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Welcome changes to CE and TUS rules during Covid
I have today welcomed the announcement of changes to support CE and TUS schemes during Covid. The changes were announced by Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys. ‘The main measures are the extension of contracts [...]
Funding for Galway County Council to help support housing improvements for Older People and People with Disabilities
I welcome the allocation of €2,336,383 to Galway County Council for the provision of grant support for Housing Adaptation Grants. “The scheme of supports include Housing Aid for Older People including roofing, windows & doors [...]
Government needs to revisit establishing a State Community Bank
The Government needs to revisit establishing a State bank for SMEs. Ulster Bank are now exiting the Irish market leaving less competition for the consumer. Ulster Bank has about a 15 per cent share of [...]
UN Soldiers are now to be vaccinated prior to travelling on UN Peace Keeping Mission
I have been informed that all UN Peace Keeping soldiers will now be vaccinated prior to their departure for duties. “I have been contacted by families of soldiers volunteering for UN Peace Keeping duties expressing [...]
Audiology Testing Centre progressing for Tuam
I received confirmation from the HSE that a local audiology service including a specialist audiology testing facility is being designed are inclusion within the Primary Care Centre Tuam. “Currently these Audiology services are available in [...]
Diagnostic services to be available in Tuam from March
I have been informed by the HSE that an interim ultrasound service will commence in Tuam Primary Care Centre on the 8th March. “In relation to the availability of x-ray facilities, the HSE have confirmed [...]