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09 Sept 2025

PICTURES | County Longford Public Participation Network: Ten years connecting communities

County Longford PPN allows a diversity of voices and interests to be facilitated and involved in the decision-making process

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Maria Keelty, PPN Disability Rep
“The PPN is all about networking, it's about putting people first and foremost. We've achieved a lot, we've worked with the Community Gardaí here in town in relation to blue badges, parking spaces. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO

"We've achieved a lot with Irish Rail, where people were putting buggies and luggage and everything into the area meant for wheelchairs. And we campaigned with them for nearly three and a half years and finally this year we got the sign put up, please respect this area for wheelchairs users and do not put luggage on it.

“We've had some great campaigns and we've loved every bit of it. And it's about meeting new people. It's been worthwhile and it's all about sharing.

“That's why I've called the PPN family. I don't know all of the groups but it's been a pleasure being involved for the last seven years.”

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