Cost of living crisis will lead to “tough decisions” in the months ahead
Tough decisions will have to be made by people in the coming months due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. That’s according to People Before Profit Councillor Gino O’Boyle, who is warning that people are facing further price hikes on electricity, gas and mortgages. Some providers have increased electricity prices while…
Repairs to be carried out at Forthill basketball court
Repair works are to be carried out on the basketball court in Forthill after a lot of equipment was damaged following bad weather. The boards in the court are set to be replaced, however, there is no funding available to re-line the court. The outdoor facilities in Forthill get a…
Sligo Councillor calls for ban on super trawlers on Irish waters
A Sligo Councillor is calling super trawlers to be banned from fishing on Irish waters. FV Margiris, which has been banned from Australian waters can land up to 250 tonnes of fish a day. The trawler, which has been dubbed ‘Death Star of the Ocean’ is currently off the Cork…
Sligo Councillor calls for compensation for all Mother and Baby Home survivors
A Sligo Councillor believes every survivor of Mother and Baby homes should be entitled to some sort of compensation. It’s after new figures show 24,000 people aren’t eligible for any compensation. It’s because they spent less than six months in these homes when they were children. It has led to…
Sligo Councillor in favour of eviction ban
There’s been a mixed reaction today to a ban being placed on evictions. The Tánaiste says a ban on evictions will give the government ‘breathing space’ to put more social housing in place. Cabinet is expected to freeze evictions until the end of March, after the Attorney General gave plans…
Local Councillor “fears the worst” for businesses this winter
A Sligo-Strandhill councillor is fearing the worst for a number of businesses this winter due to rising energy costs. Speaking at a Cost-of-Living Coalition protest in Sligo, Councillor Gino O’Boyle says local businesses are struggling to cope with the rising costs. https://filedn.com/lglCaxamfnlV2gaMY6rU7tH/News%20Clips%202022/Gino%20Protest%20Long.mp3
Sligo Councilor says the governments reaction to crisis is unacceptable
Cost of living protests are getting underway in towns and cities across the country this afternoon. Demonstrators are accusing the Government of not doing enough to ease the pressure on households. Fuel costs and rent are two of the major complaints, with consumers also noticing a rise in food prices.…