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FINE GAEL LEADER SAYS GALWAY JOB CREATION LIES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Date Published: 09-Nov-2009
The future of Galway job creation lies in the area of biotechnology.
That’s according to Fine Gael leader, Enda Kenny, who says Galway is well placed to create endless job opportunities in this area.
Speaking in Galway today, Deputy Kenny said it’s time the government takes advantage of Galway’s position as a world leader in wind speeds.
The opposition leader met with local business people in Galway earlier to discuss plans for economic recovery.
He was joined by the party’s main economic spokespeople, Richard Bruton, George Lee and Leo Varadkar.
The Fine Gael leader also proposed a number of measures to help Galway businesses in the current economic climate.
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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