Project to tackle isolation of older men

A PILOT GAA project aimed at offsetting the isolation of older men, particularly in rural areas, is to be made permanent.

Seán Kilbride has been appointed as the Association’s new social initiative project manager. The former inter-county footballer will begin his role today and will be based in Croke Park.

Mr Kilbride, who played at minor, U21 and senior level for Mayo and the senior grade for Roscommon, is an active member of St Brigid’s in Roscommon and his two sons, Senan and Ian, are current members of the Connacht winning county senior football panel.