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FIRST DAY OF M17 HEARING DRAWS TO A CLOSE
Date Published: 23-Apr-2008
The first day of the oral hearing into the proposed M17, Galway to Tuam motorway, is coming to a close.
The hearing, which is being chaired by An Bord Pleanala Inspector, Billy Moore, heard initial evidence from Galway County Council today in support of the 200 million euro scheme.
Over 100 people, and heritage group, An Taisce, have lodged objections to the plans by Galway County Council to build the 25 and a half kilometre road from Rathmorrissey outside Galway City to the existing N17 where it will join the planned Tuam bypass.
Peter Edwards of Parkman Carl Bro Punch, project Director for the Scheme presented his engineering report to the hearing.
He outlined the route selection, design, rights of way and drainage details for the project.
He also gave details of a motorway service area which will be located at the Rathmorrissey Interchange.
Galway Council Council will continue to present evidence in support of the scheme over the next few days, while hundreds of objectors will have a chance to voice their concerns through various representatives after that.
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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