News - Marian Harkin
Cuts to English language funding hit local ETB hard, Dáil told
The government previously introduced English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) funding to support Ukrainian refugees who arrived after Russia's invasion.
Apr 27, 2026 13:42
Local TD urging politicians to back Sinn Féin no-confidence motion
The main opposition party says they haven't done enough to ease the fuel crisis after days of protests.
Apr 14, 2026 08:15
Local junior minister says fuel protests have 'no purpose' at this stage
It's after the government announced petrol and diesel would drop by an extra 10 cents a litre.
Apr 13, 2026 18:04
New funding scheme launched to support local community centres
Community centres across the Shannonside region are being encouraged to apply for a new government investment of 25 million euro for upgrade and refurbishment works.
Mar 26, 2026 17:52
Local TD reveals government plans to boost investment in apprenticeships
Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin said that the current funding for apprenticeships has more than doubled since Budget 2020.
Feb 2, 2026 09:39
Local minister revealed to be highest-earning TD in the region
Around €23.5 million in public money is paid to sitting Dáil politicians every year.
Jan 18, 2026 10:35
Local Education and Training Boards Set for €2m Funding Boost
It comes as Ministers James Larkin and Marian Harkin announced €39 million in Green Devolved Capital funding today.
Dec 12, 2025 17:20
Local Minister of State says she'll nominate Maria Steen for Áras bid
Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin says she'll sign a nomination paper for Steen but will give her support to Heather Humphreys.
Sep 23, 2025 09:22
Local TD says row over new North-West surgical hub has become 'Sligo VS Donegal issue'
The issue has been described as a 'grubby deal' by Donegal TD Pearse Doherty, as a definitive decision is yet to be announced by Health Minister Jennifer Caroll MacNeill.
Jul 4, 2025 17:51
Local Minister highlights concerns on use of cluster bombs in first Seanad address
Minister Harkin was responding on behalf of the Government to a Senator who raised the issue.
Mar 20, 2025 11:35
LISTEN: Junior Minister wants new Carrick school built within five years
The national school’s pupil numbers have almost doubled in the past 10 years, with around 500 enrolled now.
Feb 28, 2025 17:12
LISTEN: Junior Minister Marian Harkin says new school for Carrick one of her top priorities
Scoil Mhuire national school’s pupil number have almost doubled in the past 10 years, with around 500 enrolled now.
Feb 28, 2025 14:08
Local TD says consultation is crucial over possibility of IPAS centre in Leitrim
Local residents are concerned that the proposal could hurt tourism and the local economy.
Feb 24, 2025 13:37
LISTEN: Local TD 'thrilled' to take on new role as Minister of State
The Sligo-Leitrim politician and former MEP remains keen on balancing the ministerial office with her work in the constituency.
Feb 23, 2025 15:05Shannonside Newsletter
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