He has paid tribute to his fellow councillors, family and staff and management of Leitrim County Council.

The closure is to allow the refurbishment works to begin on site.

The Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland also known as the Charity Féileacáin has asked for buildings around Ireland to show their support by lighting up blue and pink on the night.

Goldpine Partnership are seeking to the develop ground floor units with a total area of 1,348 metres squared, which can be divided into between two and seven units, at a site adjacent to Flynn's Field car park.

The development would facilitate the conversion of an existing out building for use as a Parish Hall at Kiltyclogher Church.

The development would consist of one two storey building and a single storey construction featuring enterprise units.

The current waiting time for a driving test in Carrick on Shannon is 7 months.

He will hold the role until with effect from the 18th of September until a permanent appointment is made.