News - Senator Micheál Carrigy
Fine Gael candidate looks on bright side following defacement of election posters
Two pairs of sunglasses were added to one of Senator Micheál Carrigy's posters in Longford over the weekend.
Nov 11, 2024 13:48
Local Senator says Clár funding will significantly improve Longford facilities
The investment will support the development of sports and outdoor facilities such as playgrounds, astro-turf pitches, running tracks and spectator stands.
Oct 7, 2024 14:06
Local Senator calls for TV licence model to be reformed
Micheál Carrigy says that prosecution of those who don't pay the licence is the last thing the Government want.
Jul 24, 2024 13:15
Local senator says he wants TV license fee to stay
A plan for the future funding of RTE will be known after a Cabinet meeting next week.
Jul 19, 2024 13:41
Longford senator calls for more funding to be provided to local media
It was confirmed by RTÉ Director General, Kevin Bakhurst that the national broadcaster received €20m in Government funding to make up a shortfall in TV licence revenue.
Jul 3, 2024 18:03
Local senator welcomes addition of new Gardaí in Longford town
Senator Carrigy added that it's important to keep increasing the numbers going to the Garda college in Templemore:
Jul 1, 2024 17:10
Local senator believes the RTÉ board's position is untenable
The Grant Thornton report, published this afternoon, found the RTE board was not kept appropriately informed about the project as it was being developed.
Jan 25, 2024 17:17
Project to build new 43 bed unit at St Joseph's in Longford gone to tender
The redevelopment of facilities at St Josephs campus has been long awaited
Jul 13, 2023 16:48
HSE confirms x-ray service in Longford will be repaired by the end of this year
The poor condition of the x-ray equipment at the St Josephs campus clinic in Longford has been highlighted in recent months
Jul 13, 2023 12:52
Longford senator criticises RTE governance at Oireachtas Committee
Speaking at today's committee, the Ballinalee postmaster says the controversy has affected people's trust in the national broadcaster.
Jun 28, 2023 17:05
N4 Mullingar to Longford route in danger due to lack of funding
Work to improve the route between the two county towns has been delayed now for several years
Feb 16, 2023 17:40
Longford Senator calls for quiet sections in parades next month
Last year, the St Patrick's Day Parade in Longford Town had a section with no music or sirens so that families with kids, particularly with Autism, would be able to watch in a comfortable and safe area.
Feb 3, 2023 13:39
Longford Senator calls for permanent site for Gaelscoil Longfoirt
Gaelscoil Longfhoirt has occupied a two-storey prefab building since opening.
Nov 13, 2021 09:37
Minister says Government will continue to invest in Athlone Custume Barracks
The Minister said Athlone Custume Barracks has very strong advocates.
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