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Broadcaster Bryan Dobson (second from right) presents (left to right) John Gallagher, representing the Erris community, Chris Reynolds, Director, Irish Coast Guard, and Dr Keith Swanick, representing the Erris community, with a People of the Year Award. The 43rd Rehab People of the Year Awards 2018, which were broadcast live on RTÉ One television from Dublin’s Mansion House, and hosted by Gráinne Seoige and Aidan Power, saw ten winners recognised for their heroic deeds and remarkable achievements.

T was a proud occasion for many individuals and communities from the western region who were honoured with People of the Year Awards in the Mansion House, Dublin on Sunday last. Among the recipients was the community of Erris and Irish Coast Guard who were jointly honoured, with special recognition for the crew of Rescue 116 which was lost off the Mayo coast in March of last year. The honour at the 43rd People of the Year Awards, organised by Rehab, was presented by broadcaster Bryan Dobson in recognition of the heroic work of the men and women of the Irish Coast Guard in risking life to assist maritime and coastal communities, while the people of Erris were recognised for their contribution to the search for the missing crew. The Awards were broadcast live on RTÉ One from the Mansion House. Volunteer member Caitríona Lucas, who lost her life off the Clare coast during a separate operation, was also honoured. Early on the morning of March 14, 2017, that Coast Guard helicopter Rescue 116 disappeared off the north coast of Mayo. On board were Capt Dara Fitzpatrick, Capt Mark Duffy and winch team Paul Ormsby and Ciarán Smith. Hundreds of volunteers, fishermen, and colleagues supported the emergency services in combing the area for the missing crew, going above and beyond in a bid to recover the lost heroes. The bodies of Dara Fitzpatrick and Mark Duffy were recovered in the subsequent searches. Sadly, however, the bodies of Ciarán Smith and Paul Ormsby have yet to be recovered. Continued on Page 2

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Deserved honours for unsung heroes

People of the Year Award recipient Catherine Corless pictured after receiving the Bar Association Human Rights Award last year. Continued from front page Erris men John Gallagher and Dr. Keith Stanway accepted the award on behalf of the community. Irish Coast Guard Search and Rescue Operations Manager, Gerard O’Flynn, said: “The selfless actions of those who put their lives on the line, for the safety of others, means Caitríona, Dara, Ciáran, Mark and Paul will remain an inspiration to us all . . . “I would like to pay tribute to the community of Erris who left no stone unturned in supporting one of the most extensive search and investigation

operations ever conducted in the area. Every possible assistance was provided, ranging from the fishing community providing local knowledge and advice, shoreline searching and, in particular, the huge catering operation that was put in place to provide valuable sustenance to all participants. It was indicative of the longestablished bond between coastal communities and the Coast Guard services. We are humbled to receive this award which honours the bravery of all of our colleagues and pray that their bereaved families will take courage from this recognition.” A total of ten awards were presented at

the ceremony which was hosted by Gráinne Seoige and Aidan Power and the west was represented with pride. Members of the community in Ballaghaderreen received an award for their work in welcoming Syrian refugees to the town of Ballaghaderreen and making them part of the community. Tuam’s Catherine Corless again received a standing ovation from the audience in the mansion house when she received her award for tireless endeavours to expose the injustice of the Tuam Babies Scandal and her continued efforts to give the deceased a “voice” and provide as many as possible with Christian burials. Still keeping it in Galway, the honouring of the All-Ireland hurling winning team was probably the icing on the cake for the west, particularly the presence on stage of Shannon Keady, daughter of former player Tony Keady who died a short time before the team’s All-Ireland success. Ireland’s longest-running and most prestigious awards event, each of the winners is nominated by members of the public, with Young Person of the Year, Community Group of the Year, International Person of the Year and Sports Person of the Year, among the categories awarded. Mo Flynn, Rehab Group Chief Executive, organisers of the Awards, said: “We have services throughout Ireland that support thousands of people with disabilities. Every day our teams in communities across the country meet people who are also doing great work, but they do not seek the limelight or get the recognition they deserve. The Awards serve to highlight all that is good about Ireland and honours those whose courage, resolve and bravery is boundless.”

Ballina man heads Irish beef mission in China

James O’Donnell WITH the positive news earlier this week on the granting of access for Irish beef to China North West Express has learned about a local angle to the news story. We recall the then Taoiseach Enda Kenny providing a guided tour for some Chinese representatives to a farm in Mayo and providing them with a taste of quality beef in the process. However, the man responsible for the work at the

coal face, Bord Bia’s Asia Director, James O’Donnell, is from Ballina in County Mayo and has lived in Shanghai for the past number of years. He has been working to promote brand awareness and educating Chinese consumers about the benefits of Irish beef, in addition to a range of other Irish food products. According to Bord Bia, China officially imported more than 700,000 tonnes of beef in 2017 – a

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figure expected to double by 2020. In China, annual per capita beef consumption is low at 46kg, compared to 19kg in Ireland. However, consumption is on the rise. An average annual increase of just 1kg per capita equates to an additional 1.38 million tonnes of beef per annum, and by 2020, it is estimated Chinese consumers will eat close to 9 million tonnes of beef. Bord Bia CEO Tara McCarthy said: “Bord Bia, and in particular, our Shanghai office, has been actively planning and preparing for today’s breakthrough, and we are now well-positioned and ready to maximize this significant opportunity for Irish beef exporters. Today’s timely announcement follows just days after we hosted the China Meat Association and 17 senior representatives from leading Chinese meat importers as part of our Marketplace International event. All of the

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visiting Chinese delegates had the opportunity to visit Irish beef farms and processers, giving them a first-hand experience and insight into Irish food production.” “Ireland’s agri-food industry already enjoys a strong trade relationship with China. Exports were valued at almost €1 billion last year, while China is our second largest export market for dairy and pork, behind the UK. The opening of Irish beef access is testimony to our industry’s strength, reputation and proven track record in the Chinese market.” Total Irish agri-food trade exports to China reached €974 million last year, more than doubling since 2013. China is now our third largest market overall. Dairy exports reached €667 million and pigmeat exports were over €100 million in 2017. Food and drink is Ireland’s most important export category to China, contributing nearly 80 percent to the total value of exports.

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Strand Racing June spectacle in Lacken

HE ever-popular Lacken Strand Races, revived in 1997 after a 44year lapse and continued annually until 2012, returns this year on June 3rd (1 p.m.) and takes place on the spectacular beach vista at Lacken Strand, near Killala, along the Wild Atlantic Way. In the 16-year period since its revival the event has become hugely popular, establishing itself as one of the leading horse and pony events in the country. Proudly sponsored by local businesses this year’s event again promises to be a wonderful day out for all the family. After a three-year break the Races returned again in 2016 and once again proved to be very popular with large fields of horses competing on the day. The race organisers now see the event growing to even greater heights than before and is attracting huge fields of horses from all over Ireland. The Races are run by the Irish Horse & Pony Racing Association. It is a far cry from 1953, the last recorded year for the traditional races, which were very different from the modern-day racing on the strand. In those days, working farm horses and half-breds from the surrounding parishes would gather for the races. Nowadays, Lacken Strand Races sees thoroughbred horses and ponies come from some of the top stables and leading bloodlines in the country. There are bookmakers on site so those attending can have a flutter. Those attending this year can look forward to eight races with fields of up to

18 horses (though for health and safety reasons the numbers running in any particular race may be confined to 14 which means some races may have to be divided), providing a fantastic colourful spectacle and a great day of competitive racing. There will be amusements (chairo-plane, cup and saucer rides, bouncing castles, etc.), in addition to athletics for all ages, with toys, prizes and medals presented to all participants in the children’s age groups. There will be prizes for best dressed lady, etc. Hot and cold

food will be available all day. All races take place along a six-furlong oval track. The horses are never more than a couple of hundred metres away from you and the thundering of the hooves of these magnificent beasts on the golden sand as they pass you by at high speed just adds to the spectacle. The organisers appreciate the tremendous support of sponsors and this year are increasing the advertising spend. They will feature main sponsors in all of the advertising and are determined that those supporting the event will get maximum value for that commitment. The spend is necessary and in current economic conditions it has become increasingly difficult to raise the sponsorship needed to fund the event. The prize money payout is in excess of €6,000, which attracts the leading horses from throughout the country. The event will be covered extensively by the local media. The committee are seeking €600 for race sponsors, €350 for main sponsors, and €130 and €65 for full page and half page Race Card sponsorship. Chairman Noel Flannelly can be contacted at 0868139501 or noelflannelly@gmail.com. For punters the Lacken Strand Races present a fine opportunity to kick off the Summer. Good weather will always be an advantage, though weather conditions will have little impact on the racing surface and an enjoyable afternoon is guaranteed no matter what the conditions are.

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IT Sligo hosts Engineering Expo 2018

Back Row (l to r): Trevor Lindsay, Automation Engineer, Abbvie; Bernard Murray, Manufacturing Engineer, Abbvie, Oli Melia, Engineering Expo 2018 Coordinator and Mark Taheny, Manufacturing Engineer, Abbott. Second Row (l to r): Brendan McCormack, President, IT Sligo; Chris O’Hara, Assembly Engineer, Abbvie; John Ward, Owner, Ward Automation. Front row (l to r): Mary Nolan, Lecturer in Engineering, IT Sligo and Una Parsons, Head of Engineering & Design, IT Sligo.

HOW do robots work? Are comic book heroes really possible? Can a car transform? You can find out the answers to these fascinating questions as IT Sligo hosts Sligo Engineering Expo 2018. The fourth Sligo Engineering Expo is coming to the Knocknarea Arena, IT Sligo on Thursday, May 3 between 10am – 7pm and admission is free. The Engineering Expo is an exciting collaboration between IT Sligo and industry that provides an interactive, information sharing day which is open to the public and openly encourages public engagement throughout the event. The Expo, which is headline sponsored by AbbVie, is a chance to see the superheroes of engineering display innovative, cutting-edge

technologies to inspire future generations of engineers. How do robots work? Are comic book heroes such as Iron Man really possible? Can a car transform? How is Virtual Reality used in the real world? How are engineering technologies being used in industries such as Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, Precision and Tool Making Engineering, Agricultural, Construction, ICT and Food Industries? At the Sligo Engineering Expo, as well as interactive demonstrations, you will be able to gain career path information and talk with captains of industry, indigenous industry leaders and companies of all sizes from across Ireland. Bernard Murray, Engineering Manager with

AbbVie in Ballytivnan, said: “As a global company, we offer opportunities for engineers in automation, manufacturing, controls, quality, science and technology, metrology and validation disciplines at locations all over the world. Locally, we are mindful of the importance of connecting with Engineering Students at Sligo IT to offer them an understanding of the technologies and capabilities of our Ballytivnan site. “Developing a pipeline of potential employees who would be suitable to join, support and optimise our work at all sites is critical to the future success of our organisation, clients and our patients. It is important we support the North West community where we can by ensuring we also have a local

focus when we concentrate on identifying this future talent.” Some 45 industry representatives will be at the event, including SL Controls; Abbott; Kilcawley Construction; Ward Automation, JFC Manufacturing; Kuka Robotics; and GW Plastics. And IT Sligo students will also demonstrate final year projects in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Precision and Civil Engineering as well as Construction, Electronics and Computing. Una Parsons, Head of the School Engineering and Design at IT Sligo believes the Expo is “unique and a fantastic opportunity to see an extensive range of activities on show that include student projects, industry exhibits and a variety of interactive activities. This major event is aimed to inspire future engineers, showcase our graduates, provide job opportunities, and promote the extensive range of engineering and technology employment in the North West.” The Engineering Expo is fully supported by IT Sligo President, Dr Brendan McCormack, who said: “The Expo reflects the close working relationship between IT Sligo and employers in all aspects of engineering across the region and provides a real opportunity for forthcoming graduates to meet, discuss and engage with their future employers. It is particularly gratifying to see so many employers from the North West at the Expo, all wanting to employ our graduates – we are seeing employment opportunities for engineering graduates in the North West at a very high level this year.” To find out more, visit www.itsligo.ie/engineerin gexpo

Ard Nahoo Yoga School hosts free open day It’s been almost ten years since Ard Nahoo Yoga School started training yoga teachers, with more than 100 yogis graduating from the course in Dromahair, Co. Leitrim. Led by director Noeleen Tyrrell (who founded Ard Nahoo back in 2001), the course offers a variety of different options for those looking to kickstart a new career as a yoga teacher. Noeleen, who has herself been teaching yoga for over 17 years, leads the courses but also hosts a series of leading teachers from Ireland and all around the globe, making Ard Nahoo a world-class yoga venue that’s renowned within the yoga world. At Ard Nahoo Yoga School, you can complete the 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training

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‘My Sligo’ gets much attention on social media W HAT does Sligo mean to you? There’s so much going on in the county that it means a lot of different things to different people. ‘My Sligo’ is a clever initiative from tourism network South and West Sligo launched on 10th April 2018. My Sligo invites people to upload their photos or videos online saying what ‘My Sligo’ means to them and using the hashtag #MySligo so everyone can find the videos and enjoy them. Every video or photo uploaded using that hashtag can be seen all over the world – people in Sligo, in Ireland, the Diaspora can join in. It’s a great way to celebrate the scenery, sights and diversity of this incredible county. Kickstarting the campaign is a dramatic short video from Lothar Muschketat of Eagles Flying in Ballymote. Unsurprisingly, it’s birds of prey and wildlife which float his boat and his video is a dramatic swoop by Linda the eagle, as she dives towards his leather clad arm. “Birds of Prey have been part of my life since I was a teenager – I just love them”, said Lothar who has lived in Sligo for almost 20 years, ‘My Sligo’ is all about introducing this wonderful, fascinating world to other people”. Do you live for golf on one of the superb courses around the county? Is it cycling on quiet country roads or cantering your horse down the beach? It could be organic gardening, the heritage and history of Carrowkeel or the Caves of Keash ... the sky is quite literally, the limit. If you are on social media, you are invited to take a photo or make a short video and say what ‘My Sligo’ means to you. It can be uploaded on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and as long as the hashtag #MySligo is used, People can find it and share it with the world. What a wonderful way to let everyone know the amazing variety within this compact county. What is your Sligo? Food, fishing or football? Sailing, SUPping or surfing on the Wild Atlantic Way? Maybe cycling, climbing or crafts. Whatever it is, this is your chance to share it. #MySligo.

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Climbing Croagh Patrick walking backwards was no joke

OR most of us, the task of climbing Croagh Patrick may seem daunting at the best of times. To climb it walking backwards is another thing. That is what Westport councillor Brendan Mulroy and fellow Westport man Sean Quirke achieved on Good Friday. It started off as a joke about Mayo winning the All-Ireland last September but it became a

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completing the climb. “The body is very sore but otherwise it went very well and was enjoyable. The toughest part was at the cone which was really difficult and physically very challenging.” Regular updates and videos of the climb were shared on Brendan Mulroy’s Facebook page during the climb. The two men were accompanied by eight others who acted as their support and took turns to walk in front of them, and with the help of a walking stick, they guided them up the mountain. They were Shane Moran, John Walshe, Alan Mulroy, Kieran Lally, Michael Killeen, Kenneth Lavelle, Danny Coughlin and Declan Ryan. Cllr Mulroy, who is also a care assistant with Western Care, said that without their help and support, they would not have

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Independent MEP Marian Harkin addressed members of the Parkinsons Association of Ireland and their branches from all over the country at a protest meeting outside Leinister House. She is pictured here with representatives of Co. Mayo Parkinsons Association (L to R): Paula Gilmore, Chief Executive, Parkinsons Association of Ireland; Jacqui McCormack, Ballinrobe; Caroline McLoughlin, Castlebar; Marian Harkin MEP and Kathleen O’Donnell, Ballina.

reland has an abysmal record in the care of the 12,000 people diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease and compares very badly with the rest of the West of Europe. This was stated by Independent MEP Marian Harkin when she addressed a protest meeting organised by the Parkinsons Association of Ireland at Leinster House on Friday, March 30th. A number of members from Co. Mayo Parkinsons Association attended the protest. While western European countries had a target of four Parkinsons Nurse Specialists for every

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Software firm LiveTiles to create 50 new jobs in Sligo Great news on the jobs front for Sligo with Software firm LiveTiles confirming plans to create an innovation centre in Sligo leading to 50 new jobs. The company is based in New York but was originally founded in Australia in 2014. The Sligo jobs will include roles for AI (Artificial Intelligence) developers, marketing, management, presales and a new product solutions team that will help create industry-

specific digital platforms that incorporate AI. Chief executive Karl Redenbach described the expansion as a “wonderful opportunity” for the company. “There is an up-and-coming technology scene here, and we look forward to working with technology businesses, universities and Microsoft in Ireland to expand our AI agenda,” he

said. The new centre in Sligo is being supported by IDA Ireland. Chief executive of IDA Ireland, Martin Shanahan, welcomed the news stating: “Attracting investment to regional locations is a key focus for us and the arrival of LiveTiles, creating 50 jobs in the first instance, will be of significant benefit to Sligo and the North West Region.”

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RISH Rail have announced they will review their security arrangements on trains following two separate incidents on the Westport to Dublin service last week which resulted in people being arrested. On Thursday evening of last week the Dublin to Westport train was delayed by 95 minutes at Claremorris after a man allegedly assaulted a female and the train driver. The incident occurred when the train driver responded after the communication button was pressed by a distressed teenage girl. The male passenger, who is in his 30s,

is alleged to have punched the train driver in the face and it is understood that passengers had to intervene. The man was arrested and later taken to the Mayo Adult Mental Health Unit. The driver was the only member of staff on the train at the time and was later brought to Mayo University Hospital for treatment. A second incident occurred on Saturday evening when four men in their 20s were arrested at Sallins train station after they were involved in an incident on the Westport to Dublin train. It is understood a fight broke out on the train after the service stopped

at Tullamore and at least one person was injured. Two of the men were charged with public order offences while the two others were remanded in custody to appear in court in Naas. Following the two incidents, Jane Cregan of Irish Rail said the company was reviewing security on Intercity train services. She added they were currently in the process of recruiting onboard customer service agents for intercity services, and they hope to have an agent on each intercity service within months. Her statement came after some criticism of Irish Rail by a local councillor.

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Investment in heritage sites a boost along Wild Atlantic Way Fáilte Ireland, in partnership with the Office of Public Works (OPW), last week announced a major investment of €4.3 million in four key heritage sites along the Wild Atlantic Way, which will enhance the visitor experiences at

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each location. Three of these are based in Sligo, Mayo and Galway. The investment, which forms part of Fáilte Ireland’s strategic partnership with the OPW, will significantly enhance the visitor experience and

views at key locations, with new exhibitions and major upgrades. Fáilte Ireland is providing up to 75% of the funding for the projects from its Capital Grants budget, with the remainder of the funding being provided by the OPW. The four heritage sites to benefit from this investment are: Carrowmore in Sligo (Total investment of €350,000 with Fáilte Ireland grant support of €262,500); Blasket Island Visitor Centre in Kerry (Total investment of €2.25 million with Fáilte Ireland grant support of €1.69 million); Céide Fields in Mayo (Total investment of €1.15 million with Fáilte Ireland grant support of €862,000); Inis Mór in the Aran Islands, Galway (Total investment of €600,000 with Fáilte Ireland grant support of

€450,000). The visitor exhibition at Carrowmore in Sligo will be improved and updated with information about the monuments at Carrowmore, as well as the nearby ancient sites at Knocknarea and Carrowkeel. This will enable visitors to use the Carrowmore Centre as a hub to explore the archaeology of the area. Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin T.D., visited the Blasket Island Visitor Centre recently to see firsthand the way in which the new signature viewing point will transform the site. He said: “We are very lucky in Ireland to have such breath-taking natural scenery and heritage, and the Blasket Islands, Céide Fields, Inis Mór and Carrowmore are some of the finest examples of this.

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Enniscrone Golf Club to reach 6.5m households in new Masters golf campaign

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S the 82nd US Masters winds up in Augusta, Tourism Ireland launches its latest golf campaign in the United States. It includes a 30-second ad, which features Enniscrone Golf Club, which will air to an estimated 6.5 million households over the coming days on the hugely popular NBC Golf Channel. And, a further 1.2 million people will see messages about golf in Ireland online, on golfchannel.com. Tourism Ireland aims to build on its successful ‘Home of Champions’ campaign, reminding golfers across the US about our fantastic golf courses

where our champions – including Rory McIlroy, Pádraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke – honed and perfected their skills. This evening (5 April), Tourism Ireland will host its annual ‘Meet the Irish’ media event at the US Masters – highlighting our worldclass golf to influential golf journalists from right around the United States. Key messages will include the fact that Ballyliffin is home to the 2018 Irish Open and that Royal Portrush will host The Open in 2019. To view Tourism Ireland’s new TV ad, click here. The ad will also air in the US

later this year, around other Major championships and around relevant TV shows. Promoting golf holidays on the island of Ireland is a major focus for Tourism Ireland in the United States. Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland’s Head of North America, said: “Tourism Ireland has an extensive marketing programme under way this year, to highlight our world-class golf and encourage more Americans to consider a golfing vacation in Sligo and Ireland. Our message is that Ireland offers American golfers the complete package – with some of the very best links golf in the world, stunning scenery and the warmest of welcomes. “Tourism Ireland has prioritised North America for 2018, as a market which offers a strong return on investment, in terms of holiday visitors and expenditure. Our aim is to deliver a +5% increase in visitor numbers and +7% increase in revenue from North America this year. A number of factors are working in our favour, including more airline seats than ever before from the US, as well as the strength and competitiveness of the vacation experience right around the island of Ireland. Tourism Ireland is also promoting our superb golf courses on Ireland.com and through social media. The organisation has invited influential American golf writers to visit the island of Ireland this year; and had a significant presence at the PGA Show, earlier this year in Orlando.

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re Galway the next big deal? We’ll find out as the summer progresses, though it shouldn’t be all about winning or losing for them. They need to put in a performance against a top team in Croke Park, something they have failed miserably at in the past, last year’s All-Ireland quarter-final against Kerry a prime example. They’ve had a soft centre for a decade or more now and it’s time they dispelled that perception of them for good. Kevin Walsh and Paddy Tally are trying to instil a bit of steel and seem to

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have built a sound defensive structure. The Tribe were a shambles at the back for too long. They’ve found a reliable full-back in Sean Andy O Ceallaigh while Gareth Bradshaw is doing what a centre-back should do first and foremost – defend. They’ve a solid midfield and lots of exciting talent up front, with the decision to make Damien Comer captain one of the best Walsh has made. Shane Walsh is one of the most electrifying forwards around but he needs to lose the rawness that dogs his game. He lacks the composure of the very top forwards, particularly in and around

the scoring zone. Worryingly, he is repeating the same mistakes and undoing brilliant build-up play all too often. He needs to work on his decisionmaking and just pop the scores. The connacht championship is the ideal platform for him to go and do that. Galway need to keep the errors to a minimum. Kevin Walsh is in a nice position going into this game, having made seven changes for the last meeting a fortnight ago while still earning a draw. He got game time into players to keep the panel happy and didn’t show his hand.

Manager: Kevin Walsh 2017 form: Winning Division Two of the Allianz Football League offers encouragement. Galway’s Championship form, though, was mixed. Victories over Mayo and Donegal illustrated Galway’s potential. Defeats to Roscommon and Kerry supplied a reminder of the distance that still must be travelled. Player to watch: Sean Andy O’Ceallaigh A masterful performance in the All Ireland Under 21 Final loss to Dublin means the emergence of Sean Andy O’Ceallaigh will be monitored with interest. Other members of that team such as Peter Cooke, Sean Kelly, and Robert Finnerty may also be afforded game time in the League. 2018 prospects: Having fought so hard to return to Division One Galway they cemented their status at the top tier which was their initial target. They palyed well in the final against the dubs so should be able to take a lot of positives into the first game against Mayo For the past two campaigns Galway have reached the All Ireland Quarter-Final stage. Another Connacht Championship clash with Mayo beckons in May. It will be a revealing encounter for both teams.

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Brian Talty admits he was disappointed to miss out on Galway top job in 2004 Talty, a six-time Connacht Championship winner with Galway, was interviewed for the post after John O’Mahony stepped down in 2004 Brian Talty has admitted his disappointment at not getting a shot at managing Galway. Talty, a six-time Connacht Championship winner with Galway, was interviewed for the post after John O’Mahony stepped down in 2004 having built a decent reputation in coaching circles in Dublin, the highlight being guiding St Sylvester’s to what remains their only county title in 1996. However, he was passed over and shortly afterwards linked up with the Dublin senior management team under Paul Caffrey. He explained: “I was coaching in Dublin and coached a few teams that won championships and stuff like that. I was a qualified PE teacher which is the S&Cs of today, if you know what I mean. “They gave it to Peter Ford so I wasn’t overly happy that it was given to another Mayo man again! “Maybe they thought they’d continue that and continue being successful but after that then I just lost interest and got over it. “It was a lot of travelling to be done at that stage and I had a young family as well so I didn’t go for it after that. “That was disappointing, I have to say. “I was interviewed by people who had been at county board level when you were playing yourself and knew the kind of commitment that you gave to play as well but lookit, that was it then.” Although Galway won an All-Ireland under-21 title and a Connacht Championship in Ford’s first year, his reign didn’t go down as a particularly successful one and years of mediocrity followed amid several managerial changes.

Mayo-Galway clash expected to be a sellout Next month’s eagerly-awaited Connacht SFC quarter-final between Mayo and Galway is expected to test Elvery’s MacHale Park’s capacity. Galway’s surprise run to the Allianz Football League final last month has swelled interest in the tie, which is heading for a 28,000 sellout. The 2017 and 2016 championship meetings of the old rivals drews crowds of 22,046 and 21,784 respectively, but those figures will be surpassed this year based on ticket demand. “There’s always big interest in Mayo against Galway, but it’s even bigger than usual this year. People are expecting it to be a great contest, especially after Galway doing so well in the league and running Dublin close,” Connacht Council secretary John Prenty told the Irish Independent.

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Manager: Brendan Guckian 2017 form: Won four and lost three in the League, but Leitrim weren’t ever in serious promotion contention. In the summer London caused Leitrim some problems, but the visitors pulled through. Roscommon were too potent and powerful and Carlow then ended Leitrim’s campaign on July 8 at Netwatch Cullen Park. Player to watch: Ronan Kennedy Ronan Kennedy was prominent in Leitrim’s three Championship matches in 2017. Kennedy is an accurate attacker, who Leitrim will be looking to for inspiration. Leitrim introduced a raft of players to the senior arena in 2017 and they will be hoping to develop further in the League. 2018 prospects: The League carries huge significance for Leitrim and Brendan Guckian carried out some impressive work. In the Championship Leitrim face a trip to New York in May.

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Leitrim Observer about how the preparation will go over the coming weeks. “Six weeks to New York. They have three weekends in a row with their clubs, which is great because they will be getting game time,” said Guckian. “It will freshen them up as well, getting back with their clubs, they will obviously be training with us during the week. “But they are getting game time and then we will obviously be looking at one or two challenges in the lead up to New York. I think the performance

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ondon held off a late Sligo fightback to knock the Yeats County out of the Connacht Championship and secure a first win in the province in 36 years. Lorcan Mulvey’s goal put London on the way to a famous win in the first half as a slack and wasteful Sligo side trailed by four at the break. Padraig McGoldrick, a Sligo-man that missed a penalty in the first half for the home side, was sent off to give Kevin Walsh’s side hope early in the second period. Sligo battled back to within a point but when they struck the crossbar in the final minute of added-time, it meant London secured a shock 1-12 to 0-14 win to set up a semi-final meeting with Leitrim. It is London’s first provincial triumph since a 1977 win over Leitrim, the same county they will face in a Connacht semi-final on Sunday, June 23. The visitors actually opened the scoring with just 30 seconds on the clock when a shot from Adrian Marren was pushed over the crossbar by London goalkeeper Declan Traynor. However, it was the 20th minute before Sligo scored again. Mark Gottsche levelled the sides with a free from 50 yards out, before London found the net in the 13th minute to move into a lead that they would never relinquish. After some good work by Greg Crowley, Ciaran McCallion surged through the Sligo defence before offloading to former Cavan player Lorcan Mulvey, who finished neatly beyond Philip Greene in the Sligo goal. Marren finally broke Sligo’s barren spell and Mark Breheny added another point from a free with 23 minutes on the clock, after which Gottsche put London back into a five-point lead with a ‘45’. London had former Sligo player Padraig McGoldrick at corner forward, but he had an afternoon to forget. After Greg

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following replays. A substantial display was delivered in the All Ireland Final, but Dublin still survived. Player to watch: Conor Loftus The splendid goal and contribution against Derry showcased Loftus’ considerable ability. A cool

Mayo Under 21 outfit won the 2016 All Ireland with Diarmuid O’Connor and Stephen Coen already making an impact from that outfit. Some other members of that panel will be afforded opportunities in the FBD League. 2018 prospects: When the Championship reaches the

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Strengths If resilience won All-Ireland titles, Mayo, rather than Dublin, would probably be bidding for a four-in-a-row. Predictions of their demise flourished when Galway beat them in the 2016 Connacht semi-final in Castlebar and resurfaced when they suffered a similar setback in Pearse Stadium last year. Yet, in both years, they recovered and reached the All-Ireland final, twice losing by a point and also drawing with Dublin. Their capacity to remain stubbornly defiant after suffering so much misery is a massive strength. Weakness. Kerry are integrating youngsters into their team so why can’t Mayo? Up to this year at least, the longestablished players have been sure of retaining their places because the younger generation weren’t good enough to oust them. That’s not healthy. Mayo have rightly received lots of credit for their durability but the fact remains they have no title to show since 2015 (Connacht) and are relying essentially on most of the same players. Also, their failure to close out the All-Ireland deal can’t help their state of mind.

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iam Irwin is used to expectation. A two-time All Ireland winner with Mayo, at U21 and Minor, the forward announced himself for London by scoring a point with his very first touch for the Exiles. It almost went unnoticed amidst the disappointment of London’s defeat to Waterford. But the way Irwin cut inside, bouncing off one Waterford challenger, before firing over instinctively, will no doubt have struck a chord with Mayo and Breaffy GAA fans alike. It should come as no surprise he’s

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Manager: Ciaran Deely 2017 form: It was a strange League campaign for London, who played all seven matches away from home due to the redevelopment of McGovern Park in Ruislip. London only secured one win in the competition, but Ciaran Deely’s charges produced two gutsy Championship displays. Leitrim and Carlow, though, both left Ruislip with victories. Player to watch: Liam Gavaghan An eight point haul, including five from play, against Leitrim underlined Liam Gavaghan’s importance to the London cause. London are eager to develop homegrown talent with Philip Butler and Gavaghan now established inter-county players. 2018 prospects: London were enthused about the fact that all of their League games were at home at McGovern Park in Ruislip. Ciaran Deely is carrying out good work in London and will be excited to be facing Sligo on May 6. This will be another important day for London.

“Obviously Mayo are at the top end, but there are quality players here. I’ve learnt a lot in the last few weeks.” Having made the breakthrough into

the Mayo senior panel during last year’s National League, his omission from Stephen Rochford’s championship panel raised an eyebrow or two. “I was disappointed, but the standard is seriously high. Especially for guys trying to break through,” he said. “Maybe I just wasn’t ready for it. I thought I might have been ready for it this Christmas, but I didn’t get the call. Life goes on. “I’m happy to still be playing intercounty level albeit not for Mayo. I’m playing football at the highest level I can and I’m happy enough with that.” Irwin watched on as his Mayo teammates went on to lose to Dublin by a point, and having exited the Mayo club championship with Breaffy

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The Shelly River Chorus started serious preparation in March for the first ever World Mixed Barbershop Chorus Contest in Munich at Easter. Having competed, for the first time, in a Mixed Barbershop Chorus Contest in Cork in October, the Shelly River Chorus, made up of members of the two Sligo Barbershop Choruses, Tone Cold Sober and No Half Measures, were delighted to discover that their score and performance qualified them to

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Michael’s left testicle when he was a teenager. That’s more than a can of coke. He should have told someone sooner, but who could he turn to? His dad died ten years ago and besides, school is full of rumours about what the giant bulge in his trousers actually is. Who wants to stop that?

Friday 27th, Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th April, 8pm This is certainly an event to look forward to. After the success of last year’s sold- out musical, Tracy’s Fame, Danceblast are going to showcase more of their talented students’ material that they have been working on over the past couple of months. This show will be full of surprises and is guaranteed to be a great night’s entertainment for both the young and old. Come along to join in the fun! Tickets: €12 (adults), €7 (children). Early booking advised.

FLOOR SANDING SERVICE AVAILABLE No Mess, No Fuss! Call today for a quotation 071-9157830

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Tel: 096-22277 Fax (096) 22655 Jerome and Eugene Hughes for all your Home Heating Oil, Tractor Diesel, Kerosene, Road Diesel, Unleaded Petrol. Tanks and Lubrication products also in stock.

ITS TIME TO INSULATE EXTERNAL • CAVITY WALL • SPRAY FOAM www.wmiinsulation.ie • info@wmiinsulation.ie

N5 Business Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo • Tel: 094-9038681 / Walter 087-6297979

BER ‘A’ RATED INSULATION

• Renovations • Extensions • Attic Conversions

CALL KIERAN NOW FOR A FREE QUOTE - 087-834-3755 HOMESINSULATION@YAHOO.IE

Advertise Here! Contact 071-9154538 for details of our excellent rates

Mountain Rain Have Water your own Stream, River or Storage Well Lake

Advertise Here! Contact 071-9154538 for details of our excellent rates For a professional service in planning applications for: Private houses, extensions (any size), small scale commercial, also cottage renovations etc. Timber frame and low energy dwellings a special interest.

At Waterteck we Provide Filtration Systems which give you a Superior Quality Water Supply from any of the above sources. Please Note: Your water supply will also be free of the Unwanted Chemicals usually associated with mains water supplies

In Business Over 30 Years

Phone: 086-8072249 071-9658976 Email: waterteck@eircom.net Website: www.waterteck.com

Contact Martin McGloin Bunduff, Cliffoney, Co. Sligo casarcser@hotmail.com

Tel/Fax: 071-9166277 • Mob: 087-2817620 APPLICATIONS FOR ALL AGRICULTURAL SHEDS CARRIED OUT

Domestic & Commercial Roofing • New roofs • Re-roofing & re-lining • Gutters & valleys • Tile & slate effect sheeting • Asbestos removal & disposal We provide a reliable & professional service covering all counties of Ireland.

Call for a FREE QUOTE: 094-9860787 087-2565015 • www.waldronroofing.ie

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FREE CLASSIFIEDS OCR Waste Management Scrap Metal Collection WE PAY CASH

FOR SALE. SET OF GENT'S DUNLOP MAX GOLF IRON'S 3 SW,(Minus 7Iron) Plus, Dunlop 3 Wood and Master's Trolly Bag. All in Good Condition. Price; €120 ono. Phone; 0872862560 anytime. Club's may Suit Beginner.

SINGER SEWING MACHINE, nutribullet juicer, new in box, Siatsu massage chair, new in box, unwanted gift. 3- piece suite dutch red draylon three seater couch with 2 matching armchairs; large antique table and chairs, coffee tables, armchair, chest of drawers, lockers, beds, Lshaped bar seat , firescreen, small pine dining table phone/fax machine, mirrors, desks, all excellent condition tel: 0892146666 FOR SALE 2 Gents real leather american zipper casual jackets, Brown and grey €25 eacg. Enniscrone area. Tel: 087-2250744 CLEANER AVAILABLE. EXPERIENCED. FLEXIBLE RATES. RELIABLE AND FAST. CALL KENSI ON 0838634032. MIDLANDS separated

lady, early 60s, working, would like to get in touch with other ladies for nights out and chats, etc., friendship only. Ring or text 0871279479.

SIX BEAUTIFUL TEA ALL DIFFERENT ALL NOVELTY on tea pots can be seen on london streets seen of biscuits on them, also tea pot with lovely flowers on them. Sligo town area. Tel: 087-4013617 KITCHEN SINK, DRESSING TABLE, SELECTION OF LADIES CLOTHES, LEATHER BOOTS - SIZE 7, ANTIQUE SIDEBOARD Tel: 087-1386822 GARDEN PLOT FOR SALE IN BALLINA AREA, with Polytunnel and Shed. 100ft x 200ft. Call for More details. Marty: 0872995172 TROMBONE INS. F0762E Serviced at Reynolds Music in Omagh ept ‘17. With case €150.Boyle Tel: 087-6680050

To place your free private classified, please email info@theexpress.ie or you can post it into us: Free Classifieds, Northwest Express, NW Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo

• Wrought Iron Gates, Railings, Staircases & Balconies • Gate Automation for New and Existing Gates • Domestic and Commercial • All made to Order • Garden Furniture

Tel: 091-797891 • Mobile: 087-6371144 E: jobengr@eircom.net • www.obengineering.com Turloughmore, Co. Galway

For End of Life Cars, Lorries, Trailers, Copper, Farm Machinery, Lead, Stainless Steel, Brass, Cable and Aluminium Collected or Delivered. WEIGHBRIDGE ON SITE

Other Services: Skip Hire / Plastic, Cardboard & Paper Recycling / Woodchip / Biomass Fuel / Waste Wood Telephone: 090-6630688 / Mobile: 086-8457108 info@ocrwastemanagement.com · www.ocrwastemanagement.com Permit No. WCP-MO-0658-01

Building Contractors

• DOORS • FLOORS • KITCHENS • GENERAL HARDWARE

Rathedmond Road, Finisklin, Sligo 071-919 2011 • Buy online @ www.silvershardware.com

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED & CLEANED ALSO DRAIN JETTING SERVICE

Waste Collection permit no: NWCPO-12-11038-01

Contact Maurice on 086-2538169

Gannon Environmental Services Ltd., Creggs.

Tel 096-45423 or 087-2858333

SHS SCAFFOLDING Over 20 years in business supplying throughout Sligo & North West Scaffolding and Acrows available to Buy or Hire from our yard Supply and Erect Service Available Tube and Fitting Scaffolding also available with plastic planks for clean room environments Our Fully Trained & Certified Professional Teams specialise in providing tailored scaffolding hire solutions, using the right equipment in the right place at the right time.

INSTALLERS OF INSULATION Phone: 086-8039502 Email: johngriffinshs@gmail.com www.scaffoldinghiresligo.ie

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

Aluminium Soffit & Fascia Covering Mayo & West Sligo

• Domestic Garage Doors • PVC Coated Roller Garage Doors • Insulated Sectional Garage Doors • Fire Doors • Manual or Remote Automatic Gate Systems and Barriers Telephone: 090-6627907 Mob: 087-2725297 • doortec2@hotmail.com

SILVER’s DOOR STORE LTD

Remodels Extensions Maintenance

Call Tom: 0876786275 •C2 Reg • Insured • 30 years experience

Manufacturers of Commercial & Industrial Roller Shutters and Doors

• Spray Foam Insulation • Cavity Wall Insulation • Attic Insulation • Boiler & Heating Control Upgrades •SEAI Registered Installer

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTATION AND AVAIL OF OTHER INCENTIVES ON OFFER Corballa, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo • 096 74980 Contact: Noel on 087 744 5555 Gerry on 087 352 1327 email: noel@brusnaenergysolutions.com web: www.brusnaenergysolutions.com

H.A.H. SERVICES • Bailing • Ploughing & Re-seeding • Slurry Spreading • Digger Hire • Forest Site Clearance • Land Draining • 8 Wheel Tipper • Supplying & Fitting of Septic Tanks

TOP SOIL FOR SALE Contact Eddie on 087-8565815

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Aluminium & PVC Repairs

To windows, doors and patio doors • Traditional Tin Smiths • Copper • Aluminium • Zinc • Stainless Steel • Lead • Titanium • Natural Slate • Ornamentation

Unit 10B Old Dublin Road Business Park 071-9304960

All forms of cladding & roofing in tradition standing seam and batten roll in Copper, Zinc, Aluminium Stainless steel and Lead Sheet. Specialist flashing kits for chimneys,dormers, box gutter valleys and pitched valleys for slated roofs. Design, layout and detailing services for both commercial and private projects. Welding and fabricating of Stainless Steel and aluminium.

GG Roofing, The Grove, Kilmovee, Co. Mayo 087 2437259/094 Boyle,Phone: Co. Roscommon Telephone:9649296 071-9670010 Email: info@ggroofing.ie Email Us: info@pureflowers.ie••www.ggroofing.ie www.pureflowers.ie

Expert patio door repairs!

• Rollers • Tracks • Hinges • Door Realignment • Locks • Multilocking systems etc Over 20 years experience servicing Irish windows and doors. Fully insured GLASS PARTS ETC REPLACED Brendan Gormley: 071-9183860 / 087-2562669

Gilroy Glass Ltd BLACK SCREENED HOPPER TURF Sold in various size loads Also: Various Loads of Ash and Beech Timber Firewood for Sale

Call: 087-7462440 for delivery

North West Windows Prop. Kevin Burns - Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh Email: kburns@btinernet.com

Suppliers & Installers of uPVC Windows & Doors Wide range of colours Tel: 087-2443903 After 6pm Tel: 048-66386525

• 14 tonne machine hire • 18 tonne tractor and dump trailer hire • All ground works • Land Reclamation

Call: 087-7408907

Hazelwood Rd, Sligo

• Manufacturers of double glazed units to trade and retail • Replace your existing double glazed units with energy efficient units •Complete glazing service • Stockists of all types of glass • Glass cut while you wait

Tel: 071-9145400 Fax: 071-9140132 Mobile: 087-2341 985

Thermal Imaging Smoke Testing Draught Testing Problem Solving CCTV Chimney Inspections

Re-lining Re-building Stove Installation Twin wall flue specialists insurance claims processed

Tel: 087-6196013 / 085-1248560 Email: info@ballinachimneys.ie Fully Insured and Free Quotes

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• Septic Tank Cleaning • Emergency Service Call Out • Odours Investigated • High Velocity Water Jetting • CCTV Drain Inspection

• Domestic Drain Cleaning • Commercial Drain Cleaning • Man Hole Covers Replaced • Annual Maintenance Contracts

email: wimseywaste@gmail.com

Contact Damien: 087 297 4842 or 071 916 8086

LG GLASS & GLAZING

(All Sizes)

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• Rapid Repair Service • Decorative Mirrors • Glass Shower Units • Coloured Glass • Internal Doors • Glass Stairs & Balustrade Westport Road, Castlebar • Tel: 094-9022000 • www.lg-glass.ie

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TERRYS STOVES www.terrysstoves.com

Furniture recovering and restoration including covering of chairs, 3 piece suites, headboards, car seats and boat seats. Hotel and Bar seating, Office furniture and other Contract / Commercial furniture. Repair of sails, tents and other outdoor gear for sports and leisure. We provide a service of Colour consultancy and Interior advice. We retail upholstery fabrics and essentials. Collection and delivery can be arranged at a small fee, depending on distance. Boradruma, Snugboro, Castlebar • Tel: 094 9023532 / 086 8350608 Open Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm • Visit us online at www.boradrumaupholstery.ie

RETT ’S QUARRY LTD BAR Quality Stone Products & Plant Hire

MULTIPURPOSE GARDEN SHEDS & GARAGES

We are a family run quarrying & plant hire business, offering quality products and services to customers for more than 50 years. Our Quarrying Products Include: • All types of crushed stone • Chippings suitable for driveways, garden beds, sizes to suit individual requirements. Building Stone • Sand and Gravel • Readymix Services. We have an extensive range of fleet for hire including tippers, artic tippers, Flatbeds and low loaders

We are National and International Hauliers • Phone: 097-83890 • Mobile: 087-2226243 • Fax: 097-83890 email: barrettsquarry@gmail.com • Bangor Erris, Co. Mayo

Contact: Ray Lynch Corlis, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Phone: 086-8943034 or 094-9621938 • AGENTS REQUIRED

RIGHT PRICE S&S TREE FIREPLACES & STOVES SERVICES

Covering all aspects of Tree Services & Surgery including:

Check out our new website for the latest oﬀers www.rightpricefireplacesandstoves.com €200 SCRAPPAGE SCHEME ON YOUR OLD FIREPLACE AGAINST THE COST OF A NEW FIREPLACE OR STOVE

OUR PRICES WILL NOT BE BEATEN! Eﬀrinagh Village, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim Tel: 071-9623345 / 086-6073181

Dangerous Tree Removal Site Clearance Overgrown Hedging Wood Chipping Fully Insured & NPTC Certified Years of Experience Call today for a FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE

Tel: 087-6319-313 or 087-9640-902 094-938-0143

• Free Survey available • Solid Fuel Stoves • Gas Fires

people with energy

When buying a stove you need good information on the wide range that is available I will help you get the product that best suits your needs.

Buy Once! Buy Right!

Phone: 0872066910 or 0719197925

Bonniconlon Road, Ballina

Wastewater Treatment Systems

• Pre Cast Sep!c Tanks / Supplied & Fi"ed • Sep!c Tank Upgrading • Pump Sta!ons for Domes!c & Commercial use • Service and Repairs to most models of Treatment System • All Groundwork Services / Machine Hire / Dumper Hire • Covering the North West

Michael 0872767003 / Aidan: 0876694186 Email: eganwastewater@gmail.com

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INDUSTRY LEAVING “RUB-OFF” HEAT DETECTION SYSTEM Incredible Sticking Power

Apply above the tail between the hip and the pin bone. When mounted, the tag will turn red. Branches and tail swish will not scratch off the tag! Too many mountings will turn the tag white...proabably meaning the heat cycle has passed.

CONVENIENT • ACCURATE • RELIABLE

ALSO: MILKING PARLOUR MATS

• Size 3ft x 3ft x 16mm • Extremely tough and durable rubber • Unique integral interlocking tabs

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HUGE SPRING SALE - APRIL SPECIAL OFFERS VOLKSWAGEN GOLF RANGE 172 Volkswagen Golf 2.0TDI 150BHP Highline 6 Speed 171 Volkswagen Golf 1.6TDI H/L Leather 172 Volkswagen Golf Estate C/L 115BHP Extras 171 Volkswagen Golf Allstar 1.6TDI 172 Volkswagen Golf 1.6TDI C/L 171 Volkswagen Golf Sport 1.6TDI 161 Volkswagen Golf H/L 1.6TDI 161 Volkswagen Golf C/L 1.6TDI 161 Volkswagen Golf E-R 151 Volkswagen Golf TL 1.6TDI A/T 151 Volkswagen Golf HL 1.6TDI 151 Volkswagen Golf CL 1.6TDI 151 Volkswagen Golf TL 1.6 151 Volkswagen Golf CL 1.2 petrol

WAS €36,000 €25,500 €25,500 €23,500 €24,500 €22,500 €22,500 €19,500 €19,500 €20,000 €19,500 €18,500 €17,500 €16,500

NOW €35,500 €23,500 €23,500 €21,500 €22,500 €20,500 €19,950 €17,950 €17,500 €18,500 €17,500 €16,500 €14,900 €14,500

VOLKSWAGEN JETTA RANGE 172 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0TDI C/L Automatic 171 Volkswagen Jetta HL 2.0TDI 110HP 171 Volkswagen Jetta CL 2.0TDI 110HP 171 Volkswagen Jetta TL 2.30TDI 110HP 162 Volkswagen Jetta HL 2.0TDI 110HP 161 Volkswagen Jetta CL 2.0TDI 110HP 161 Volkswagen Jetta CL 2.0TDI 151 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0TDI 110HP 152 Volkswagen Jetta CL 2.0TDI 151 Volkswagen Jetta CL 1.6TDI 151 Volkswagen Jetta TL 2.0TDI 142 Volkswagen Jetta CL 1.6TDI 141 Volkswagen Jetta TL 1.6TDI 131 Volkswagen Jetta HL 1.6TDI 131 Volkswagen Jetta CL 1.6TDI 132 Volkswagen Jetta CL 1.6TDI

€25,950 €24,500 €23,500 €21,500 €20,500 €18,500 €17,500 €17,500 €16,500 €16,500 €15,500 €14,500 €13,500 €14,500 €14,500 €13,500

€23,950 €22,500 €21,500 €19,500 €19,000 €16,950 €15,000 €16,000 €14,500 €14,500 €13,500 €12,950 €12,500 €13,500 €13,500 €12,000

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT RANGE 172 Volkswagen Passat 1.6TDI H/L 172 Volkswagen Passat 1.6TDI C/L Extras 171 Volkswagen Passat H/L 1.6TDI 171 Volkswagen Passat CL 1.6TDI 171 Volkswagen Passat CL 1.6TDI 161 Volkswagen Passat HL BE 2.0TDI 150HP 161 Volkswagen Passat HL 1.6TDI Leather 161 Volkswagen Passat CL 1.6TDI 161 Volkswagen Passat TL 1.6TDI 161 Volkswagen Passat CL 2.0TDI 150HP 152 Volkswagen Passat HL A/T 2.0TDI 150HP 151 Volkswagen Passat Cl 2.0TDI 150HP 151 Volkswagen Passat Cl 1.6TDI 151 Volkswagen Passat TL 1.6TDI 142 Volkswagen Passat HL 1.6TDI

€31,500 €30,000 €29,500 €27,500 €25,500 €27,500 €24,500 €22,500 €20,000 €24,500 €22,500 €20,000 €18,500 €17,500 €18,500

€29,500 €27,500 €27,500 €25,950 €23,500 €25,000 €22,500 €19,950 €18,950 €22,500 €20,500 €17,500 €16,500 €16,000 €16,500

VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN RANGE 172 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI Comfortline 7 Seater 161 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI Comfortline 7 Seater 151 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDDI T/L 7 Seater 151 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI C/L 5 Seater A/T 131 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI C/L 5 Seater A/T 131 Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDI T/L 5 Seater 131 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI T/L 7 Seater 2008 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI T/L 7 Seater 2006 Volkswagen Touran 1.6TDI 7 Seater

€31,500 €26,500 €24,500 €26,500 €21,000 €15,500 €13,000 €7,500 €3,500

€29,500 €24,500 €22,500 €24,500 €18,500 €13,500 €10,500 €6,000 €2,500

VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN RANGE 171 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0TDI H/L 7 Seater Extras 171 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0TDI C/L 7 seater Extras 161 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0TDI C/L 7 seater Extras

€41,000 €37,500 €34,500

€38,500 €35,500 €31,500

131 2008 2007

Volkswagen Sharan 2.0TDI C/L 7 seater Extras Volkswagen Sharan 2.0TDI T/L 7 Seater extras Volkswagen Sharan 2.0TDI C/l 7 Seater Extras

BUSES RANGE 151 151 2012 2008 2008 2006

Volkswagen Shuttle 2.0TDI 8 Seater LWB Volkswagen Kombi LWB 6 seater Volkswagen Shuttle 9 Seater Volkswagen Shuttle 9 Seater Volkswagen Kombi LWB 6 Seater Volkswagen Shuttle 9 Seater

€22,500 €8,500 €7,500

€19,500 €7,500 €6,000

€32,500 €21,500 + VAT €23,000 €10,500 €10,500 €6,500

€29,500 €18,500 + VAT €21,000 €7,500 €8,500 €4,500

VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN RANGE 162 Volkswagen Tiguan New Model 2.0TDI 150BHP 161 Volkswagen Tiguan sport 2.0TDI 150BHP 161 Volkswagen Tiguan E-R Line2.0TDI 110BHP 161 Volkswagen Tiguan LL 2.0TDI 110BHP 151 Volkswagen Tiguan Sport 2.0TDI 110BHP

€31,500 €27,500 €27,500 €24,500 €23,500

€29,950 €25,500 €25,000 €22,500 €21,500

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT CC RANGE 151 Volkswagen Passat CC 2.0TDI 140BHP 141 Volkswagen Passat CC 2.0TDI 140BHP 132 Volkswagen Passat CC 2.0TDI 140BHP

€24,500 €22,500 €17,500

€22,000 €19,500 €14,500

VOLKSWAGEN POLO RANGE 161 Volkswagen Polo TL 1.4 TDI 161 Volkswagen Polo TL 1.0 Petrol 152 Volkswagen Polo CL 1.4TDI 151 Volkswagen Polo CL 1.0 Petrol 141 Volkswagen Polo TL 1.2 Petrol

€15,500 €14,500 €14,500 €14,500 €12,000

€13,950 €12,500 €12,950 €12,500 €10,950

VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE RANGE 161 Volkswagen Beetle DSN 2.0TDI 110BHP 142 Volkswagen Beetle DSN 1.6TDI 141 Volkswagen Beetle Sport 2.0TDI 140BHP 131 Volkswagen Beetle Sport 2.0TDI 140BHP 141 Volkswagen Scirrocco 2.0TDI 140 R -Line

€20,000 €18,500 €18,500 €16,500 €20,000

€18,500 €16,500 €16,500 €13,500 €18,000

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SV /GOLF PLUS 161 Volkswagen Golf SV TL 151 Volkswagen Golf SV HL 1.6TDI 151 Volkswagen Golf SV CL 1.6TDI 151 Volkswagen golf SV CL A/T 1.6TDI 142 Volkswagen Golf SV CL 1.6TDI 141 Volkswagen Golf Plus Life 1.6TDI 132 Volkswagen Golf Plus TL 1.6TDI 2011 Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.6TDI 2010 Volkswagen Golf CL 1.6TDI 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9TDI 2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.9TDI

€21,000 €19,000 €18,000 €18,950 €16,500 €15,500 €15,000 €12,500 €9,500 €7,500 €5,000

€19,000 €17,000 €16,000 €16,950 €14,500 €13,500 €13,000 €10,500 €7,500 €5,500 €3,000

OTHER MAKES 2011 2008 2011 2009 2010 2009 2008 131 2010 2012 2012 131 2008 2011

€13,500 €7,500 €14,500 €9,500 €12,500 €8,950 €8,950 €11,500 €9,500 €18,500 €16,500 €12,000 €8,500 €8,000

€11,500 €6,000 €12,500 €8,000 €10,500 €7,500 €7,500 €9,500 €7,500 €16,000 €14,500 €10,500 €7,000 €6,950

Audi A4 120BHP Audi a6 A/T (80,000 Mls) Audi A4 170BHP (80,000Mls) Audi A6 2.0TDI A/T Audi A4 S-Line 140BHP Audi A3 1.9TDI BMW 520d SE A/T Citroen A4 1.4 DSL (88K0 Citroen Grand Picasso A/T Ford Galaxy A/T DSL Ford Galaxy 1.6DSL Ford Focus 1.6DSL Ford Galaxy 1.8DSL Ford Mondeo