Today we address post-separation justice and survivor support in Donegal, regional health service spending controls, traffic safety measures, rural school transport shortages, and home-grown food production.
Inside Today’s Episode:
🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with our daily scan of the regional and national headlines breaking across the newspapers today.
⚖️ Surviving Abuse & Systemic Reform: Mary-Louise Lynch, Founding Director of SiSi (Survivors Informing Services and Institutions), joins Greg to share her personal journey through the legal system following an abusive relationship. Mary-Louise discusses the launch of SiSi initiatives in Donegal, aiming to empower survivor-led peer support, navigate post-separation abuse, and drive meaningful reform within family law and state institutions.
🚘 Frosses Speeding Controls & Road Safety: Following recent traffic survey findings in Frosses, driving instructor Diane Harvey adds her perspective to the debate on excessive speeds through the village. Diane outlines why mechanical traffic calming measures, physical engineering changes, and driver education are essential to curbing dangerous driving and protecting local residents.
🏥 Centralized Control for HSE West-North West: Councillor Gerry McMonagle, member of the Regional Health Forum, reacts to announcements from Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers that HSE West-North West will lose its day-to-day spending autonomy following regional budget overruns. Cllr McMonagle criticizes the decision, arguing that stripping local financial autonomy risks worsening healthcare delivery and decision-making for patients across the North West.
🚌 School Bus Place Shortages in Donegal: Aontú representative Rebecca McDaid highlights an upcoming community meeting tailored for families whose children have been left without school bus seats for the academic year. Rebecca discusses the ongoing stress facing parents and calls for urgent expanded route capacity from Bus Éireann.
🌱 Home-Grown Produce & Growing Your Own: Barrie Quinn of Portnoo Market Gardens stops by the studio to discuss his new book. Barrie shares his personal story, practical gardening wisdom, and insights into cultivating fresh, sustainable food at home while supporting local food security across Donegal.
💼 Business Matters Preview: Chris Ashmore delivers today’s commercial update and previews the latest segment of local business news.
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