There has been a wide welcome in Waterford to the news that €12.6 million has been allocated for the access works and the sustainable transport bridge for the North Quays development.
On Deise Today Maria talks to former Waterford TD John Halligan about this news and how he sees a new government panning out.
Paul Kelly from the Haven Pharmacy Tramore talks about the rise in the sale of face masks as the Coronavirus continues to spread.
A new survey shows that 80% of adults have not thought, or talked about, where they would like to be cared for if they became seriously ill or frail, and just 5% have documented what their place of care preferences are. Maria speaks to social worker Geraldine Sutton.
And Sean Martin from the Postmasters Union warns that more post offices could close as the government looks to hike the price of the stamp.
Also on the show, Maria speaks to Glen Lynch from the Brill Family Resource Centre and Fianna Fail councillor Jason Murphy about the proposed redevelopment of Ryans Pub in Ballybeg. A new apartment block development has raised concerns in the local community.
Elaine Fennelly from Crystal Valley Tech discusses the challenges of recruitment, especially for SMEs.
Marrian Merrick, a former teacher who has just returned from a visit to the West Bank in Palestine, gives details of a talk she will give on her experience in Waterford this evening.
And we take another look ahead to the Waterford Business Awards.
