News - Claire Kerrane
120 vulnerable people in Roscommon languishing on respite waiting lists
Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane told the Dáil respite is vital to give loved ones and carers a break.
Jul 15, 2026 10:52
Government to consider buying Boyle building for childcare facility, as purpose-built property becomes available
The government has agreed to buy eight buildings around the country for state-led childcare centres this year.
Jun 24, 2026 13:23
'The right decision' - local TD welcomes refusal for Roscommon IPAS centre
There were proposals to house up to 17 asylum-seekers in Academy House in Goff Street.
Jun 5, 2026 13:11
Local TD calls for resolution in ambulance dispute
Unions representing more than two thousand ambulance workers, paramedics and EMTs are meeting with HSE officials in the Labour Court again today, after renewed negotiations began on Monday.
May 21, 2026 13:04
Thousands of ambulance staff to strike over pay
Last week, approximately 2,000 SIPTU members in the National Ambulance Service voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action.
May 11, 2026 08:20
Over 1,000 children across Roscommon-Galway wait a year for psychology services
That's according to Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane who raised the issue with the Taoiseach in the Dáil this week.
Mar 27, 2026 13:41
Fresh hopes Boyle will get state childcare centre
Children's Minister Norma Foley says her department will buy properties to house state-led childcare facilities this year, but the building of such will start in 2027.
Feb 26, 2026 13:46
Ballaghaderreen TD hits out at justice department for not funding new childcare centre
The one-million-euro facility is being built in The Shambles, across the road from St Nathy's College.
Feb 21, 2026 10:56
Construction work to start in March on Ballaghaderreen park
A proposal for a new children's play area and skate park at the Plots Town Park will be going to construction next month.
Feb 9, 2026 07:19
Full advanced paramedic roster secured for Roscommon
The addition means the roster will be completed for the first time in three years.
Feb 4, 2026 12:59
Dáil hears of need for 24/7 rapid-response vehicle in Roscommon
Currently, it is not available to the public on Mondays from 8pm to 8am because the overtime which used to keep it in function is no longer being paid.
Jan 23, 2026 07:37
Ballinasloe needs funding for family resource centre, Oireachtas committee told
Claire Kerrane was speaking at the Oireachtas committee on children and equality.
Jan 22, 2026 13:41
Local minister revealed to be highest-earning TD in the region
Around €23.5 million in public money is paid to sitting Dáil politicians every year.
Jan 18, 2026 10:35
Government's approach to Mercosur under fire locally
Jan 12, 2026 13:10Shannonside Newsletter
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