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Enterprise Minister says VAT reduction for Hospitality Sector still planned for Budget 2026

However, it's being reported today that the coalition is now considering not implementing the measure until the middle of next year to reduce the immediate cost.

Jul 24, 2025 13:34

Planning granted for accessibility improvements in Castlerea

Roscommon County Planners granted planning permission with 15 conditions attached.

Jul 24, 2025 11:52

Attic House proposed for new Family Resource Centre in Longford

It comes as the Longford Family Resource Centre steering committee launched its Needs Assessment Report yesterday.

Jul 24, 2025 08:23

Ballaghaderreen resident says racism 'worst it's been' in past 24 years

Saj Hussain is a community activist in Ballaghaderreen, where he also runs a barber shop.

Jul 24, 2025 07:41

HSE say no decision to remove Mullingar Hospital clinics from Longford

The clinic acts on a GP referral basis and for follow-up appointments for patients who've been treated in Mullingar.

Jul 23, 2025 17:28

Needs Assessment Report launched in Longford Town

The presentation stressed the impact these centres can have on local families, who have described the support as a 'lighthouse on stormy waters.'

Jul 23, 2025 17:24

Senior inspector with the EPA urging those on group water schemes to test water supply

It follows an Environmental Protection Agency report which found that there have been a number of breaches in E. Coli standards in private schemes.

Jul 23, 2025 15:13

Taskforce could be established next month to tackle anti-social behaviour in Ballinasloe

The taskforce involving local stakeholders was due to be set up in February but has been delayed.

Jul 23, 2025 13:46

Pre-tax profits at maker of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin decline by 25% last year

Pre-tax profits declined by 25% last year to €2.8m whilst revenues declined by 6% from €18.37m to €17.27m in the 12 months to the end of last September.

Jul 23, 2025 12:47

Minister says National Development plan 'major opportunity' for the region

A record €275.4 billion investment in capital projects and infrastructure has been secured from 2026 to 2035.

Jul 23, 2025 12:42

Planning sought for significant expansion of Athlone primary school

It would also see the construction of a new school office, nine special education tuition rooms, one home school liaison, staff facilities and all ancillary accommodation.

Jul 23, 2025 11:58