The issue of pine martens has caused controversy since the mammals numbers have increased in recent years

The matter was discussed at a meeting of Carrick-on-Shannon MD this week.

Councillor Barry brought a motion forward this week.

Councillor Armstrong Maguire brought the issue before the May meeting of Leitrim County Council.

The works are under active travel plans.

There have been concerns over the service for some months now

The Sligo-Leitrim TD has quit Fianna Fail, alleging the Taoiseach used a complaint about him for national political gain.

Housing continues to be a cause for concern in Leitrim, as well as in the more urban areas around the country