Galway Bay FM News Archives
BEDS TO CLOSE AT ST BRIGID’S HOSPITAL BALLINASLOE
Date Published: 01-Dec-2011
The HSE has ruled out closing 37 beds at St.Brigid’s hospital in Ballinasloe as staff had initially feared.
Staff at the psychiatric hospital became concerned that all 37 beds would close at the admissions unit, with news the HSE was to close this number of acute beds across the region.
However, it is being mooted that at least 11 beds will be closed at St. Lukes ward leaving just six beds at the intensive care unit.
In a statement to Galway Bay fm news, the HSE West ruled out closing 37 beds but stopped short of stating how many, if any, would be closed.
Councillor Dermot Connolly says he has been advised beds will definitely close at St. Brigid’s.
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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