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NEW REGIME AIMS TO REDUCE COUNTY WATER BILLS
Date Published: 11-Dec-2008
Unusually large water bills in the county could become a thing of the past, now that the County Council and its agent, Celtic Anglican in Athenry have come up with a new payment regime.
Farmers and businesses in the county have received bills for as much as 10 thousand euro a year.
However, the Council now says that if the water user fixes leaks, and where the council is convinced that the higher water usage was not the norm, the bill will be reduced to 20 percent.
Under the new regime, taps must be checked for leaks, ball cocks must be working properly and broken or bruised pipes must be replaced immediately.
Galway East T.D, Paul Connaughton, says this will be a great relief to consumers who faced large water bills.
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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