By Dan Walsh Sinn Féin TD Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin a, former primary school teacher of many years, has said the Government must go beyond minor adjustments to the School Meals Programme and introduce meaningful reforms that improve food quality, reduce waste and support local food producers. Deputy Ó Súilleabháin said; “Sinn Féin has long supportedContinue reading “Call for better quality school meals”
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48 new social homes allocated in New Ross
By Dan Walsh Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD has officially opened 48 new social homes in Plás Fhearann Hiúéid, Hewitsland, New Ross, delivered by Clúid, Ireland’s leading Approved Housing Body (AHB). Minister Browne said: “It is a pleasure to be in New Ross today to officially open these 48 new socialContinue reading “48 new social homes allocated in New Ross”
Cllr Sheehan joins Independent Ireland
By Dan Walsh A former Fianna Fáil Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council has joined the Independent Ireland Party, increasing the fledgling party’s nationwide local government representation to 26 councillors. Michael Sheehan served as a Fianna Fáil Councillor for New Ross from 1999 to 2024, before leaving the party prior to the 2024 General Election. TheContinue reading “Cllr Sheehan joins Independent Ireland”
Wexford Chamber pre-Budget 2027 submission
By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has launched its pre-Budget 2027 Submission, calling on the Government to prioritise strategic investment, strengthen business competitiveness, and build the foundations for Wexford’s future economy. The submission, developed following extensive engagement with Chamber members, stakeholders, and public representatives, sets out a clear roadmap to unlock County Wexford’s economic potentialContinue reading “Wexford Chamber pre-Budget 2027 submission”
Cllr John Fleming elected in New Ross
By Dan Walsh at The Tholsol, New Ross Fianna Fail’s Cllr John Fleming from Palace West, Clonroche, this afternoon became Cathaoirleach of New Ross Municipal District for the third time at the annual meeting in The Tholsol, New Ross. Proposed by Cllr Pat Barden and seconded by Cllr Bridín Murphy, Cllr Fleming assumed the ChairContinue reading “Cllr John Fleming elected in New Ross”
Cllr Mary Farrell is new Cathaoirleach
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge Annual Meeting in Gorey “I am deeply honoured and sincerely grateful to accept the position of Cathaoirleach of Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council and I would like to thank my fellow councillors for placing their trust and confidence in me,” the words of Cllr Mary Farrell who was elected unopposedContinue reading “Cllr Mary Farrell is new Cathaoirleach”
Wexford Council secures €70m for new homes delivery
By Dan Walsh The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, today announced funding for key infrastructure projects under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF) Call 1. Five major infrastructure projects across Wexford are to receive funding under the HIIF. The purpose of the HIIF is to support direct investment in infrastructure required to unlock the development ofContinue reading “Wexford Council secures €70m for new homes delivery”
Mary Lou McDonald visits Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh at Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy On Monday night Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald addressed a packed crowd in the Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy on the theme ‘The Cost of Living’. Accompanied by local TDs Johnny Mythen and Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin, she set out Sinn Féin’s measures to make life affordableContinue reading “Mary Lou McDonald visits Enniscorthy”
Council says ‘No’ to Kilmichael Windfarm
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge meeting at Gorey Civic Offices Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council has voted 9-1 calling on Regnum Renewables to withdraw their proposal for Kilmichael Windfarm due to the overwhelming opposition to the project by the residents in the townlands of Mount Nebo, Craan Upper, Slievebawn, Monaseed Demense and Kilmichael Gorey.Continue reading “Council says ‘No’ to Kilmichael Windfarm”
Kilmichael Windfarm project faces Council scrutiny
By Dan Walsh Tuesday’s monthly meeting of Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District will consider a motion on the agenda submitted by Cllr Joe Sullivan. It reads as follows; “This Council of the Gorey / Kilmuckridge Municipal District calls on Regnum Renewables to withdraw their proposal for “Kilmichael Windfarm” in the townlands of Mount Nebo, Craan Upper,Continue reading “Kilmichael Windfarm project faces Council scrutiny”
