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Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026: Second Stage”.
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the preparations that have been made for the ending of the temporary protection directive in March 2027; and if he will m
Matt Carthy TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the billreport on “Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Report and Final Stages”.
Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the statement on “International Nurses Day: Statements”.
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will outline the cost of third level fees in each of the years 2024, 2025, 2026; if he i
Matt Carthy TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Victims of Sexual Violence Civil Protection Orders Bill 2025: Discussion”.
Planning applications, decisions and objections.
We don't have enough information about this planning application to give you a proper summary. The council record for reference 2660192 is missing key details like the site location, what's actually being proposed, and who's behind it. You may want to contact Monaghan County Council directly to find out what this appli
Micheal Carroll and Annette Clarke want to extend their house at Raferagh, Shercock with a rear and side extension, add a domestic garage, and make changes to how the property sits on its site. They're also planning some alterations to the front and sides of the building.
We don't have enough details on file to give you a summary of this planning application. The council record for reference 2660191 is missing key information like the site address, what's being built, and who's behind the project. You might want to contact Monaghan County Council directly to get the full picture.
Padraig Kindlon and Anthonia Durnin want to build a new dormer-style house and single-storey garage at Mullylusty, Coolderry, near Carrickmacross. The development includes a new wastewater treatment system, a new entrance onto the public road, and work to create a private laneway connecting to it.
We don't have enough information to summarize this planning application. The council record for reference 269006 is missing key details like the site location, what's being proposed, and who's applying. You may want to contact Monaghan County Council directly for more details.
Eoghan Treanor has been given permission to keep a house that's already been built at Mullaghmore North in Scotstown, along with a new entrance onto the public road. The council approved the retention in May 2026 after the applicant submitted updated site plans and a site characterisation report.
Dáil contributions and parliamentary questions from your TDs.
Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Business of Committee”.
Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the statement on “Financial Statements 2024: National Oil Reserves Agency”.
Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the statement on “Europe Day: Statements”.
Asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the manner in which Ireland’s International Sports Diplomacy Strategy supports the work and goals of his Department given h
Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the debate on “Building Climate Resilience and Flood Risk Adaptation: Discussion (Resumed)”.
Cathy Bennett TD (Sinn Féin, Cavan-Monaghan) contributed to the orderofbusiness on “An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business”.
Fixtures, results and club news.
The Monaghan stages rally, a popular motorsport event on the Irish rallying calendar, was cancelled over the weekend due to protest-related disruption. The cancellation disappointe
Monaghan claimed the Ulster Cup in 2013, ending a 25-year drought since their last victory in 1988. The victory was particularly emotional given that members of the 1988 winning te
Monaghan GAA claimed the Anglo-Celt Cup in 2013, ending a 25-year drought since their previous victory in 1988. The achievement was particularly poignant as Eugene Nudy, who had be
LORY MEAGHER CUP: LEITRIM 2-13 MONAGHAN 2-9 Leitrim got their Lory Meagher Cup campaign off to a winning start in Heartland Credit Union Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada on Saturday afterno
Parish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.
Monaghan Vintage and Vintage Club recently held a field day that was described as very successful. The event showcased vintage farming equipment and old machinery, with club member
Jimmy McCoggan, a member of Monaghan Vintage Club, showcased his prized 1953 David Brown diesel tractor at the club's field day. The tractor, imported from England four years ago,
During the interview at Monaghan Vintage Club, the conversation touched on the history of David Brown the person and the company he founded. David Brown was the inventor/founder be
Monaghan Vintage and Tractor Club recently held a field day event that was described as very successful. A local reporter spent an evening with club members who showcased vintage e
Jimmy McCoggan, a member of Monaghan Vintage and Tractor Club, owns a 1953-54 David Brown tractor that he acquired from England four years ago through online sourcing. The tractor,
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Farmland re-contouring and levelling with imported soil and stone
Planning details unavailable
Disused dry cleaners converted to residential accommodation in Clones
New bungalow with attic, garage and treatment system at Moy, Emyvale
Renovation of derelict two-storey house with elevated rear extension
Thatch roof and dormer windows replaced with slate on single-storey house
Farm building converted to residential home with roof raise and new extension
House extension, new rooflight, and window upgrades at Kilnaclay
New poultry house and manure store with ancillary farm buildings
Retention of modular dwelling with completion works including deck, ramp and new fencing
New one-and-a-half storey house with garage at Drumass, Inniskeen
Events marquee retained at Castle Leslie Estate
Old poultry house replaced with 2 new poultry houses and farm buildings