By Dan Walsh Wexford businesses need to be ready for further import checks from April 1st with the introduction of new documentary import controls on certain categories of EU goods such as all products of animal origin, including all meat, dairy, fish and composite products incorporating products of animal origin, as well as regulated plantsContinue reading “Wexford business face more Brexit”
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NUJ fight to protect local news
By Dan Walsh The Irish Secretary of the National Union of Journalists and Chair of the Irish South East branch have called on Iconic Newspapers to match its call for Irish government support with a change in its own attitude towards trade union recognition. Recently, editors of the company’s 24 regional titles published a letterContinue reading “NUJ fight to protect local news”
Condemnation of violent Dublin protests
By Dan Walsh Wexford’s Senator Malcolm Byrne has praised the Gardai for their handling of the violent protests organised by extremist groups in Dublin at the weekend and urged tougher action against “anti-lockdown, anti-vaccine conspiracy merchants.” Senator Byrne, who faced a small anti-vaccine protest outside his office in December, told WexfordLocal.com; “What happened in DublinContinue reading “Condemnation of violent Dublin protests”
Call to make Rosslare a Tier One port
By Dan Walsh The Government Report ‘Covid-19 Resilience and Recovery 2021; The Path Ahead’, published by the Government earlier this week came before Seanad Éireann today (Friday) with the Minister for Transport, Eamonn Ryan TD, presenting an address and gauging reaction from the members. Wexford’s Senator Malcolm Byrne asked for a commitment that Rosslare EuroportContinue reading “Call to make Rosslare a Tier One port”
Wexford urged to take water conservation pledge
By Dan Walsh Chambers Ireland and Irish Water are calling on Wexford businesses to get involved in Irish Water’s Water Stewardship Programme, which includes taking the Water Conservation Pledge, carrying out free Online Water Conservation Training and finally enrolling to become a Certified Water Steward. Yvonne Harris, Irish Water Head of Customer Operations, said: “SafeguardingContinue reading “Wexford urged to take water conservation pledge”
A site for Wexford University Campus?
By Dan Walsh Speaking in Seanad Éireann on Tuesday, Senator Malcolm Byrne participated in a discussion on the future of the technological sector and highlighted the broad ambition for a university for the South East. Minister for Future and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Deputy Simon Harris, spoke about prioritised capital investment, but accordingContinue reading “A site for Wexford University Campus?”
Gorey farewell to District Manager
By Dan Walsh Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council bade farewell to its popular District Manager of 17 months, Michael Drea, who moved to a new position with the housing department of Wexford County Council today (Monday). “We are losing our area administrator Michael Drea who is going to higher office in the housing section in WexfordContinue reading “Gorey farewell to District Manager”
Garda appeal following Camolin burglary
Gardaí in Gorey are appealing for witnesses in relation to an aggravated burglary that happened around 8.30pm on Sunday at a residence in Camolin. Three masked men entered the house and demanded money. One of these men produced a knife during the incident. A small quantity of cash and belongings were taken from the scene.Continue reading “Garda appeal following Camolin burglary”
Dog patrols and licence checks
Wexford County Council wardens will be carrying out a series of dog patrols and licence checks throughout the Spring and Summer 2021. Wardens will be concentrating on un-licensed and un-chipped dogs, dogs not under proper control, dogs not muzzled and dogs fouling in public places. Dog fouling is a serious health hazard for young children,Continue reading “Dog patrols and licence checks”
Rescue missions on the Cahore coast
By Dan Walsh It was a busy Sunday afternoon for Courtown/Arklow Coast Guard Unit who responded to two incidents in the Cahore area. At 3.50pm the unit went to the assistance of a speedboat with three occupants that was in danger of running aground, the boat did come ashore but was recovered with the assistanceContinue reading “Rescue missions on the Cahore coast”
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