Minister Harris ‘hopeful’ of receiving North West Technological University application soon
The Minister for Further and Higher Education is ‘hopeful’ of receiving an application to establish a Technological University in the north west soon. Independent Sligo/Leitrim TD, Marian Harkin sought an update on developments with the Connacht/Ulster Alliance in the Dail today with Minister Simon Harris. If an application is received,…
Tánaiste says Sligo homes with defective blocks should be included in national scheme
The Tánaiste, Leo Varadkar says he can see no reason why houses in Sligo impacted by Pyrite and Mica should not be included in a national scheme aimed at covering the remedial costs. The situation regarding what is now believed to be a substantial number of houses in rural Sligo…
Calls for Carer’s Leave Allowance extension
A local TD is asking the government to consider an extension of the Carer’s Leave Allowance. Sligo/Leitrim Independent Deputy, Marian harkin, made the comments in the Dail on Thursday. She said it should be extended for those who cannot return to work due to ongoing care needs during the pandemic.…
Clarity sought over Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme
A number of local TD’s are seeking clarity over details in the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme. Deputies were debating a resolution to the scheme in the Dail recently with many calling for an extension beyond March 31st. Sligo/Leitrim TD, Marc MacSharry believes clarity is needed for those working from home…
Marian Harkin reiterates need for Vaccine Minister
Sligo/Leitrim Independent TD, Marian Harkin, has again raised the possibility of appointing someone to oversee the rollout of the vaccination programme. She raised the issue in the Dail where she said there is a lack of transparency and detailed planning of the rollout. Government opposition has been pressuring them to…
Difficulties for north west businesses to avail of Covid supports
Sligo/Leitrim and Donegal deputies have highlighted the plight facing many businesses in the north west that are unable to avail of the Covid Restrictions Support Scheme. Among them are wholesalers, who are taking back unsold stock from other businesses such as pubs, as well as businesses that do not operate…
Calls for Brexit funds to be spent in regions worst affected be departure
Sligo/Leitrim TD and former MEP Marian Harkin is calling for monies from the EU Brexit fund to be spent in regions worst affected by Britain’s departure from the EU. The Independent deputy has told the Dail that the intent of the EU Commision is that the fund should help regions,…