Midlands 103

Search

Listen Live

On Air Now

6:30am - 9:00am

Breakfast with Peter Dunne

Foo Fighters

Learn To Fly

Golfgate Trial Resumes With Dara Calleary Giving Evidence

Thursday, 3 February 2022 14:27

Clifden Station House Hotel

Westmeath's Donie Cassidy is among four men accused of organising the infamous event .

The Golfgate trial resumed in Galway today with Dara Calleary due to give evidence before the prosecution rests its case.

In August 2020, the Fianna Fáil TD resigned as Minister for Agriculture for attending an Oireachtas Golf Society event, which is alleged to have breached lockdown laws.

Independent TD Noel Grealish, former Fianna Fáil Senator, Westmeath's Donie Cassidy and two hoteliers are accused of organising an event at the Clifden Station House Hotel on August 19th 2020, which is alleged to have been in breach of a Covid-19 regulation.

On that date, the country was in a Level 3 lockdown, which limited indoor gatherings to 50 people.

When this trial began last month, the judge heard 81 people, split across two rooms, attended a dinner marking the 50th anniversary of the Oireachtas Golf Society.

In due course, the court will have to decide whether that constitutes a single gathering or two separate gatherings.

Dara Calleary is due to give evidence today.

The Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo attended the event and announced his resignation as Minister for Agriculture two days later.

More from Midlands News

42 Projects Showcased At EU Just Transition Fund Showcase

Ireland has received over €121m in funding so far.
Meath Case Detected As Bird Flu Spread Continues

A turkey flock in Meath has been isolated after the detection.
Archaeological Finds Uncovered In Westmeath

Discoveries included clay tobacco pipes and pottery.
Laois Councillor Calls For Rightsizing Housing Policy

Caroline Dwane Stanley says its needed for some older homeowners.
Stronger E-Scooter Laws Needed - Carol Nolan

Deputy Nolan feels they're becoming more of a danger in Midlands towns.
Offaly Blogger Shares Cost Saving Christmas Gift Tips

Offaly's Caz Mooney runs irishbudgeting.com and shares her top advice.
Midlands Hospital Apologises Over Westmeath Woman's Cervical Cancer Diagnosis

The case was heard in the High Court today.
National Housing Order For Poultry Confirmed

The Department of Agriculture say it comes into effect on Monday.
Offaly Cathaoirleach Calls Out Sinn Fein Councillor Over Livestreaming Campaign

John Leahy says a motion on the matter has already been passed.
Gardai Arrest Man Over Hijacked Car In Midlands

He's being held in relation to an incident in Roscrea and another vehicle theft in Cork.
IFA Calls For Poultry Housing Order As Bird Flu Cases Rise

More than 40 cases of H5N1 have been reported in 2025.
Man And Woman Arrested After Public Order Incident In Offaly

Reports indicate a man was seen shouting at people in Edenderry yesterday afternoon.
Meals On Wheels Returns To Laois Town After Two Year Gap

Funding has been secured for its short term future.
Midlands Pride Festival Kicks Off Today

Heartlands Pride 2025 will take place from the 7th - 9th of November.
Gardai Praise Safety Organisation For Hard Work

Muintir na Tire were awarded for 40 years of community safety work in Laois.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For Compromise On Housing Development

A planned 125 residential units and childcare facility for Kinnegad is on appeal to An Comisiun Pleanala.
Offaly Councillor Proposes Livestreamed Local Authority Meetings

Sinn Fein Councillor for Offaly Aoife Masterson says it's to ensure accountability to the public.
Revenue Seize Over €570k In Contraband

The detections were made as a result of risk profiling and intelligence led operations.
Westmeath Volunteers Recognised At Water Safety Awards

Westmeath Water Safety had eight winners on the night.
Westmeath Hospital Among Top Earners Of Public Health Funds

The Charter Medical Private Hospital in Mullingar was one of the highest earners.

Download Our App

Never miss a moment from Midlands 103