Galway Bay FM News Archives
SERIOUS FINANCIAL BLOW FOR COUNTY COUNCIL
Date Published: 21-Dec-2012
The finances of Galway County Council have been dealt a serious blow with news that over 8 million euro is still outstanding for works carried out on the Aran Islands.
The works worth around 4.4 million euro were carried out at Caladh Mor pier on Inis Meain while over 4.1 million euro worth of works took place at Kilronan harbour.
County Manager Martina Maloney told the County Council meeting last evening (thurs dec 20) that the Department of Gaeltacht is refusing to pay the money.
According to the County manager, the Government Department says its only obligation is to pay the original sum on the contracts
She added that such a situation is unprecedented as the council has never found itself in this situation before, and the work was carried out in good faith.
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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