Galway Bay FM News Archives
CALL FOR SUPPORT FOR GRID WEST PROJECT
Date Published: 05-Mar-2013
A dramatically enhanced electricity system is crucial for the future development of the west of Ireland.
That’s according to the Council for the West, which is calling on local communities and landowners to support the proposed Grid West project.
The Grid West project is Eirgird’s plan to develop and upgrade the electricity transmission network from now until 20-25.
The project will initially consist of a new high capacity power line linking Bellacorick, Mayo to a strong point on the transmission grid.
It’s envisaged that, in time, the project will involve two high capacity power lines from Bellacorrick, Mayo to both Cashla in Galway and Flagford in Roscommon.
The investment is worth around 240 million, and the plan is now at consultation level.
Eirgrid are holding open days on the project in Galway – the first in Athenry at the Raheen woods this Thursday and the second in Flannery’s hotel in the city on Friday. (7 and 8 March)
Chairman of the Council for the West Sean Hannick says the project is badly needed to develop the western region
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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