Galway Bay FM News Archives
NEED FOR BUS PROMOTION HIGHLIGHTED IN GALWAY SURVEY
Date Published: 01-Sep-2009
There’s not enough being done to promote the use of buses in Galway and more people are using cars in Galway City as a result.
That’s according to a recent survey undertaken by the Galway Chamber Traffic and Transportation Forum.
It surveyed 200 secondary school children attending 3 of Galway’s largest secondary schools to establish how people travelled to and from school and their attitude to public transport.
94 per cent of those interviewed felt that more should be done to promote bus usage.
The survey found that the main issues affecting students confidence in buses were that there were not enough buses, they were not punctual, they were overcrowded and the bus stops were not suitable.
Safety on school buses was also a concern of those interviewed due to the condition of the buses and the attitude of many of the drivers.
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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