The event will take place at 7pm in the Iontas Centre in Castleblayney tonight.

The hall which was built in 1948 has received a funding allocation of €250,000 for upgrade works.

Cllr Bennett believes that road safety measures across local villages are a “necessity” in order to protect local pedestrians.

The initiative is focused on women who may be thinking about running for election either this year or in 5 years' time.

Cllr Cathy Bennett believes more must be done to help individuals and families who are suffering from domestic abuse at a local level.

We are encouraging those with vacant or derelict properties to try and do something with it.

The strategy is currently in the process of being drafted.

Under regulation Irish Water has a duty to leave roads up to design standard when the works are completed.