Galway Bay FM News Archives
HELPLINE SET UP FOLLOWING BROTHERS OF CHARITY GALWAY ABUSE REPORT
Date Published: 11-Dec-2007
A report on the Inquiry into abuse at the Brothers of Charity residential centre at Kilcornan in Clarinbridge and the Holy Family School in Renmore has made several recommendations
The 176 page, ten-chapter report which looks into claims of sexual and physical abuse at the two premises, was published today [11/12]
It reveals that a total of 21 complaints were made by current or former clients of the Brothers of Charity
These allegations were made against 18 individuals – 11 brothers, 4 lay members of staff and 3 past service users during the period 1965 to 1998
Of those 18 individuals, 2 were convicted, 8 were deceased at the time of the Inquiry and the remainder are no longer involved with the provision of services to vulnerbale clients with the Brothers of Charity
There has been much criticism about the length of time it took to complete the report as it was first commissioned in 1999 by the then Western Health Board
Laverne McGuinness, National Director for Primary, Community and Continuing Care says there were many issues to deal with, which delayed the process
This evening the Brothers of Charity have released details of a helpline number for anyone who has concerns connected with the publication of this report on abuse allegations
It comes into effect from tomorrow morning at 11 ……. it’s a freephone 1800 252058, that’s 1800 252058
It will be open from 11 tomorrow morning until 7 in the evening and 11am to 7pm on Thursday and Friday also
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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