News - Peter Burke
Peter Burke announced as new European Affairs Minister
The re-shuffle is now complete
Dec 21, 2022 16:23
Local authorities prepared for cold snap according to local Minister
The sub-zero temperatures are also expected to put more pressure on the country's electricity grid.
Dec 8, 2022 16:57
Local TD and Junior Minister hospitalised after falling ill in Seanad
He took ill while speaking to Senators at around 4pm on Wednesday afternoon.
Nov 17, 2022 07:49
Local TD says Croi Conaithe scheme for rural properties is significant
The scheme was only applicable for vacant properties in towns and villages when it was first announced during the summer
Nov 16, 2022 17:38
Families will not be penalised for burning turf according to local Minister
Minister Burke claims that the majority of domestic turf burners source the fuel through local connections or word of mouth
Nov 2, 2022 13:19
Local Minister insists Budget 2023 will support people through winter
Fine Gael Representative Peter Burke and Sinn Féin spokesperson Pearse Doherty spoke on the Joe Finnegan Show earlier
Sep 28, 2022 13:38
Wind turbine guidelines still under discussion - Local TD
The issue has been raised locally.
Jul 27, 2022 17:47
Major upgrade of drainage water systems in Athlone announced
Construction is due to begin by the end of the year and be completed by September 2025.
Jul 27, 2022 13:25
Local Junior Minister feels new turf rules are a good compromise for everyone
The new rules are understood to be made legally binding on October 31st.
Jul 15, 2022 13:22
Planning Minister to officially open local social housing developments today
The three projects will provide dozens of houses to people on the Council's housing list.
Jun 27, 2022 13:52
Local Fine Gael TD defends governments housing record
Peter Burke says he can understand the frustration about the housing situation in this country but adds that President Michael D Higgins comments are not based on evidence
Jun 15, 2022 17:48
Local TD suggests NMH controversy is undermining women's confidence in healthcare
The hospital finally got the green light from the cabinet this week after weeks of controversy.
May 20, 2022 14:21
Fibre broadband network launched for Longford town centre
The launch marks a €4 million investment.
May 17, 2022 13:29
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