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UK Government to announce widely criticised plans for legacy issues
The plan has been sharply criticised by the the Irish Government, the five main political parties in the North and victims groups
Jul 14, 2021 09:25
Leitrim councillor features in RTE report on expense claims
A number of councillors from across the country were featured in the report
Jul 14, 2021 08:38
Almost 250 people in Shannonside region close PUP payments this week
The payment was put in place at the beginning of the pandemic to support those who lost their jobs when businesses had to close their doors
Jul 14, 2021 07:28
589 new cases of Covid-19 reported nationwide
According to Ronan Glynn, the Delta variant of the virus now accounts for 75% of new cases.
Jul 13, 2021 18:06
Independent TD criticised for comparing vaccination programme to Nazi Germany
The Deputy said the restrictions on indoor dining and the vaccination programme were comparable to 1930s Germany.
Jul 13, 2021 18:05
Rural one-off housing still a Government priority, according to Local Minister
Peter Burke says he wants to erase the idea that rural housing is somehow being phased out.
Jul 13, 2021 17:41
IFA says up to 10 years is needed to allow peat extraction
A protest was held outside the Convention Centre in Dublin today to highlight the threat to thousands of jobs.
Jul 13, 2021 17:23
Deputy CMO worried over Delta spread in Roscommon
Roscommon currently has the 8th highest level of virus transmission in the country.
Jul 13, 2021 13:53
Increased numbers at Leitrim Animal Welfare Centre following easing of restrictions
The centre is full of animals that need homes at the moment and can be seen on the centre's Facebook page.
Jul 13, 2021 13:39
Leitrim Council wants Local Link to explain changes
Local residents, service users and politicians, claim the rigidity of the new system will see many long standing customers unable to access the service.
Jul 13, 2021 13:22
Roscommon Lotto winner has claimed their prize
The winner, who isn't being named, says they're still a bit shocked by last month's win.
Jul 13, 2021 11:21
Proposed bill for assisted suicide to be considered again today
The Dying With Dignity Bill would allow people with a terminal diagnosis the choice to end their lives
Jul 13, 2021 09:44
ICCL says new legislation on indoor dining is "health-based discrimination"
Fine tuning on the way indoor dining is going to work is continuing today
Jul 13, 2021 08:48
Lunney trial hears blood found in trailer on accused's land
The trial has been underway for several weeks now
Jul 13, 2021 08:18Shannonside Newsletter
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