Bring segregated cycle lanes to all approach roads to Ennis says Mayor Murphy
Introduction of segregated cycle lanes on all main approach roads into the county town has been solicited by the Mayor of Ennis.
Clare Colleran Molloy
Pedestrian & cyclist activity a priority for redesign of Corrovorrin Junction
*Corrovorrin Junction. Photograph: Gary Collins Different designs are being assessed for the development of Corrovorrin Junction with pedestrian and cyclist activity on the approach the priority.
More recycling facilities sought for south side of Ennis
Absence of waste recycling facilities “on the southern side of Ennis” have led to calls for the installation of a bottle bank to cater for residents in this part of town.
Lack of accidents on ‘heavily traversed’ stretch between Drehidnagower & Drumcliffe a surprise for Ennis councillors
Renewed attempts to provide a footpath and pedestrian crossing across the River Fergus in Drehidnagower have formed a submission to the National Transport Authority (NTA).
Councillors seek greater input to allocation of social housing
Clare councillors are keen to have a greater involvement when it comes to the allocation of social housing within the county.
Barefield walking route ‘neglected’
Several measures have been undertaken to improve a popular walking passage in Barefield, staff within the Ennis Municipal District have said but they have proven to be sufficient according to a local councillor.
Provision of Ennis town bus service remains ‘absolute priority’ for NTA
A town bus service for Ennis is “an absolute priority” of the National Transport Authority (NTA).
Use of Ashford Court Hotel to house emergency homeless persons ‘inappropriate’ – Ennis councillors
*A tent belonging to a homeless person in Ennis. Photograph: John Mangan Clare County Council have defended the use of Ashford Court Hotel to meet the needs of emergency homeless persons and described the system as “very successful” despite growing concerns from residents and elected representatives.
‘Open the wallets to acquire Rocky Rd’ say Ennis councillors
Value for money must be evident if Clare County Council are to purchase the Rocky Road, a senior officer with the local authority has said.
NTA behind proposal to bring rail link to Shannon Airport
Provision of a rail link for Shannon is included as an objective of the Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy (LSMATS) which will include a spur to Shannon Airport.