A leading hydrologist and ‘turlough expert’ has indicated that there is a case for compensating farmers whose lands become designated flood plains in a bid to tackle the ongoing flooding issues in the country. Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Trinity College Dublin, Paul Johnston believes that while flood defence barriers like walls and […]
Fianna Fáil launches new Bill to help tackle River Shannon flooding
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on OPW and Flood Relief Eugene Murphy TD has launched a Bill to help address flooding issues along the River Shannon. Deputy Murphy, along with his colleagues Deputies Barry Cowen, Robert Troy and Anne Rabbitte have set out new legislation to remove outdated water level restrictions on ESB regulated lakes along the […]
Roscommon residents raise serious concerns over flooding consultation process – Murphy
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on the OPW and Flood Relief Eugene Murphy has expressed concern about some of the proposals contained in the Government’s draft flooding strategy for the Shannon region. The document, which is open for public consultation, includes plans for concrete barriers, which locals say will exacerbate the problem. Deputy Murphy commented, “The consultation […]
Older people not feeling the benefits of the economic recovery – Murphy
Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon-Galway Eugene Murphy has said older people, particularly those reliant on the state pension, have yet to feel the benefits of the economic recovery, with many struggling to make ends meet. Deputy Murphy explained, “There is a perception that older people have not been impacted by the recession and were insulated […]
Murphy warns of delays to passport applications
Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon-Galway Eugene Murphy has urged people to be aware of changes to the passport application process which has resulted in delays in the system. He is warning people to ensure that they leave extra time to apply to ensure that they receive their passports on time. Deputy Murphy commented, “Traditionally this […]
Hospital trust plans would be bad for Roscommon – Murphy
Fianna Fáil General Election candidate for Roscommon-Galway Cllr. Eugene Murphy says Fine Gael’s plans to create independent hospital trusts could result in a loss of services at Roscommon Hospital. These hospital trusts would effectively act independently of the HSE ad devise their own plans to organise services within their group. Cllr. Murphy commented, “This is […]
