Galway Bay FM News Archives
CLLRS VOTE TO EXTINGUISH TUAM RIGHT OF WAY
Date Published: 27-Nov-2012
One of the most contentious issues in the Tuam area in many years reached another stage last evening (Nov 26) when County Councillors voted to extinguish a long standing public right-of-way in the Palace Grounds area.
However, it was agreed that an alternative public right-of-way would be provided close to the original right-of-way in question in Tuam.
Cllr Sean Cunniffe raised several issues in regard to the extinguishment of the right of way including the safety of children and he referred to the safety issue in light of the number of people who use a carpark at the location.
Council Engineer Liam Gavin told the meeting that safety concerns had been fully addressed in his report and that he was satisfied with the alternatives being proposed.
26 Cllrs voted in favour of the extinguishment of the right of way with 3 abstentions.
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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