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Concerted effort to close Lanesborough GP practice by stealth, Seanad told

Senator Joe Flaherty told the Seanad the current system isn't working.

Jul 15, 2026 13:37

Drumlish woman Máire Lillis passed away suddenly on Monday and her funeral was held on Wednesday.

Jul 11, 2026 12:11

But she can't get a grant to adapt her house for a downstairs bedroom or bathroom.

Jun 28, 2026 10:29

He contested the 2020 general election, picking up 4,760 first preference votes.

Jun 24, 2026 17:11

Under Jennie's Law, those convicted of domestic violence against a partner or former partner would be named.

Jun 19, 2026 12:53

Senator Anne Rabbitte said there's a need for at least 280 refuge spaces across the country by the end of this year.

May 14, 2026 08:16

They are the only counties in Ireland that don't have a track for local athletes to train on.

Apr 25, 2026 12:53

Fine Gael Senator Gareth Scahill made the revelation during a debate on Infrastructure with Minister Jack Chambers.

Mar 7, 2026 13:46

Many are said to be in need of upkeep while others are pointing in the opposite direction to the actual location.

Mar 4, 2026 13:19

The Labour Party is seeking to extend paid leave for education staff who've been injured in the classroom.

Feb 20, 2026 08:52

Senator Paraic Brady says sometimes teenagers drive tractors and loaded trailers that weigh up to 35 tonnes.

Feb 19, 2026 08:24

Castlerea senator Gareth Scahill says the county urgently needs an apprenticeship training centre.

Feb 14, 2026 09:28

Fine Gael senator Paraic Brady raised the incidents in the Upper House yesterday.

Feb 12, 2026 07:41

Earlier this week, the Government voted against Labour’s National Minimum Wage (Inclusion of Young Persons, Apprentices and Interns) Bill.

Dec 19, 2025 17:27

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