February, 2009 - Thurles Information

THURLES – IRELAND’S MOST CREATIVE FAIRTRADE TOWN

What is the purpose of Fairtrade?

The purpose of a Fairtrade Town is to contribute to Fairtrade Mark Ireland’s aim in tackling poverty by enabling disadvantaged producers from poor countries to receive a better deal, through encouraging support for the FAIRTRADE Mark. In order to further this aim by becoming a Fairtrade Town, the […]

Ursuline Convent Secondary School Thurles And Borrisokane Community College – Cleared To Proceed With New Building Projects

Despite recessionary times, two secondary schools in North Tipperary have been signalled by the Minister for Education and Science, Mr Batt O’Keefe to proceed with proposed building projects.

Ursuline Convent Thurles.

The Board of Management of the Ursuline Convent, Thurles (Principal Sr. Berchmans) are now authorised to immediately lodge a planning application with North Tipp […]

Future of Nenagh Hospital Secure – Lowry Secures Multimillion Euro Investment

Speaking in the Dáil Éireann tonight, Deputy Michael Lowry, confirmed a multi million euro investment into Nenagh hospital that will also crucially improve patient safety for the people of North Tipperary.

After extensive meetings directly with the Minister for Health, Mary Harney, Lowry has secured the following pledges:

A commitment to commission one overall […]

Tipperary – 2009 Regional and Local Road Grant Allocations

Minister Noel Dempsey announces €607.5 million for 2009 Regional and Local Roads Programme allocated as follows:-

· €310 million for pavement improvement and maintenance

· €182 million on 316 specific road improvement projects

· €15 million for local improvements, improving access to isolated and depopulated areas

· €8.6 million to address accident black spots

Speaking […]

New Rehab Care Facility For Thurles – €1.4 Million Funding Confirmed

Deputy Michael Lowry has confirmed approved funding of €1,397,329 for a Day Center and Special Needs Housing Accommodation for the Rehab Group in Thurles.

This funding is provided under Department of Environment’s Capital Assistance Scheme for voluntary housing projects.

This will be a permanent facility to accommodate the long established Rehab Care group who have […]