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Calls on Galway County Council to ensure Local Area Plans are fit for purpose to help deliver housing over the next 5 years
The Local Area Plans (LAP) for Gort, Athenry and Tuam which are being developed over the coming months must provide the blueprint for the delivery of much needed homes for Galway East. A Local Area [...]
Sheep farmers suffering from relentless price cuts
I am concerned that sheep farmers are suffering enormous pressure due to the unexplained price cuts for lamb. The Minister for Agriculture needs to step in to provide urgently needed support to sheep farmers. “I [...]
Loughrea Town Hall to be progressed as part of the town regeneration following initial delays
I am hopeful that the Department of Community and Rural Development will shortly give approval to proceed with the renovation of the Town Hall Loughrea. “Funding of €1.6 million was allocated for the renovation of [...]
Urges taxpayers and renters to claim Tax Relief on expenses.
I urge hard pressed taxpayers and those paying rent on private rental accommodation to claim up to €500 rent tax credit this month. This measure was introduced in Budget 2023, and it includes parents who [...]
Tuam Inner Relief Road must be prioritised to allow Tuam develop to its full potential.
Galway County Council need to prioritise the development of the Inner Relief Road for Tuam town. Tuam is developing since the opening of the Tuam By-Pass and has experienced positive growth over the last number [...]
Speed limits should be reduced at all schools to 30kph
I have called on the Department to introduce a national speed limit of 30kph at all schools in the country. “Presently there are many schools especially rural National schools outside of towns and villages where [...]