Third Level

Local reaction to report on Third Level Fees and Funding

Local politicians and Third Level Institutes have reacted to the publication of the Review into how the Higher Education Authority funds Higher Education Institutions which could have serious financial implications for students. The Report found that current funding arrangements for Third Level are not sufficient and it calls for the articulation and implementation of a …

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Where is the best Foodie Destination in Roscommon?

Could somewhere in Roscommon be one of Ireland’s top “Foodie Destinations”? That is the question being posed by The Restaurants Association of Ireland. Foodie Destinations (formerly known as Foodie Towns) celebrates Ireland’s unique and wonderful food offerings and encourages local food tourism initiatives across the country. The ‘Foodie Destinations 2016’ competition will see towns, villages, …

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Roscommon Hospital waiting lists figures increase again

Over 2,400 people are waiting on a first appointments at Roscommon Hospital and 1,500 people are waiting for Inpatient/Day Procedures at the Hospital according to the latest monthly figures from the National Treatment Purchase fund. A breakdown of the Inpatient/Day figures for Roscommon Hospital shows that: – 1,330 People are waiting on “Plastic Surgery” procedures, …

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Major fundraiser in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and Roscommon Palliative Care Services

A major fund-raising night in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and Roscommon Palliative Care Services will be held at Jack’s Live Venue, Castle Street, Roscommon on Friday October 14th. The Rockin’ Rossies and special guests will perform and the night will be completed by a 80s’ and 90s’ Disco with Seamus Duke. A launch night …

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Eugene Murphy TD repeats call to re-open Tarmonbarry Garda Station

Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon-Galway Eugene Murphy has again called on the Minister for Justice to ensure that Tarmonbarry Garda Station is included in the review, which will examine the reopening of Garda Stations in certain areas. Deputy Murphy has received clarification from Sean Canney TD, Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure …

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