022 the Longford-Westmeath TD did not properly declare his full business interests, as per Dáil rules.
Dec 10, 2024 16:50
Counting adjourned across Shannonside region
Three TD's elected in Shannonside Region
Dec 1, 2024 01:42
Fine Gael's Peter Burke first elected in Longford-Westmeath
The count has now been adjourned until 9am tomorrow morning.
Nov 30, 2024 22:37
Troy says he's appreciative of support he has received during campaign
According to tallies, Troy has received 13.2% of first preference votes in Longford-Westmeath.
Nov 30, 2024 19:08
Local Independent candidate wants trade school established for IPA's workers
Independent Paul Bradley believes such an institution could see International Protection Applicants with in demand trades trained to enter the workforce.
Nov 24, 2024 11:37Shannonside Newsletter
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