I have called on the new Government to bring forward legislation to introduce a three-year cap on productive farming assets. ‘There is widespread support for this legislation from all partners. It’s introduction was delayed due [...]
I encourage farmers to apply for the new €50 million Beef Finishers Payment Scheme. The reference period for applications is 1st February to 12th June 2020 for any eligible cattle slaughtered during this period. The [...]
Deputy Seán Canney TD has welcomed progress with the construction of the new classroom and All-Weather pitch at the school. The works consist of a new full-size classroom linked to the existing school together with [...]
I have called on the Department of Transport to ensure that all students are accommodated on the school transport system in September. ‘I am receiving calls from many concerned parents that their children are being [...]
I have called on the Minister of Agriculture to put a support package in place for sheep farmers. Sheep farmers have received no support during the COVID-19 emergency. Sheep farmers need support with the closure [...]
I have been informed that Galway County Council have had a budget of €64,000 made available under the Percent for Art Scheme in 2019 to enhance the M17 / M18 with Artistic features. The Scheme [...]
I welcome the inclusion of the refurbishment of Tuam Courthouse in the Courts Service Annual Report as part of their Strategic priorities. The report published recently confirmed the Courts Service priority to improve court accommodation [...]
I welcome the allocation of funding of €40,636 for projects in various locations in the region. The projects to benefit include Youth Work Ireland Loughrea, Brú Bhríde West, Tuam Youth Service and Galway East Youth [...]
I have received confirmation that the Community Audiology Services in Tuam which were suspended in March due to COVID-19 will recommence this month. ‘I have also received confirmation that a tender process is progressing for [...]
Calls on the Government to provide additional Rural Social Scheme places and to streamline access for placement onto the TUS scheme. I have expressed concern that the stimulus package as announced by the Government does [...]
