Meath Councillors Back Proposal for Light-Therapy Boxes in Local Libraries - 11/03/2026

A proposal to install light-therapy boxes in public libraries within the Laytown/Bettystown Municipal District received support from councillors at the latest council meeting.Sinn Fein Councillor Maria White tabled a motion calling on Meath County Council to commit to the purchase and installation of the devices in libraries in the district to support community wellbeing during the darker months of the year.Light-therapy boxes are commonly used to help people experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and other forms of low mood linked to reduced daylight during the winter months.Introducing the motion, Councillor White said the initiative would help communities prepare for the darker winter months and support people who struggle with low mood due to reduced daylight.Councillor White joined us on The Agenda this morning to tell us more about this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.