News - Deputy Micheál Carrigy
Illness suffered by one local person raised on floor of the Dáil
Longford-Westmeath TD Micheál Carrigy raised the issue - saying Ireland has one of the highest rates of sarcoidosis.
Jul 2, 2026 08:20
Next steps taken in development of Longford family resource centre
Longford's FRC will be based at The Attic House on the Ballinalee Road, which the Minister visited last year.
Jun 30, 2026 13:04
Hopes Longford can hit its tourism potential
A number of amenities have received funding in recent years.
Jun 11, 2026 13:14
Taoiseach acknowledges lack of public transport frequency in Longford
Local TD Micheál Carrigy raised the matter in the Dáil.
May 27, 2026 17:34
Local TD welcomes news that GP service in Lanesboro will be maintained
It follows news last month that a new doctor was appointed to start work in Lanesboro in May.
May 21, 2026 13:04
Local Fine Gael TD critical of Justice Minister's fuel blockade stance
There are ongoing disputes over who should have been consulted before Minister Jim O'Callaghan's unexpected announcement last Thursday.
Apr 14, 2026 13:07
Local businesses not responsible for fuel spikes- Carrigy
Mar 6, 2026 17:08
Dáil hears Longford 'deserves first class healthcare facilities'
Longford-Westmeath TD Michael Carrigy raised the issue, telling the Tánaiste Simon Harris that proposed centres in Ballymahon, Edgeworthstown and Granard have seen little progress.
Mar 6, 2026 08:34
Dáil hears of impact of Longford health vacancy
The Dáil has heard a vital health job in Longford has been vacant for a year - badly impacting kids.
Jan 21, 2026 17:07
Cabinet signs off on new €75 million funding package for An Post
A local TD and postmaster says it's crucial to sustain the network.
Jan 13, 2026 16:57
Local TD backs government's Mercosur stance
Farmers are warning against the move, saying it will bring low quality beef into the country.
Jan 8, 2026 13:07
Further calls for minor injury unit to be developed in Longford town
Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has committed to visited the proposed site this year.
Jan 6, 2026 13:38
Local TD wants to see Longford schools included in DEIS Plus Programme
The DEIS plus programme is set to provide additional support to a small number of schools with the highest levels of disadvantage.
Dec 1, 2025 17:30
Local TD confident of N4 upgrade
The NDP has a total investment of €275.4 billion over the 2026-2035 period.
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