The party are running a one-candidate strategy in the constituency after Kerrane was selected unopposed.

Ballinagare Community Centre have applied to Roscommon County Council for a single storey extension of the existing centre along with a multi use games area sports surface.

The announcement was made this morning by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys.

Former Independent Councillor Gerry Warnock says it would relieve pressure on the national health system.

Work on the project was paused over 2 years ago, with fears the design process and works would not materialise.

A 'thank you' event for Sisters Mae, Margaret and Olive is taking place this evening, with Mass in Ballinfad Church at 7 o'clock and refreshments afterwards in the Mayfly Inn, Ballinafad.