Calls for CIS schemes to be funded properly
Questions have been asked about the rollout of Construction Industry Schemes across county Sligo. Up to €3m is available on application for the schemes in Sligo County Council, yet only €380,000 has been allocated for work to be carried out. This has led to frustration in Sligo, particularly in rural…
170 Ukrainian refugees in Leitrim to find new accommodation by end of the month
The confirmation that a number of Ukrainian refugees will be forced to leave their accommodation in Drumshanbo has been brought before the floor of the Dáil. In recent days it was confirmed that 170 Ukrainian refugees who have been staying at the Lough Allen Hotel has been told to move…
Sligo man found dead in Bulgaria
A man, believed to be from Sligo, has been found dead in Bulgaria. His body was discovered at a property on Tuesday. It’s understood that the man was in his 30s and from Sligo town. An investigation into his death is ongoing. The Department of Foreign Affairs is providing consular…
European election candidates to address Killybegs public meeting
A number of candidates contesting June’s European elections in the Midlands North West will gather for a public meeting in Killybegs tomorrow evening. Ten of the candidates will attend the meeting at the Tara Hotel, which will be focused on fishing issues. The candidates will be asked to…
Hopes that 9% hospitality VAT rate will be restored in Budget 2025
It looks as though the Government will restore the 9% VAT rate for the hospitality sector. Although it has not been confirmed officially, Minister for Finance Michael McGrath has said that reducing the rate will be considered in Budget 2025. Up to 600 restaurants around the country have closed their…
Flooding causes raw sewerage to run through Manorhamilton
Flash flooding has led to excess water and raw sewerage running through the streets of Manorhamilton. It is said that the town’s water infrastructure is outdated, and has resulted in strengthening the effects of the flood. A number of businesses have been affected from yesterday’s storm, with the…
Upgrade to Sligo University Hospital Renal Dialysis Unit imminent
It’s been confirmed that infrastructure works are due to take place in the coming weeks to develop a new four bay unit at the rental dialysis unit at Sligo University Hospital. Currently, there are 63 availing of the unit, which has previously been described as one of the oldest…