ENCIRC in Derrylin has announced major enhancements to its family-friendly policies, reinforcing its commitment to a values-led workplace that supports employees both professionally and personally. Among the key updates is enhanced parental leave, with qualifying periods for enhanced maternity and paternity pay reduced from two years to one. Maternity and adoption leave now offer 39 […]
Kesh gears up for vibrant Twelfth celebrations
KESH is preparing to host the annual Twelfth of July parade this weekend, drawing crowds of participants and spectators from across the wider area. Delays are expected in Kesh from 10am on Saturday as participants and supporters assemble at a commercial yard on Drumwhinney Road. At approximately 12.30pm the parade will leave the assembly point […]
Two restaurants set for change in Enniskillen
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IT’S been a bad week for hospitality in Enniskillen, as the owners of two popular eateries announced they are to step away from the businesses. Big Foot Spuds and Taco the Town, two locally run small businesses, both shared their decision at the start of the week. In a statement posted on their social media, […]
Western Trust respond to consultation timing concern
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The Western Trust has respond to criticism about the timing and handling of the public consultation regarding the permanent removal of Emergency General Surgery at the South West Acute Hospital. The ‘Herald previously reported today that campaign group SOAS had called for the Trust to reconsider the timing of the consultation. In response, the Western […]
SWAH consultation sparks public concern
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THE announcement of a consultation on the removal of emergency general surgery at the SWAH has been met with deep concern among the local public. Following the news last Thursday, many took to social media to have their say on the plans and on the future of healthcare in the area. Some branded the move to remove the vital servies an “absolute […]
Zach Bryan adds Fermanagh flair to concert
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AMERICAN Country music star Zach Bryan recently added a unique touch to his tour by hiring a mobile pub from Fermanagh. Roslea man Jonny McGeough has been on the road with The Hidden Naggin for eight years, with the pub-on-wheels proving a hit with celebrities across the country. The quirky venture didn’t begin as a […]
Pete the Puffling’s book launches at Stormont
A LOCAL children’s book with an important message has been launched at Stormont, aiming to raise awareness for a serious health condition. The book is the world’s first children’s book to help children and grandchildren gain an understanding of the effects of the terminal lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, ‘Pete […]
Missed appointments costing health service millions
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OVER 18,200 outpatient appointments were wasted in the Western Trust last year due to patients not turning up for their appointment, costing the local health service around £4 million. From April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025 the total number of patients who did not attend their Consultant outpatient appointment, or failed to give staff sufficient […]
More Fermanagh schools set for new 20mph zones
FOLLOWING successful implementions elsewhere, three more schools in Fermanagh have been announced as the next to receive 20mph speed limit zones. This initiative marks a significant step towards creating safer environments for students during school hours, addressing long-standing concerns about traffic and pedestrian safety around these schools. As part of the Department’s ongoing commitment to […]
Consultation to permanently suspend EGS at SWAH
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A consultation to permanently remove general emergency surgery from SWAH is to launch this month. There was a unanimous decision by the Western Trust to proceed with a consultation on the permanent suspension of Emergency General Surgery at SWAH at a Western Trust meeting today. Diana Armstrong MLA has expressed her concern at today’s announcement. […]