An Oireachtas committee's calling for free counselling for all, and a new 24/7 emergency mental health service.
They're some of the recommendations in a new report, on the effect Covid has had on mental health.
The committee's also calling for a national campaign on addiction - after a spike in gambling and drug misuse, during the pandemic.
Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant Opens.
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, have officially opened the new €139 million Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant
EPA Report Shows Water Quality At Wicklow Beaches In Good Health
According to the Environment Protection Agency (EPA)’s Bathing Water Quality Report 2024, the quality of the majority of our bathing waters is rated either “excellent” or “good”.
School Kids Need Better Bus Services In County.
A Wicklow councillor is raising the plight of students who are forced to attend school in another town because of the shortage of places
Wicklow County Council Purchases 21 Acre Site Overlooking Magheramore Beach
Wicklow County Council has announced the successful purchase of a 21-acre parcel of land at Magheramore Beach in Wicklow.
Tanaiste Signs Joint Statement Calling On Israel To Show Restraint In The War In Gaza
It comes as Israel prepares to ramp up its campaign against Hamas, with plans which could see it take control of the entire enclave.
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