Establishment Must Not Close Ranks To Shield Judiciary From Reform – McGrath

Independent TD Mattie McGrath has supported the calls of the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross, for greater accountability and transparency in the selection process for members of the judiciary. Deputy McGrath was speaking after Minister Ross was accused of misrepresenting the willingness of the judiciary to accept fundamental reforms that would make […]

Rural Renewal Scheme’s Initial Funding Is A Pittance – McGrath

Independent TD Mattie McGrath has described the funding being made available for The Town and Village Renewal Scheme as grossly insufficient and inadequate. Deputy McGrath was speaking after the Minister for the Gaeltacht Heritage and Rural Affairs Heather Humphries indicated that up to 200 rural towns and villages with populations less than 5000 people will […]