Galway Bay FM News Archives
TDs CLASH OVER PROPOSED GALWAY BAY FISH FARM
Date Published: 25-Mar-2013
Two west Galway TDs have clashed publicly about issues surrounding the proposed controversial salmon farm development close to Inisheer in Galway Bay.
Fianna Fáil’s Eámon Ó Cuív says Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Simon Coveney is supporting the project which is inappropriate for the Minister.
However, Fine Gael Deputy Seán Kyne says Minister Coveney pointed out in the Dáil that he could not take sides in relation to the salmon farming project.
Earlier this month, hundreds of protestors took part in a demonstration in the city to highlight their opposition to the plans.
In a statement to Galway Bay fm news a spokesperson for the Department says the B.I.M. application and its accompanying environmental statement is still under consideration.
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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