Local TD Denis Naughten has again raised the need for support for Bord na Mona staff and new job opportunities for the midland Counties in Dáil Eireann. Denis Naughten pointed out that the public service obligation finishes for Lough Ree Power on the 9th of December and for West Offaly on the 31st of December next. He also …
Monksland sewerage investment will support local jobs – Naughten
Local TD Denis Naughten has welcomed the investment of €2m to upgrade the wastewater treatment facilities in Monksland pointing out that this will “help support existing and new businesses in the Monksland area in providing additional local jobs” “The treatment plant in Monksland is the biggest and most important wastewater treatment plant in County Roscommon. It supports major employers in …
€1/2m investment in Roscommon Town park starts
Work starts on €1/2m investment in Roscommon Town park (Loughnaneane Park) to address the flooding on the footpaths, light up the castle, install a bandstand and open up access to one of the towers. Why not explore some more of the parks around County Roscommon at
Discussions on new site for St. Teresa’s Special School in Ballinasloe – Naughten
Local TD, Denis Naughten has confirmed that negotiations on the purchase of a site for St. Teresa’s Special School, Ballinasloe have fallen through but that the Department of Education is now engaging with another landowner on the purchase of a site. “We had received positive news last May that negotiations had commenced with a landowner on the purchase of a site …
Planning sought for new cell block at Roscommon Garda Station – Naughten
Local TD Denis Naughten has confirmed that planning permission is being sought for the development of new modern cells at the garda station in Roscommon Town. “The current cells do not meet modern standards and can pose unacceptable risks to both Gardai and those in custody in the garda station,” stated Denis Naughten. “As part of the redevelopment the …
Naughten welcomes recommencement of electricity generation at Lanesboro
ESB considering new planning application for Shannonbridge Station Local TD Denis Naughten has welcomed the announcement that the ESB is to start powering back up Lough Ree Power station in Lanesboro over the coming week. “This announcement which is based on the current conditions on the River Shannon will come as a relief to the 400 families in the …
Naughten seeks support for farmers in Shannon Callows
Local TD Denis Naughten has called on the Minister for Agriculture to provide assistance to farmers who have lost after-grass and fodder as a result of the summer flooding of the Shannon Callows. “Some farmers have been forced to house stock early due to the loss of after-grass which, coming on top of the depressed beef prices, is placing serious …
Plan to invest in Athlone lab secures its future – Naughten
Plans by the Department of Agriculture to invest in the Athlone Veterinary Laboratory over the coming decade secure the future of this vital facility in the midlands, says local TD Denis Naughten. “In the past, there has been a question mark hanging over the future of this important laboratory but the commitment to enhance the facilities in Athlone and to …
€82k for local sensory gardens – Naughten
Local TD Denis Naughten has welcomed the allocation of €82,302 for the development of three sensory gardens in Roscommon/Galway. Lawrencetown Community Development has secured €13,943, Kilronan Community Playschool has secured €23,800 and Keadue Sportsfield has received €44,559 in funding for sensory gardens from Minister Michael Ring. These sensory gardens are designed to stimulate the senses and can be of particular benefit …
Naughten seeks prompt decision from EPA on Lanesboro licence
Local TD, Denis Naughten has sought a prompt decision from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the single submission to the “proposed determination” on revised licence for the operation of Lough Ree Power Station in Lanesboro, County Longford. Mr. Naughten said that he “has written to the EPA on behalf of the 400 families in the vicinity of Lough Ree …