Rates increase proposal faces opposition from Cllrs
Rates increase proposal faces opposition from CllrsThe proposal of a three percent rates increase in Westmeath is proving contentious at this morning's Westmeath County Council statutory budget meeting with elected representatives pitted against council officials who are arguing that the increase is necessary. A thirty minute adjournment has been called to allow members come up with ways of negating the €392,751 impact that will result if the rate increase sought by the executive is not approved. County CEO Barry Kehoe, setting out the current and projected budgetary position, told members that in preparing the budget, the management team wanted to lay the groundwork for the council’s term right through to 2029. To that end, he said, it was vital that the council adopt a medium-term approach, so that the development of Westmeath and, thereby, the quality of life locally can be maintained and improved to the maximum extent possible. Mr Kehoe said the council's draft budget anticipated expenditure in Westmeath this year of a total of €117.6 million, an increase of around €9.5 million on the 2024 figure, which was of €108.1 million.
Source:Irish Independent
November 25, 2024 17:21 UTC
Washington County officials fire election administrator
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Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 17:15 UTC
Deep divisions on display at plastic pollution treaty talks
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Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 16:29 UTC
Meet the candidates: Aoife Masterson, Sinn Féin
Meet the candidates: Aoife Masterson, Sinn FéinHere is our Q & A with Aoife Masterson from Tullamore, who was one of three Sinn Féin candidates to be elected to Offaly County Council at the recent local elections. Why should people have confidence in Sinn Féin to solve the housing crisis when the party has never been in power before in the Dáil? Sinn Féin will not shy away from the action that needs to be taken, and we are committed to building 300,000 houses over the next five years. What other party or parties would Sinn Féin be prepared to form a coalition Government with? Sinn Féin wants to form the next Government without either Fianna Fail or Fine Gael, but we will exclude nobody.
Source:Irish Independent
November 25, 2024 15:56 UTC
Notre Dame inspired Americans' love and help after fire
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Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 15:29 UTC
Council refuses permission for appartments
A planning application for nine apartments in the county has been refused by Roscommon County Council. In September the council received an application for permission to change the use of an existing derelict pub building on Saint Patrick's Street, Castlerea, into nine apartments. The application also sought permission to alter the elevations of the building, the construction of an extension along with alterations to the existing roof. On November 21st, council planners refused permission on four grounds, including that the proposal would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. It was also not satisfied that the proposed development would not result in increased or “otherwise undue potential for overlooking of nearby properties”.
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 14:30 UTC
20-year term sought for husband in French mass rape trial
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Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 14:23 UTC
Medical scientists to ballot for industrial action over HSE suppression of posts
Eva OsborneMedical scientists will ballot members for industrial action in the coming weeks due to the HSE’s suppression of posts vacant on December 31st, 2023, and failure to replace posts vacant since then. A motion on a ballot was passed unanimously at the 2024 Medical Laboratory Scientists Association (MLSA) AGM. Many medical scientist posts were vacant on December 31st, 2023, due to the longstanding recruitment and retention crisis in the profession, and the situation has worsened since then with further posts becoming vacant, the MLSA said. MLSA general secretary Terry Casey said: “The demands on laboratory services continue to grow, and medical scientists continue to try to keep services going at great personal cost. In a letter to the HSE, the MLSA stated the following reasons for balloting members on industrial action:
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 14:18 UTC
Anglo-Chinese School Students Crowned as the Grand Winner of the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2024 Competition
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Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 14:16 UTC
Pickleball star represents Ireland again after 50 years
Andrew played badminton for Ireland during the 1970s, competing in tournaments such as the 1975 European Junior Badminton Championships in Copenhagen. Two of her teammates back then were in Southampton to compete for Ireland in pickleball, fellow Lisburn native George Stephens and Belfast's Heather Jackson. “In 1975 the three of us played in the European juniors in Denmark when we were 17,” said Andrews. “Here we are 50 years later so we’re quite proud of the fact that we’re still alive and playing sport at a decent level. “We had to go through that in the juniors as well!”Find out more information about the European Pickleball Championships by visiting www.europeanpickleballfederation.org
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 13:56 UTC
Crucial constituencies: Cork North-Central profile – Candidates and issues
Tomas DohertyAn expanded constituency with an extra seat up for grabs means the three larger parties will be trying to get two TDs from Cork North-Central. The constituencyCork North-Central has expanded since the last election to include two large towns – Ballincollig and Mallow. Households in Cork North-Central are less likely to own their houses outright – 31 per cent compared with 36 per cent nationally. The candidatesThe four incumbent candidates in Cork North-Central seem likely to retain their seats. The three big parties, along with Labour and Independent Ireland, will be trying to make a gain here.
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 13:33 UTC
Simon Harris says ‘all to play for’ in election despite Fine Gael polling slide
And I’m humbly asking people to lend me and lend Fine Gael their number one vote, because we have a plan. The last coalition saw Fine Gael and Fianna Fail form a historic coalition, with the Green Party serving as a junior partner. “We would have always felt that the three parties, Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and Sinn Fein, were in about the 20s. “I’ve led with three parties, with the Green Party, Fine Gael and ourselves, and that was complex, challenging, but we did it. “I have met zero per cent of people with any confidence in Fine Gael or Fianna Fail sorting the housing crisis.
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 12:53 UTC
MPs to vote on assisted dying as row over ministerial criticism deepens
It comes after Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood criticised the legislation and made clear she would vote against it in a strongly worded letter to constituents which emerged over the weekend. In a letter last month, Cabinet Secretary Simon Case said the Government would remain neutral and suggested ministers avoid taking part in public debate on the issue. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has declined to say which way he will vote, arguing that he does not want to put pressure on other MPs. Others including Home Secretary Yvette Cooper have been less explicit but indicated their support for the measures in the Bill. Meanwhile Ms Mahmood, Mr Streeting and Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds have said they will reject the legislation.
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 12:11 UTC
Metanium nappy rash ointment selling on eBay for hundreds
Sincerely, all parents — Johanna Harrison-Oram (@jharrisonoram) November 21, 2024Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment has been a staple for mums and dads for years, and many say it is the only thing that soothes serious nappy rash. The suppliers said in a statement: "Thornton & Ross has taken the decision to discontinue Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment. Recommended reading:They added: "We understand Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment was a valued product and we assure you that this decision was not taken lightly. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience the discontinuation of Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment may cause." It’s a game changer for those grappling with nappy rash.
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 11:49 UTC
Local Gardaí delighted to meet up with Little Blue Hero Jamie Webb
Roscommon Gardaí were delighted to meet up with Little Blue Hero Jamie Webb last week. Jamie, who is from Loughglynn, met Sgt Deirdre Coleman, Community Policing, at Castlerea Train Station. Last year, Jamie was nominated for a special achievement award at the Roscommon-Longford Garda Youth Awards, acknowledging his bravery and resilence as he had overcome many health challenges. Little Blue Heroes Foundation, established in 2017, is a not-for-profit registered charity voluntarily led by Garda members, retired Garda members and civic minded people from local communities. Little Blue Heroes Foundation’s vision is to support families of children with serious illnesses in Ireland while empowering the lives of children through positive community engagement.
Source:The Herald
November 25, 2024 11:10 UTC