Senator Aisling Dolan - Strong Voice, New Vision.

Minister Helen McEntee's visit to the West

May 03, 2022

Minister Helen McEntee's visit to the West

A few photos from Minister Helen McEntee's visit to the West this week. Thank you to Tully's Hotel for fantastic lunch.
We met incredible young people - students from the Ukraine and young mothers at the #Donamon Fáilte Centre in #Roscommon. Incredible welcome from volunteer Centre, Roscommon Lions Club, County Coucil & LEader and the Divine Word Missionaries who have given the premises.
I'm speaking this week in the #Seanad on govt supports for 3rd level to help those fleeing war & devastation to continue their studies in Ireland. A One Stop Shop for all 3rd level & hosted by Maynooth University to help students & academics will launch next week.
Castlerea Community Groups - met fantastic women representing Town Team Castlerea.ie, Town Trust, Roscommon Women's Network - RWN at Hesters restaurant. Minister Helen McEntee listened to opportunities & challenges for community groups especially funding supports. Spoke about new legislation governing the use of CCTV for safety as well as tackling litter.
Minister McEntee is also attending & speaking at the Night and Day Festival Festival this 24th September so she is looking forward to coming back to Clonalis House!
First in Europe 'Horses For Hope' Equine Centre in Castlerea Prison where looking after horses, training & qualifications gives many more opportunities. Such enthusiasm from young guys on this innovative programme
Meeting the team at Roscommon & Ballinasloe #Garda Station & tour of the new building.
Thank you to Minister Helen Mc Entee for your visit and we look forward to welcoming you again to the West!