By Dan Walsh Speaking in Seanad Éireann today Senator Cathal Byrne raised the issue of mental health in the presence of Waterford Deputy Mary Butler, Minister of State at the Department of Health. Senator Byrne requested to highlight a motion that was recently passed by the members of Wexford County Council, which called on theContinue reading “Call for 10-bed mental health unit”
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No plans to impose water charges; Minister James Browne
By Dan WalshMinister James Browne stated that the Government cannot impose water charges without further legislation, in response to questions from two Wexford deputies during today’s (Tuesday) debate on the Water Services (Repeal of Water Charges) Bill 2025 in Dáil Éireann. Deputy Johnny Mythen of Sinn Féin stated that recent reports suggest the Government isContinue reading “No plans to impose water charges; Minister James Browne”
Dáil vote of confidence favours Verona Murphy
By Dan Walsh Dáil Éireann has voted confidence in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy. The motion was passed by 96 votes to 71, with two abstentions. It was the first time in the history of the Dáil that such a vote took place in a Ceann Comhairle. Afterwards, Deputy Murphy said she wanted “to assure allContinue reading “Dáil vote of confidence favours Verona Murphy”
Verona Murphy plans to continue
By Dan Walsh Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy has addressed the opposition leaders in Dáil Éireann after they announced their intention to challenge her with a ‘no confidence’ vote. The Ceann Comhairle of the Dáil has rejected the allegations about her speaking rights role as unfounded, stating she plans to continue in her position. Tonight, VeronaContinue reading “Verona Murphy plans to continue”
Enniscorthy Flood Relief remains a ‘political football’?
By Dan Walsh The Enniscorthy Flood Relief scheme was raised in Seanad Éireann yesterday (Wednesday) by Senator Cathal Byrne who brought the matter before Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran, Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform. Senator Byrne gave some background to the situation.“I thank the Minister of StateContinue reading “Enniscorthy Flood Relief remains a ‘political football’?”
14 community centres share funding of €912,884
By Dan Walsh Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary, has announced funding of €26.1 million under the 2024 Community Centre Investment Fund, which will deliver enhancement, and refurbishment works on 369 community centres nationwide. 14 centres in Co. Wexford are sharing €912,884 in funding and the distribution is as follows;Continue reading “14 community centres share funding of €912,884”
€50,000 for Gorey & Courtown community service
By Dan Walsh Meals on Wheels Gorey & Courtown has been awarded €50,000 from the Community Recognition Fund 2024 to purchase a brand-new electric van for its service! This funding is a testament to the compassion and inclusivity of the Gorey and Courtown/Riverchapel communities. It highlights the positive impact of embracing and supporting new neighboursContinue reading “€50,000 for Gorey & Courtown community service”
Senator Cathal Byrne elected FG Party Secretary
By Dan Walsh “It is a great honour and privilege to be unanimously elected by my fellow Senators, TDs and MEPs to be Secretary of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party this evening”, Senator Cathal Byrne has announced. “My first meeting with our new officers is tomorrow (Thursday) morning and I look forward to tacklingContinue reading “Senator Cathal Byrne elected FG Party Secretary”
€23.4m for Wexford roads 2025 programme
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has been allocated funding of €23,437,550 for the improvement and maintenance of local and regional roads across Co. Wexford for 2025, almost two months into the year. The breakdown includes €11,080,500 for restoration improvement, with €1,515,500 for restoration maintenance and €1,326,000 for supplementary restoration maintenance. €3,043,500 will be providedContinue reading “€23.4m for Wexford roads 2025 programme”
To Leinster House on Women’s Day!
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting The first female Ceann Comhairle and Wexford Independent TD Verona Murphy is to issue an invite this week to the female county councillors to save the date – Thursday, March 6th. “As Ceann Comhairle, I am delighted to invite the female councillors of County Wexford to LeinsterContinue reading “To Leinster House on Women’s Day!”
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