‘We have the track record’ – Council encouraged again to take over Shannon Heritage sites
Repeated calls have been made for Clare County Council to acquire Shannon Heritage sites in the county.
Michael Begley
‘It has to stop’ – Council to begin prosecuting individuals guilty of illegal dumping
A data protection impact assessment is being prepared by Clare County Council to enable CCTV use to clamp down on illegal dumping with the local authority now determined to prosecute individuals.
Council begin eradicating Giant Hogweed in Clonlara
Clare County Council have committed to eradicating Giant Hogweed from Clonlara.
‘Underground problems’ leading to saturation of storm water at Ardnacrusha estate
Saturation of storm water has been an issue at a South Clare housing estate ever since it was completed, a former Mayor of Clare has stated.
South-East Clare road ‘taken away twice this year due to flooding’
“Severe flooding” is leading to a hill on a South-East Clare road receding, elected representatives have warned.
‘Mixed feelings’ as ABP to have ultimate say on whether flood defence works at Springfield will proceed
Described as a “warzone with water”, An Bord Pleanála will decide flood prone Springfield in Clonlara is granted defence works.
Pay as you go rubbish collection suggested to tackle illegal dumping in Shannon
Mixed views were voiced on the prospect of skips being placed around Shannon Town as pay as you go rubbish bins in an attempt to tackle illegal dumping.
‘This cannot gather dust’ -Shannon masterplan due for October completion
Shannon’s latest masterplan must not become a document that gathers dust on a shelf and represents “the last chance” to plan the future of the town.
‘Mitigate against flooding on Clare roads’
*Spot flooding on the Tulla Rd in Ennis. FILE PIC A co-ordinated approach to the management of surface water on Clare roads would limit the impact of spot flooding on the public and save valuable money, local councillors have outlined.
Reform needed of Ireland’s ‘collapsing’ childcare system
It is unknown when childcare facilities will reopen in the country, prior to their closure they were described as being “on the brink of collapse” by elected representatives in the county.