News - St Christopher's Services
Two men arrested following Longford town break ins
St Christopher's Services was one of the buildings targeted overnight.
May 29, 2025 13:35
Fundraiser for St Christopher’s draws strong support in Longford
Organiser Ann O'Leary says a pop-up shop at Harney's Jewellers at Grafton Court has proved popular with locals.
Apr 19, 2025 08:50
Longford mother says non-verbal son faces anxious wait for services
Ben will be soon be leaving school but a place in St Christopher's services has yet to be confirmed.
Apr 16, 2025 13:48
Staff at St. Christopher's in Longford to vote on new pay proposals
The Fórsa trade union, which represents staff, says it will strongly recommend that these proposals are accepted by members.
Dec 16, 2024 13:38
Over 130 staff at St. Christopher's in Longford begin industrial action today
The centre on the Battery Road in Longford Town provides a community-based service for people with intellectual difficulties.
Nov 18, 2024 13:35
Threat of strike action remains at local intellectual disabilities service
Around two thirds of staff voted against a WRC recommendation last week regarding concerns around incremental payments.
Jun 20, 2024 17:15
Forsa members at a Longford disability centre formally announce industrial action
The action will take the form of a Work to Rule protest and will take place on Tuesday the 28th of May, where staff will do no more than the minimum required by the rules of their contract
May 7, 2024 15:42
Staff vote in favour of industrial action at Longford disability service
Staff were balloted over the last week, with 134 out of 136 staff voting in favour of the action.
Apr 29, 2024 16:27
Senator calls for immediate financial support for Longford disability service
According to figures, deficits could reach over €2 million by the end of the year.
Mar 25, 2024 07:46
Local community and voluntary care groups get €2 million in funding
The funding is aimed at helping the groups meet increases in costs and services over the past year
Feb 20, 2023 13:33
Longford disability service receives high marks from HIQA
HIQA carried out an unannounced inspection at the house
Jan 16, 2023 07:48
Taoiseach to visit Longford today
The Taoiseach will attend a number of engagements.
Dec 2, 2022 07:16
Abbott Longford marathon won't go ahead in traditional manner
The annual race has attracted hundreds of people each year to the county town in Longford and it brought a significant economic boost to the hospitality sector at the end of the summer season
Aug 17, 2021 17:28Shannonside Newsletter
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