TII pressed to introduce traffic calming at dangerous Darragh junction
TII should not wait for the “next fatality” before introducing safety measures on the N68 at Darragh, an elected representative of Clare County Council has stated.
West Clare Municipal District
Setback for Kilkee as improvements denied for numerous routes
West Clare councillors have been left disappointed following confirmation that a number of routes in Kilkee were not selected for improvements in the schedule of Municipal District works this year.
Road works granted for Carrowniska North
Requested road improvements are to be carried out in Carrowniska North.
More lay-bys needed to stop traffic congestion on N68
Additional lay-by areas on the main route connecting West Clare and Ennis to prevent traffic congesting behind slow moving vehicles have been sought.
West Clare needs sustainable energy communities to replace Moneypoint jobs
‘Inaction’ on behalf of Clare County Council regarding the future of Moneypoint has been criticised while renewed calls have been made to prepare the county for climate change.
West Clare to look to Waterford example to solve wastewater treatment issues
West Clare councillors are to visit an integrated constructed wetlands project in Waterford in an attempt to find solutions to long-running waste water treatment problems.
Funding identified for adding pull-in areas to ‘most beautiful route to Cliffs of Moher’
North Clare roads frequented by tourists are in need of adequate improvements to cater for their usage, elected representatives have flagged.
Kilrush facility mooted as potential multi-purpose sports hub
Tackling obesity will form one of the main considerations in a master plan which is to be formulated for the Kilrush Active Sports Facility.
Request issued for Miltown House to be made a protected structure
A West Clare property which was home to Sisters of Mercy for 91 years has been requested to be made a protected structure by Clare County Council.
Failure to follow up on commitment to improve Miltown Malbay paths ‘worrying’
Failure to carry out works in Miltown Malbay despite commitments being issued to retired councillors has been described as ‘a worrying situation’.