Galway Bay FM News Archives
PEST CONTROL COMPANY REMOVES WILD CATS FROM UHG
Date Published: 13-Dec-2012
The HSE West has called in a pest control company to remove wild cats from the grounds of University Hospital Galway.
They’ve also confirmed this evening that the problem of fleas at the hospital was caused by cats.
A number of staff working in the outpatient department at UHG have been bitten by fleas recently, however there is no sign that patients have been affected.
The HSE has now identified that the bites were caused by cat fleas, and that the wild cats on the grounds are one possible source.
In a statement to Galway Bay FM News this evening, the HSE West says, “There have been wild cats on the grounds of the hospital in recent weeks and we have been in contact with GSPCA on the matter. The cats are being removed from the hospital grounds by a pest control company and are being brought to a vet to be humanely put down or re-housed if possible. The vet is able to identify that these cats are wild due to their condition and the absence of microchips or collars.
The statement continues, “The hospital has a responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and staff at all times. We are taking all appropriate measures to address the problem of fleas and we will continue to do so until the matter is fully addressed.”
The HSE West says they have also liaised with the HSE Environmental Health and Public Health Departments in relation to the matter.
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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