Over 4,000 passports issued to Sligo residents so far this year

It's emerged that over 4,000 passports have been issued to Sligo residents alone so far this year.The figures were revealed to local Councillor Thomas Walsh who has urged the public to check their passport expiration date before travelling and apply for renewal early.The Sligo Drumcliff Councillor says anyone planning to travel in the next six months must ensure their passport is in date.The Fine Gael Councillor says the online option is the quickest, easiest and most cost-effective way to apply.