‘Discrepancy’ surrounds funds allocated for Kilrush footpaths and works completed
A “discrepancy” exists with the amount of money allocated for footpath improvements in Kilrush and works completed, a local representative has claimed.
Gabriel Keating
Failure to complete Loop Head coastal pathway in 8 years ‘an indictment’
Completion of a coastal pathway at Loop Head is seen as “an absolute necessity” to the protection of the area as one councillor criticised how plans have been left sitting “for years”.
Tullaher Bog identified as site to increase visitor dwell time in Clare
An area described as a unique piece of landscape has been pinpointed as a potential visitor experience site to encourage a longer dwell time for tourists in Clare whilst promoting wellness tourism.
West Clare reps call for planning contributions to be lowered in rural areas
Positive discrimination towards rural Clare in the guise of reduced planning contributions has been put forward by West Clare representatives as a means of tackling population decline.
Way forward for Coláiste Ui Comhraidhe can create 41 jobs
A West Clare Irish college has the potential to create 41 jobs throughout the entire year if it becomes a multi-purpose centre.
‘New life & focus in Labasheeda’ prompts calls for greater promotion of Kilkerrin Fort
New life and focus is evident in Labasheeda, councillors for the area stated as they put up the cause for increased promotion of a local fort.
Set up new driving test centres to tackle backlog – Cllr Ryan
In order to alleviate the wait for a drivers test endured by learner drivers in Co Clare, one councillor has called for the creation of test centres in towns with a population greater than 6,000.
Old Lisdeen dump suggested as site for community owned solar farm
Communities are determined to reap the rewards of natural energy prompting calls for a partnership to be launched to set up a solar farm owned by the community in Kilkee.
Ennis seen as Irish language hub as Council’s Scéim Teanga gets set for first update in ten years
Ennis is seen as a location where students across the country want to come to learn the Irish language.
‘Keep an open mind’ – clubs ask Clare GAA not to rule out playing U21 championships
GAA clubs in Clare have appealed to the County Board not to rule out concluding the U21 hurling and football championships.
