News - Minister Jack Chambers
Taoiseach joins growing Fianna Fáil support for Jim Gavin as President
Micheál Martin confirmed yesterday he's backing the former Dublin football manager.
Aug 31, 2025 07:51
LISTEN: Local councillor warns Occupied Territories Bill could have serious economic consequences
The Occupied Territories Bill is a proposed law that would ban trade between Ireland and Israel's illegal settlements in the West Bank.
Aug 16, 2025 12:38
LISTEN: Minister Jack Chambers 'fully supports' upgrade of N4
The minister met representatives in Longford to discuss a range of issues and projects, including a potential housing development in the county and the upgrade of the N4.
Aug 8, 2025 18:04
Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers in Co. Longford this afternoon
The Fianna Fáil Deputy Leader is visiting the county today.
Aug 8, 2025 13:33
Local election candidate 'disappointed' with Minister's stance over N61
Roscommon County Council was recently informed of Eamon Ryan's decision but has vowed to continue its campaign to see works carried out.
Oct 14, 2024 17:04
Government announces biggest budget in the history of the State
The Government has delivered the biggest budget in the history of the State including €8.3 billion in extra spending and tax cuts.
Oct 1, 2024 14:52
Green Party calls for inclusion of flood relief funds in Budget spending
It's welcoming a focus on housing after Minister Jack Chambers signalled a 3 billion euro boost to infrastructure spending.
Sep 15, 2024 08:38
Local councillors react to Finance Minister's VAT rate comments
Minister Jack Chambers effectively ruled out a reduction in the percentage paid by the hospitality sector during a recent visit to Longford.
Sep 11, 2024 11:43
Minister says there are no plans to reduce VAT rate
The hospitality sector are asking government to reduce the rate from 13.5% to 9%.
Sep 9, 2024 13:37
Minister for Finance visiting Longford this morning
It comes ahead of the Budget on October 1st - the last one before the general election.
Sep 9, 2024 09:35
Junior Transport Minister commits to ensuring Carrick bypass progresses
The project is currently at design stage and a 5.8km route has been selected, going from the Dublin Road to the Boyle Road.
Mar 28, 2024 16:28
Local reps meet Minister over post office closure
Oireachtas members, local councillors and other stakeholders raised their concerns at the meeting in the Hodson Bay Hotel.
Feb 12, 2024 13:32
Minister of State says cashless NCT 'not agreed & not happening'
Minister of state Jack Chambers has hit out at NCT Ireland for their recent announcement that their centres are going cashless.
Aug 28, 2023 07:09Shannonside Newsletter
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