Danny Healy-Rae has been commenting on the ongoing issues in the Midlands
Danny Healy Rae says the only green the staff at Bord na Móna will see is the door of the dole office.
Speaking in the Dáil, the Independent TD says rural Ireland is being shut down by the government.
Last month the company announced it was reopening a voluntary redundancy scheme for its workers.
Deputy Healy Rae says all the focus of this current government is on Dublin:
Taoiseach Rejects ‘Loaded’ Question On Border Poll During His Political Career
US President Donald Trump referenced Irish reunification on a number of occasions.
Westmeath Regional Sports Complex Gets €7.5m Funding Boost
The Mullingar Regional Sports Complex will deliver a long-campaigned for swimming pool.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For End To Smoking And Vaping Promotions
Tom Farrell made the call during a monthly meeting.
Major €33.2m Investment Announced For The Midlands
120 different projects are being supported across the country.
€215k Yellow River Wind Farm Fund To Support 20 Community Projects
Communities will benefit across Offaly, Meath and Westmeath.
Gardai Issue Official Routes Ahead Of National Ploughing Championships
A major policing operation with road closures will be in place over the next three days.
Laois/Offaly Speech And Language Therapy Services ‘Beyond Crisis Point’ - Carol Nolan
SLT positions have remained vacant in the region for over three years.
Defence Forces To Hold Training Exercise In The Midlands
The training exercise will take place from today until Wednesday.
