More than 60 families receive financial help


MORE than 60 families have been given financial aid by the Government since last week’s floods, according to Minister of State Joe McHugh TD. Donegal County Council staff are also assisting 40 families in securing accommodation.   “Since Thursday morning when the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme was activated, over 60 households have received financial assistance under […]

 HSE helpline set up for flood victims


  THE HSE has set up a helpline for people affected by the flooding in Inishowen. The helpline was made available on Friday afternoon and will continue over the weekend.  Advertisement An information leaflet ‘Coping with Flooding’ has also been made available in communities affected. This leaflet outlines the common reactions people often experience after […]

Flood relief scheme for small businesses


THE Red Cross will administer a flood relief scheme to help small businesses affected by flooding across the county. The emergency scheme is aimed at getting businesses back up and running. Announcing the initiative Minister Joe McHugh TD  said he was “delighted” with the Government’s decision. “The scheme is a humanitarian support contribution towards the costs […]

Taoiseach outlines Government response to flooding


An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has talked about the devastation and destruction Tuesday night’s flooding has cause the county of Donegal. He talks about the Governments response to the flooding, and what residents effected can expect in way of funding.    Advertisement   In response Government Chief Whip and Donegal TD Joe McHugh said: “Ministers and […]