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Tuesday, 28 January 2025 14:33

The party announced it's new front bench today.

Longford Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke has lost her position as Sinn Féin's spokesperson on Education.

The role has been taken by Darren O'Rourke, as the opposition party announced it's front bench today.

Galway Roscommon representative, Claire Kerrane will be moving from Agriculture over to Children, Disability and Equality.

Senior party members Pearse Doherty, Eoin O'Broin and David Cullinane have been retained in the Finance, Housing and Health portfolios respectively.

Party leader Mary Lou McDonald insisted she's appointed an impressive team:

Budget 27 Live Updates: Finance Minister Confirms €1.3bn Income Tax Package

The 2027 Budget is being delivered at 1pm today.
We Recognise That People Need Support With Energy Prices - Junior Finance Minister

The Budget will be announced at 1pm this afternoon.
Driver Caught Speeding At 153km/h On N4 In Westmeath

The motorist was caught speeding on Sunday morning.
Legal Aid Dispute Delays Trial Of Two Mayo Footballers

A Laois man is also involved in the case.
Budget Day 2027: What's In Store

One proposal that has been put forward is to expand the Rent a Room Scheme.
Laois TD Wants New Money For Counselling Services

Brian Stanley is asking the government to increase support for family resource centres.
Kinahan Makes "Life-Saving" Intervention In Laois Prison

An Iranian national is recovering after suffering a heart attack in Portlaoise Prison.
Laois Women’s Quilt And Antarctic Adventures To Take Centre Stage At Midlands Science Festival

Dr Niamh Shaw will be discussing her trip to Antarctica in 2023.

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