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Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Major investment for sports and community initiatives announced for Meath
The €160,000 investment, drawn from the Dormant Accounts Fund, will support projects aimed at increasing participation in sport among people of all abilities and backgrounds, particularly those who are economically or educationally disadvantaged or living with a disability. 'I am delighted to see funding of €160,000 for sports and community initiatives in Meath,' Senator Linda Nelson Murray said, welcoming the news. 'This will open up new opportunities and sports for people right across the county.' In Meath, the funding will be used to support Sports Hubs, Sports Inclusion Disability Projects, Urban Outdoor Adventure programmes, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives. It will also provide €30,000 for volunteer training and upskilling, something Senator Nelson Murray described as crucial to sustaining local sports. 'Our volunteers keep our initiatives running smoothly, and we must offer them the opportunity to get all the training they need,' the Meath West Senator said. 'Our sports clubs are at the heart of our community, bringing people of all backgrounds together. Through this funding, I hope even more people will be able to enjoy the benefits of sports participation and a healthy lifestyle.' Nationally, more than €4 million from the Dormant Accounts Fund is being allocated to projects that help break down barriers to sports participation.
Irish Independent
05-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Meath leads with 94pc pharmacy uptake in free HRT scheme for women
A total of 59 pharmacies across the county — a 94pc uptake — are now offering the medication at no cost, making Meath one of the top counties in terms of participation in the initiative aimed at supporting women during perimenopause and menopause. The scheme, which provides free HRT once prescribed by a GP or consultant, is being welcomed by Meath Senator Linda Nelson Murray. The Fine Gael Senator described the free medications as 'good news for those who choose to use it.' She said: "As someone who takes HRT myself, it is so important for women to have access to them for free.' 'We have 94pc of pharmacies in County Meath signed up, that's great because I know how much help HRT gives. As women, we haven't been able to talk about things like this….there's a lot of things women go through and don't speak about; like periods and menopause, and the difficulties women face with those two particular things.' Ms Nelson Murray said that without the scheme, the medications could cost €30 to €60 depending on what HRT people are on. She added: 'The free HRT is good news for those who choose to use it. Plenty of people don't and that's completely okay.' 'Maybe 10 years ago, women didn't talk about it; unfortunately a lot of women were suffering in silence. Now we don't have to.' Under the new scheme, women must be registered with the Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) to qualify. Registration can be completed online. Medical card holders can continue to access HRT medication without needing a DPS card. Women in Meath seeking to find their nearest participating pharmacy can use the HSE's online pharmacy finder tool. Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.
Irish Independent
05-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Good news for those who choose to use HRT
A total of 59 pharmacies across the county — a 94pc uptake — are now offering the medication at no cost, making Meath one of the top counties in terms of participation in the initiative aimed at supporting women during perimenopause and menopause. The scheme, which provides free HRT once prescribed by a GP or consultant, is being welcomed by Meath Senator Linda Nelson Murray. The Fine Gael Senator described the free medications as 'good news for those who choose to use it.' She said: "As someone who takes HRT myself, it is so important for women to have access to them for free.' 'We have 94pc of pharmacies in County Meath signed up, that's great because I know how much help HRT gives. As women, we haven't been able to talk about things like this….there's a lot of things women go through and don't speak about; like periods and menopause, and the difficulties women face with those two particular things.' Ms Nelson Murray said that without the scheme, the medications could cost €30 to €60 depending on what HRT people are on. She added: 'The free HRT is good news for those who choose to use it. Plenty of people don't and that's completely okay.' 'Maybe 10 years ago, women didn't talk about it; unfortunately a lot of women were suffering in silence. Now we don't have to.' Under the new scheme, women must be registered with the Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) to qualify. Registration can be completed online. Medical card holders can continue to access HRT medication without needing a DPS card. Women in Meath seeking to find their nearest participating pharmacy can use the HSE's online pharmacy finder tool.
