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Jessie

Wednesday, 18 December 2019 08:10

The Green Party leader has been discussing the wind-down of peat harvesting.

The Green Party leader says a new climate change taskforce needs to engage with local communities to future proof jobs.

The Just Transition Commission is focussed on developing the midlands region following the ESB's move away from fossil fuel generated power.

The Commission is due to be considered by the Oireachtas today.

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan says there needs to be engagement with workers before any changes are made:

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The President, The Taoiseach, and the Tanaiste were in attendance yesterday.
Westmeath GAA Star Raises Concerns Over Future Of Irish Farming

John Heslin is the Head of Sales at The Agricultural Trust.
Westmeath Market House Redevelopment Could Begin Construction By December

Evaluation of tenders for the Castlepollard Market House project is nearing completion.
Ireland's EU Commissioner Welcomes US Tariff Lift On Irish Whiskey

US President Donald Trump announced plans to scrap the current 10% tariff on Irish whiskey.
Offaly’s First All-Ireland Winning Hurling Manager Andy Gallagher Dies Aged 89

The Tullamore man led the Faithful to Liam McCarthy Cup success in 1981.
Cistercian College Continues Ploughing Championships Tradition

Female students are enrolling at the school for the first time in its 120 year history.
EU Proposes Tighter Social Media Rules For Under-15s

The EU Kids Act would restrict Under 15s from opening a social media account with consent.
Water Conservation Order To Be Lifted Early Across 13 Counties

Laois and Offaly are two of the 13 counties included.

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