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GALWAY TD URGES TURF CUTTERS TO COMPLY WITH THE LAW
Date Published: 05-Apr-2012
Galway East TD Paul Connaughton is urging turf-cutters with raised bogs in areas of special conservation to refrain from cutting this year.
He’s insisting progress IS being made in Europe to allow concessions for turf-cutters on certain bogs.
Ministers Phil Hogan and Jimmy Deenihan, and Conor Skehan, chairman of the Peatlands Council, met with the Environment Commissioner in Brussels on Tuesday, and presented a three-year transitional plan for bogs, prepared by the Turf Cutters and Contractors Association, or TCCA.
Deputy Connaughton says the convoy asked for flexibility in light of the large volume of work being carried out, and that relocation is not possible in some cases.
Meanwhile, Michael Fitzmaurice of the TCCA told Galway Talks that discussions in Europe are not working effectively.
He says he will be out on his bog cutting turf this year, even if it means being arrrested.
Deputy Connaughton says he understands people’s frustrations, but is asking that people stay engaged with the process in Europe, and not cut turf.
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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