Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has come under fire for his comments suggesting that there is a perception in rural Ireland that those living there are the real workers and the ones paying all the bills of the country. Leitrim Fianna Fail councillor, Paddy O'Rourke, says he's angered but not at all surprised by Mr Varadkar's comments, and references other comments allegedly made by him about Leitrim during his time as a Dublin councillor

<p>Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has come under fire for his comments suggesting that there is a perception in rural Ireland that those living there are the real workers and the ones paying all the bills of the country. Leitrim Fianna Fail councillor, Paddy O'Rourke, says he's angered but not at all surprised by Mr Varadkar's comments, and references other comments allegedly made by him about Leitrim during his time as a Dublin councillor</p>

North West Today, a multi-award-winning show has traditionally set the news agenda for the North West. Every morning Niall Delaney brings you a combination of hard-hitting interviews, listener interaction on local issues and human interest stories from around the region.
Tuesdays Feature: ‘On The Beat’ Niall is joined by local Gardaí who keep listeners updated on local crime prevention efforts and news around the North West. We hear their advice and guidance on protecting our homes, families and business’s.
The show is produced by Donegal native Margaret Carr-Flynn

North West Today

North West Today, a multi-award-winning show has traditionally set the news agenda for the North West. Every morning Niall Delaney brings you a combination of hard-hitting interviews, listener interaction on local issues and human interest stories from around the region.
Tuesdays Feature: ‘On The Beat’ Niall is joined by local Gardaí who keep listeners updated on local crime prevention efforts and news around the North West. We hear their advice and guidance on protecting our homes, families and business’s.
The show is produced by Donegal native Margaret Carr-Flynn