Spring 2022 target for start of works on Killaloe Bypass
Spring of next year has been earmarked as the planned start of construction on the main scheme works associated with the Killaloe Bypass.
Tony O’Brien
Guarantees needed on long-term future of Shannon’s Heathrow slots
Confidence is low that Aer Lingus’ decision to shut their Shannon Airport base will be reversed which has prompted elected representatives to stress the importance of connectivity for the International Airport going forward.
‘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.
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.
River Shannon can become ‘Ireland’s surprising heart’
Repositioning the River Shannon as “a key tourism destination” has been detailed as a fundamental aim of the Shannon Tourism Masterplan.
Addition of signage on Killaloe walking route will give safety to pedestrians
*Photograph: PL Chadwick Signage is to be erected on the Hill Rd in Killaloe advising motorists of the presence of walkers.
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.
Discussion on levy for extraction of Lough Derg water to Dublin raises tempers among Clare councillors
Local councillors clashed over calls to set up a financial levy “if and when” water from Lough Derg is abstracted to Dublin.
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.
Sewerage issues in 52 Clare settlements ‘like Armageddon’
Serious issues relating to 52 unsewered settlements in Clare has been likened to Armageddon.