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Proposal to close long-term learner loophole
It’s reported that government is considering a clamp down on learner drivers who repeatedly renew their permits. The Department of Transport is suggesting learners should only be allowed four consecutive permits if they don't pass their driving test. If they fail, they'd have to start the process again by re-sitting the theory test - according
Funding allocated for north west community centres
Significant funding has been announced to enhance and refurbish community centres in the north west. Today’s announcement is part of the Community Centres Investment Fund to enhance and refurbish centres across Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal. Over €930,000 been allocated to centres in Sligo. Among those is Tubbercurry Family Resource Centre which has received €100,000 to
Government urged to get deal for undocumented Irish in US
There are calls on politicians travelling to the US for St. Patrick’s Day to meet with the undocumented Irish. It’s thought that there are tens of thousands of Irish people, many from Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal currently living in America. The Programme for Government here includes a provision to "seek solutions for undocumented Irish citizens
Sligo Councillor urges care to be taken when introducing new water charges
Households across the North West could be about to face charges for excessive use of water. The cost is expected to be imposed on households later this year - eight years after legislation was passed to allow for such a move. The Irish Independent are reporting this morning that the introduction the
