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Roscommon allocated €380,000 for the revitalisation of towns and villages

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There has been mixed reaction to the news that Roscommon County Council has been allocated €380,000 towards the revitalisation of eight towns and villages. The scheme, which was formally launched by the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Heather Humphreys this morning aims to improve the living and working environment in rural

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“Services for people with Disabilities should be prioritised” – Michael Fitzmaurice TD

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“Services for people with severe physical and learning disabilities, who are some of the most vulnerable in our society, should be prioritised and it is not happening.” That’s the view of Roscommon Galway Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice was commenting in the wake of news that over 3,500 people with disabilities under the age of 18

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Roscommon Hospital waiting list figures show little change

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Over 2,400 people are waiting on a first appointments at Roscommon Hospital and over 1,600 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: – almost 60% of the patients are waiting

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Michael Fitzmaurice reminds Gardai of benefits of local intelligence

Current Affairs, News

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has welcomed the news that Gardai have broken up a crime gang that were behind hundreds of robberies in rural Ireland. The Independent TD added “It is also significant that Gardai identified a farming insider, who was supplying information such as access codes to gates and locks and locations of keys etc.,

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Opening of Jazz Pharmaceuticals facility welcomed by local politicians

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Local politicians have welcomed yesterday’s official opening of a new €50 million Jazz Pharmaceuticals manufacturing and development facility in Monksland. Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global pharmaceutical company with its headquarters in Dublin and they expect to employ up to 50 people in Monksland within three years. Speaking at the event the Minister for Communications, Climate

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“Innovative approach can reduce road fatalities” says Michael Fitzmaurice

Current Affairs, News

Michael Fitzmaurice TD says that an Innovative approach can help reduce the number of fatalities on our roads while also aiding young people with insurance costs. The Independent TD said “I am once again making a proposal, that I have made a number of times at the Transport Committee in the Dáil, that would not

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Local families suffering due to HSE inefficiencies says Michael Fitzmaurice

Current Affairs, Health, News

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has criticised the HSE and associated Minister following two recent incidents which are causing distress to people in the Roscommon and East Galway area. In a statement released today the Independent TD said “I want to raise the serious matter of the case of a constituent of mine who has spent 14

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Michael Fitzmaurice re-iterates calls for funding of Rehab Unit

Current Affairs, Health, News

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has re-iterated his call for funding to be allocated to the Rehab Unit at Roscommon Hospital as soon as possible. The Independent TD commented “It is my information that the €7.8 million earmarked for this project may not be made available until 2020 and that situation is totally unacceptable. Anything can happen

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Michael Fitzmaurice calls for practical action on flooding issues

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called for practical action to be taken now to avoid another winter of flooding throughout the region. Picture Credit: Irish Defence Forces The call comes following the recent publication of the River Shannon Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management report and meetings regarding on-going flooding issues in Roscommon. Incidentally, the comments

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Michael Fitzmaurice – Review of services at Residential Care Centres needed

Current Affairs, Health, News

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called for the current de-congregation policy at Residential Care Centres caring for people with intellectual and learning disabilities to be stopped until a detailed review of services available in the community is carried out. The Independent TD said “At the moment a policy of de-congregation of residents who are in Care

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Michael Fitzmaurice calls on OPW to reconsider local Flood Relief work

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called on the Minister responsible for the OPW and Flood Relief, Sean Canney to change the current Flood Relief Cost Benefit Analysis formula to encompass works in recently flooded areas. Picture Credit: Irish Defence Forces “I am calling on Minister Canney today to change the terms of reference on how a

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Michael Fitzmaurice: “Housing Plan is welcome but more need to be done”

Current Affairs, News

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has cautiously welcomed yesterday’s announcement of the Government’s housing and homelessness plan entitled ‘Rebuilding Ireland’ saying “while there are some good elements in the plan far more will have to be done before it can be effective.” The Independent Deputy said “The whole process of building houses, especially at Local Authority level

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Michael Fitzmaurice – Flooding Solutions for Roscommon must be found

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called on the Minister for the OPW and Flood Relief, Sean Canney, to help prevent potential flooding in South Roscommon. Picture Credit: Defence Forces Press Office The Independent TD said “It has come to my attention that the levels on the River Shannon in the Clonown and Athlone areas are 9

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Third Level

Local reaction to report on Third Level Fees and Funding

Education, News

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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