Irish government to review legislation on directly elected mayors by year-end following concerns from Limerick's mayor
The Irish government has announced plans to conduct a review of the legislation governing directly elected mayors, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin stating that the evaluation will be completed by the end of the year. The announcement comes in the wake of concerns raised by John Moran, the Mayor of Limerick, regarding the operational dynamics of his office in light of reported tensions with local councillors and officials. Moran's call for clarity underscores the challenges posed by the significant shift in local governance that the directly elected mayor system has introduced. This move towards a directly elected mayor was designed to... [Continue Reading]
Dublin primary school expresses disappointment over exclusion from DEIS Plus scheme for disadvantaged communities
A primary school in west Dublin is grappling with profound disappointment after its exclusion from the newly established DEIS Plus scheme, aimed at providing enhanced support to schools serving disadvantaged communities. St. Patrick’s Senior School, located in Corduff, Blanchardstown, expressed "absolute devastation" over this decision, a sentiment echoed by the principal, Mary O’Riordan. Mary O’Riordan, who has dedicated 26 years to the school, shared insights into the community's struggles. She highlighted significant levels of deprivation, addiction, poverty, and crime in the area, remarking, “Some of the best people I know are from Corduff." However, she pointed out that while many... [Continue Reading]
