Shortage of accessibility for wheelchair users in Sixmilebridge
Accessibility must form an integral part of a review into the standard of footpaths in Sixmilebridge.
Donna McGettigan
Shannon man considering buying car to live in due to ongoing struggle to get a property
A Shannon man has revealed he is considering buying a car for the purposes of sleeping in it after spending the last four months living on the couch of a relative.
Tree of hope planted in Shannon
A tree of hope was planted in Shannon to mark world mental health day and is hoped to become a symbol of support in the town.
People of Shannon remain angry with standard of grass-cutting
Attention to detail is lacking in the maintenance of Shannon leading to an unflattering portrayal of the town.
Ban on inflatable toys to be implemented at Clare beaches
Inflatable toys are to be banned from Clare beaches, rivers and lakes.
‘A disaster for Shannon’ – Clare councillors speak out against calls to put Airport back under DAA’s control
Strong opposition has been voiced by Clare councillors on the possibility of the DAA getting back involved with Shannon Airport.
Shannon ‘ignored’ in Limerick/Shannon Area transport strategy
Clare councillors have expressed annoyance that the Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy (LSMATS) is very dominant in favour of its neighbouring county.
‘People not just sleeping on couches but living there’ – McGettigan highlights homelessness in Clare
More households are exiting homelessness services in Clare since the introduction of a Homeless Action Team, Council management have stated while a Shannon councillor has highlighted that individuals in the county are living on relatives couches.
Elevated local property tax levels to remain in Clare
Elevated rates of local property tax will remain in Co Clare next year while calls for the Government to refund the Council’s spend on COVID-19 measures have also been made.
Inquiry sought into provision of Mid-West mental health services
An independent inquiry into mental health crisis services in the Mid-West has been sought by Clare members of Sinn Féin and the Haven Hubs.