Calleary calls on Govt to rule out any watering down of youth guarantee

Fri, Nov 15, 2013

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs Dara Calleary has warned the Government against any attempt to water down the youth guarantee, saying it will have grave consequences for the economy. Deputy Calleary has called on the Government to immediately rule out any extension of the four month waiting period for guaranteed access to a job, training, or further education. “This pledge was very clear: No young job seeker will be waiting for more than four months for a meaningful job or training opportunity. There can be no deviating from this promise,” said Deputy Calleary.

He went on to say, “We are losing a generation to youth unemployment and emigration. Nearly one in every three people under the age of 25 who are ready and able for work cannot get a job. Many more are underemployed, while thousands of our school and college leavers have been forced to emigrate for a job. Now more than ever, we need to give our young people an iron-clad pledge that they do have a future here in Ireland and they will not be waiting for it. We know from bitter experience that the longer someone is on the Live Register the harder it is for them to get back to the workplace. The youth guarantee is one step towards minimising that lost time in a young job seeker’s life. Any attempt to extend the four month waiting period – or more than double it to nine months – must be ruled out immediately.”

Tractor run raises €3,000 for charity

Fri, Nov 15, 2013

The village of Castleconnor was plunged into mourning on May 23 this year following the sudden death of popular local man Des Flynn.

Man sent forward for trial for murder of his sons

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

Sanjeev Chada (43), Ballinkillen, Bagenalstown, Co Carlow, appeared before Castlebar District Court on Wednesday where he was sent forward for trial to the Central Criminal Court.

Conference on water issues in Mayo

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

As part of Mayo Science Week, Clean Water 2040 is a half-day conference addressing the key issue of future-proofing our water resources. Sandra Postel, a Freshwater Fellow of the National Geographic Society, will come to Mayo to offer a global perspective on this important topic. Ms Postel will be part of an influential panel of speakers addressing the key issues to determine whether Ireland is equipped to provide a clean, secure, water supply in 2040, exploring local best practice in rural areas, examining the evolving policy and institutional context, and reflecting on global case studies.

Man charged with sixty two counts of rape

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

A man has been sent forward for trial to the Central Criminal Court charged with 62 charges of rape of a female on various dates from August 31 2005 to May 2 2012.

Claremorris area councillors welcome progress on estate takeovers

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

The news that Mayo County Council has the process started for the takeover of 43 estates and roads in the Claremorris electoral area was described as a “major step forward” by one councillor at the November meeting of the Claremorris Electoral Area.

Mayo Sinn Féin to hold Selection Convention this week

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

The Mayo Sinn Féin selection convention for next year’s local elections will take place this Sunday, November 10, in the Welcome Inn Hotel, Castlebar, starting at 3pm. Kerry Sinn Féin councillor Toiréasa Ferris will officiate.

Speaking after last Saturday’s Ard Chomhairle meeting, where 217 Sinn Féin candidates across the country were ratified, Councillor Rose Conway-Walsh said: “All of the Sinn Féin candidates for the county will be selected on the day. It is our intention to run candidates in all four electoral areas. The number of candidates has yet to be decided. All members are invited to attend and each member will have a vote provided they are in the party for longer than three months.”

Mayo heroes honoured at National Bravery Awards

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

Five Mayo heroes were presented with national bravery awards at a ceremony in Farmleigh House on Friday November 1.

Work going on to get Shrule enhancement scheme back up running

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

Fine Gael councillor Michael Burke said this week that “good news was coming, it’s very close” in relation to the halted village enhancement works in Shrule. The issue of the works which have stalled for the best part of the year was raised at the Claremorris Electoral Area by Fianna Fáil councillor Damien Ryan this week. Cllr Ryan said that while he knew that progress had been made, it has been a long ongoing saga for the past year almost, and “the village has been left in a deplorable state.” He continued, “the hold up is no longer acceptable for the people.”

Fine for man asleep on footpath at lunch time

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

A Ballyhaunis man was convicted and fined in his absence after he was found guilty at Ballyhaunis District Court of being intoxicated in a public place.

Hospice suite for Ballina District Hospital is imminent — Mulherin

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

Mayo Fine Gael TD Michelle Mulherin has welcomed the announcement that the public tender process for the provision of a two-bed Hospice suite, and the upgrading of the female ward facilities, at Ballina District Hospital has completed with the final legal details being worked out for the appointment of a contractor imminent

Payroll training course

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

GPA Solutions is delivering its FETAC Level 5 manual and computerised payroll award in Castlebar to provide learners with good basic knowledge of manual payroll and the practical knowledge of the working of payroll software.

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