September 26, 2013 - Thurles Information

Michael Lowry Cleared By Political Standards Watchdog

Michael Lowry TD

Independent North Tipperary TD Michael Lowry has been cleared by the Political Standards Watchdog, following complaints made regarding his non-declaration of land, understood to be partially owned by him in the North West of England.

Under Dáil Éireann rules, Irish TD’s are obliged to declare their ownership of all land […]

No Garda Recruitment for Templemore Until 2014

Despite promises to the contrary, the first recruitment of Gardaí in more than five years will now not take place until next year. A ban on hiring new officers for An Garda Síochána has been in place since 2009, as part of a moratorium in the public sector, gravely affecting the local economy of Templemore.

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