New system for identifying uninsured vehicles launched by Gardaí


A NEW system which allows members of An Garda Síochána to quickly and easily identify uninsured vehicles has been formally launched this morning. More than 13,000 Gardaí working nationwide can now check a vehicle insurance status while on the roadside by checking its registration on the Garda Mobility App. Following its introduction, the new system […]


Festivals crucial to Donegal’s economy emerging from pandemic


by Louise Doyle FESTIVALS are vital for boosting Donegal’s economy and profile but insurance costs can be problematic, it has been heard. The latest meeting of the Economic Development, Enterprise and Emergency Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) has been told how events such as the McGill Summer School and the Irish Open in Ballyliffin have played a crucial role in boosting […]


Householders need to inform banks and Insurance provide


DONEGAL Deputy Thomas Pringle has urged homeowners to inform banks and insurance providers if their home has defective blocks.  At a recent meeting with the Redress Focus Group- Banking and Insurance they informed Deputy Pringle that the main banks and insurance companies have informed them that they have recieved very few complaints or contacts from […]


Over 280 uninsured claims in the last five years – MIBI


The Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland (MIBI) has received 287 claims relating to accidents caused by uninsured and untraced driving in Donegal over the last five years. Nationally there were over 10,000 claims submitted to the MIBI during this period. As the MIBI is a not for profit organisation that was established to compensate victims […]