News - Longford-Westmeath

Major funding secured for MRI scanner at Mullingar Hospital

The new allocation for the MRI scanner at Mullingar Regional Hospital will allow the unit to begin operation.

Sep 29, 2023 12:59

Ripples from electoral changes being felt by local politicians

Speaking on the Joe Finnegan Show today, Longford Councillor Gerry Warnock revealed he is considering running in the next General Election.

Sep 1, 2023 14:03

Westmeath TD wants better tax reliefs in next budget

The Longford/Westmeath Junior Minister says there's more scope now to be able to help people

May 22, 2023 13:13

Local TD welcomes statutory inquiry into Defence Force allegations

The report had been commissioned following a documentary first shown in late 2021

Mar 28, 2023 18:17

Local family carers call for long-term solutions to financial pressures

Family Carers Ireland is the national charity supporting the 500,000+ family carers across the country.

Feb 23, 2023 11:04

Local Minister stresses importance of progress on Northern Ireland protocol

There's widespread hope that some real progress will be announced on the Northern Ireland protocol in the coming days

Feb 21, 2023 13:55

Local Minister to visit Italy and Holy See for St. Patrick's Day

In all, 36 representatives of the State will bring Ireland’s message to 74 cities in 44 countries.

Feb 15, 2023 11:02

Longford out of hours GP service will continue while new operator selected confirms local TD

Longford-Westmeath Deputy, Joe Flaherty, says that he has received assurances that the Longford service will continue to operate and a review is in progress to appoint a new provider.

Jan 16, 2023 17:38

Local TD welcomes challenge following appointment to new Junior Ministry

Minister Burke will be working closely with other EU Ministers.

Dec 22, 2022 14:02

Local TD believes Russian Government sanction list an "attempt to spread misinformation"

Deputy Joe Flaherty previously described Ukraine in the Dáil as the 'victim of a barbaric act and a barbaric dictator who has brought wanton and untold carnage on that country'.

Nov 18, 2022 17:35