Garda dog on its way to Donegal
Gardaí in Donegal will be allocated a special dog unit before the end of the year. Confirmation of the decision was announced at last week’s meeting of the Donegal Joint Policing Committee. It’s understood that only one dog will be heading to Donegal for the time being. But speaking to…
Driving test waiting times in Donegal “need to be addressed”
A Donegal Councillor is calling for driving test waiting times to be addressed. The current waiting time stands at four months with many being left frustrated at the length. With driving tests centres currently operating five days a week, Independent Councillor Michael McClafferty says an increase of the service to…
Update on N56 access restriction not expected for months
Three Donegal TDs met with members of Donegal County Council this morning to discuss the National Policy which restricts access on the N56. Councillor Michael McClafferty, the Cathaoirleach of Glenties Municipal District, says young people are emigrating from west Donegal because they can’t obtain permission to build close to home.…
Donegal Councillor calls for Falcarragh Patrol car to be replaced
Serious concern has been raised over a potential ripple effect in Donegal as a result of west Donegal losing a Garda patrol car. It emerged this week that the patrol car in Falcarragh has reached end of life with no current plans to replace it. Local Independent Cllr…