Councillors frustrated by social housing
*Cllr PJ Ryan. Photograph: Martin Connolly Housing officials are frustrating Clare councillors who are now seeking a greater input into the allocation of social housing units by the local authority.
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Shannon Airport working with Fáilte Ireland to maximise Wild Atlantic Way brand
*Shannon Group CEO, Mary Considine. Photograph: Arthur Ellis Shannon Airport are “working closely” with Fáilte Ireland on maximising the Wild Atlantic Way brand to entice more passengers to fly into Clare.
O’Gorman returns to Council 16 years after losing seat
Cratloe’s Pat O’Gorman has returned to the role of a County Councillor, sixteen years after losing his seat.
McGettigan takes seat on County Council for first time
*Donna McGettigan at the GE2020 count. Photograph: John Mangan Shannon’s Donna McGettigan (SF) is officially an elected representative on Clare County Council following her co-option on Monday evening.
Clare Colleran Molloy elected County’s first citizen
Clare Colleran Molloy (FF) has become the third woman to wear the Mayoral chains as Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council following her election on Monday.
Sixmilebridge dog fouling ‘a disgrace’
*Photograph: Joe Buckley Dog fouling has been described as “a massive problem” in Sixmilebridge with footpaths left in ‘a disgraceful’ state by canines in the area.
‘Social housing can’t cope with demand of addressing accommodation needs’
Potential homeowners are experiencing ‘extreme difficulties’ in attempting to rent or purchase property.
Shannon Airport approach road ‘a sore thumb’
*Photograph: Joe Buckley An approach road to Shannon Airport that is due to undergo an extensive upgrade has been described as “a sore thumb”.
Vital Shannon Flood Relief Scheme expected to take 2-3 years
*2014 flooding at Shannon Golf Club. Photograph: Joe Buckley A necessary flood relief scheme for Shannon that will protect an estimated 30,000 people is expected to take two to three years to complete.
‘We need people to stand up on the issues that matter’ – McNamara
*Michael McNamara. Photograph: Martin Connolly Past experience of being a TD has given Michael McNamara (IND) the belief that he can make a difference if returned to Leinster House.