Galway Bay FM News Archives
MINISTER SHATTER REFUSES TO ROW BACK ON CLOSURE OF LISBROOK HOUSE
Date Published: 24-Oct-2012
Justice Minister Alan Shatter has refused to row back on his decision to close city asylum centre Lisbrook House.
It follows a meeting with Galway Oirechtas members at government buildings last evening [Oct 23] to discuss the closure.
The meeting was attended by Galway TDs Eamon O’Cuiv, Michael Kitt, Derek Nolan, Brian Walsh who co-ordinated the gathering following representations from local campaigners, and Galway Senator Fidelma Healy Eames.
The Minister once again cited cost reasons and the expiry of a lease on the Galway Lisbrook house building which is located at the former Ibis Hotel, off the Headford Road.
120 of the residents, mainly single males have already moved to alternative accommodation at the Great Western hostel in the city while others have moved to similar centres in Limerick and Drogheda.
The remaining 120 will have vacated the premises by mid November with some moving to the Eglington this Friday.
Deputy Brian Walsh who convened the meeting with the Minister told Galway Bay fm news that although the Minister will not be reversing his decision, he has vowed to introduce legislation next year which will bring in significant reforms for our asylum seeker community.
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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