Galway Bay FM News Archives
FUNDING SECURED FOR N63 ROAD PROJECT FROM ABBEYKNOCKMOY TO BALLYGLUNIN
Date Published: 30-May-2012
One point seven million euro in funding has been secured for improvement works on the N63 Galway to Roscommon road, from Ballyglunin to Abbeyknockmoy
The aid had been allocated last year but was returned to the NRA after it failed to be drawn down following a delay in the process of appointing consultants.
The realignment project was then given an allocation of just 500 thousand euro which would enable fencing work only.
Tuam Councillor Peter Roche says the Director of Services Frank Gilmore has now confirmed that the original funding has now been restored.
It’s due to go out to tender later this week with work expected to start late this year or early 2013.
Speaking to Galway Bay fm news, Councillor Roche says the project represents a serious investment in the East Galway 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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