Galway Bay FM News Archives
STAFF AT ATHENRY ALZHEIMERS CENTRE DEMAND REVERSAL OF PAY CUT
Date Published: 14-Dec-2011
20 care assistants at the Western Alzheimers centre in Athenry are calling for an immediate reversal of pay cuts.
It follows the introduction of a four percent cut to their hourly rate last week [Dec 5] reducing the rate to 12 euro.
The cut represents a saving of 28 thousand euro and is the second in a series of cuts this year.
The Western Alzheimers regional branch is based in Athenry where the 22 bed facility also provides three day care places as relief for local families.
SIPTU Health Services Organiser Paul Hardy says savings could be looked at elsewhere such as in the area of management consultants.
The CEO of Western Alzheimers John Grant argues that the cuts, which were taken across the board, were the only way to stop job losses.
HIQA is also insisting that the Athenry site be upgraded to the tune of 100 thousand euro which the organisation must now find the funds for.
John Grant says the organisation had no other option but to cut wages.
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.
Families queue up for school’s offer of free house
West has lower cancer survival rates than rest
Galway minors continue to lay waste to all opponents
Gardaí and IFA issue a joint appeal on summer road safety
Marathon Man plans to call a halt – but not before he hits 160 races
