Quotes of the Week

"I am extremely angry that the HSE still has no plans for this land. The people of Ratoath need a health centre, they need community facilities, a family park, social housing, age friendly housing. It is a shame to see it lying idle.”

Quotes from Meath councillor Nick Killian, on HSE-owned land in Ratoath that has been unused for 25 years.

“That money could be used to bring buildings back into use, to deliver new homes and invest in local communities right across Meath. Collecting it in full should be a priority.”

Deputy Darren O’Rourke speaking about the governments failure to tackle dereliction, and money owed in Derelict Sites Levies.

“There were two increases last year. It is killing off trade during the week. The lads that came out for a social pint on a weeknight just cannot afford it anymore.”

Navan publican, Damian Clarke, speaking about Diageo’s price hikes and how they are affecting regular social drinkers.