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Friday, 22 March 2024 at 15:30

Staff at the mine have been out of work since last June.

Workers in Tara Mines have been left in a state of uncertainty about whether or not their place of work will reopen, according to Sinn Féin.

Staff at the Meath site were temporarily laid off in June of last year after the zinc mine was placed under care and maintenance.

600 people were directly employed at the site, with an additional two thousand people indirectly employed.

Meath West TD Johnny Guirke says we need to ensure the workers are respected:

Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In

My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.
Laois Literary And Music Festival Kicking Off Today

The Leaves Festival of Writing and Music runs across Laois until Saturday.
Westmeath Councillor Questions Location For Possible Fleadh Cheoil Plaque

Councillor Denis Leonard feels Market Square is a more suitable location for the plaque.
Niall Horan Fans Urged To Plan Ahead Of Dublin Gigs

The Mullingar musicians Dublin gigs face major traffic disruption.

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