Gardaí launch increased patrols at popular Kilrush spots
Increased patrols have been undertaken by An Garda Síochána at busy locations in Kilrush.
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Keating seeks public lighting upgrade in Knockerra
*Knockerra Church. Photograph: Graham Horn No plans to upgrade public lighting in Knockerra are currently on the table of Clare County Council officials.
Improving lighting at Clare piers an investment in safety & fishing’s survival
Close attention needs to be paid to lighting surrounding piers in North and West Clare.
Resurfacing of Lower Frances St to be examined when Irish Water works conclude
*Cllr Ian Lynch. Photograph: John Mangan Clare County Council crews will examine the potential of carrying out road surfacing at Lower Frances St in Kilrush once Irish Water complete works a wastewater treatment plant.
Moyasta & Labasheeda groups hopeful to be successful with Faoin Spéir award
Groups in Moyasta and Labasheeda are among those hoping to hold outdoor activities backed by The Arts Council under a new scheme.
Common sense has died when it comes to rural planning policies – Kelly
*Cllr PJ Kelly. Photograph: John Mangan A united front is needed from Clare’s Oireachtas members to amend planning legislation to alter structures for rural planning.
Areas of North & West Clare need to be viewed as ‘areas to live not visit’
Areas of North and West Clare cannot be viewed solely as places for people to visit, the Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District has stressed.
Over 300 waiting on social housing in West & North Clare
*Ennistymon. Photograph: Martin Connolly Demand for social housing is exceeding supply in North and West Clare.
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.
HSE slammed for continued loss of speech & language therapy
Continued loss of speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy services for children and adults is having a huge negative impact while the HSE were brandished an “absolute disgrace” for their dealings of the services.