Debate on spelling of Lahinch or Lehinch can only be decided by public vote
*Lahinch or Lehinch? Photograph: John Mangan Changing the spelling on Clare road signs deemed to be incorrect can only be amended by a public vote.
Joe Garrihy
Population projections for Clare need urgent action
Population allocations set out in the National Planning Framework (NPF) and Regional Spatial and Economic Strategies (RSES) adopted by the three Regional Assemblies need to be urgently revised, Clare councillors have warned.
Potential of dezoning lands with no wastewater infrastructure ‘closes the door’ on rural Clare
*O’Callaghans Mills. Photograph: John Mangan Rural communities in Clare are at risk of “dying out” with plans to dezone lands in areas without wastewater infrastructure in the upcoming County Development Plan.
Grant makes history as first Clare councillor co-opted virtually
Lahinch’s Liam Grant has been formally co-opted to Clare County Council.
Coastal resources in Clare ‘must improve’ to match success of Wild Atlantic Way
*Photograph: Martin Connolly Increased investment is needed on mobility and parking for Clare routes along the Wild Atlantic Way to maximise the positive consequences of the footfall attached to the tourism trail.
‘More focus needed on towns north of Ennistymon’ in plans for West Clare Greenway
Doolin. Photograph: Kevin L Smith Towns north of Ennistymon need to be factored into plans for the West Clare Greenway, an elected member of Clare County Council has said.
Appetite to live in rural Ireland can sustain futures of towns & villages in Clare
*New Quay. Clare County Council must swoop “to take advantage” of the rediscovered desire among the public to live in rural Ireland.
Garrihy scoops two awards following Tennessee debut
Lisdoonvana’s Michael Garrihy scooped two awards this week following impressive displays in the United States.
Prioritising community sports facility must be key part of Ennistymon masterplan
Architects completing a masterplan for Ennistymon have been asked to prioritise a community sports amenity.
Staycation crowds a timely lift for Clare economy
*Wind surfers in Fanore. Clare’s attraction as one of the country’s leading staycation destinations is what the local economy needed, a county councillor has stressed.