Galway Bay FM News Archives
Appeal to Galway farmers with spare fodder
Date Published: 26-Apr-2013
The IFA and Teagasc are appealing to Galway farmers with fodder to spare to make themselves known.
Farmers in the east of the county are understood to be worst affected by fodder shortages, which is being described as a ‘nationwide crisis’
It follows months of difficult weather conditions and hundreds of farmers are now struggling to feed their livestock.
Grass is beginning to grow, but farmers who are able to do so are urged to spread fertiliser on their land.
This week, the Minister for Agriculture announced an allocation of 1 million euro for an imported fodder transport scheme.
The department has also set up a helpline for farmers in difficulty
– that number is 1850 2-11-990.
Many farmers with the ability to sell fodder are now sold out, and more is needed.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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