Difference in provision of bins between Killaloe & Scariff rubbished
*Photograph: Eoin O’Hagan Scariff is not getting the same treatment as Killaloe when it comes to the upgrade of bins, the Leas Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council has claimed.
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Elements of anti-social behaviour persist at 12 O’Clock Hills
*Photograph: Ian Nutt Elements of anti-social behaviour continue to occur at one of East Clare’s most popular attractions, local representatives have warned.
‘Bad dips’ along Tulla to Kilkishen road to be monitored by Council
*Cllr Joe Cooney. Photograph: Eamon Ward Works to identified “bad dips” along the R462 from Tulla to Kilkishen are to be monitored and carried out this year.
Lighting in Derra brought into focus
A finishing touch to Kilkishen would be provided by one additional street light.
‘Horrible’ treatment of Aer Lingus’ Shannon Airport workers condemned
*Photograph: Air Review Aer Lingus have been criticised for the “abysmal” manner in which it treated its workers at Shannon Airport.
‘We can’t go around watching dog’s bums’ – East Clare reps highlight dog fouling
An East Clare representative has quipped that the public can’t expect Clare County Council to “go around everyday watching dog’s bums to see what is falling out of it” as concerns persist with regard to dog fouling.
Special meeting of Council to be held as Cllr O’Brien tells Aer Lingus to hang their heads in shame
A special meeting of Clare County Council is to be convened to discuss Aer Lingus’ decision to close its base at Shannon Airport.
Public need more communication from Council on impacts of Development Plan
Greater communication to the public will be needed to inform of property status changes from the new County Development Plan, local representatives have affirmed.
Cognisance of locals important in development of O’Briensbridge canoe trail
Waterways Ireland have agreed to communicate on an ongoing basis with the kayak and dragon boat clubs in O’Briensbridge with updates on its proposed canoe trail project.
Plans for 18 unit Scariff social housing development hit stumbling block over expected costs
*Photograph: Martin Connolly A revised application for the development of 18 social housing units in Scariff is to be submitted to the Department of Housing.
