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Time for the Government to take proactive action in opening up economy
I along with members of the Regional Group of Independent TDs are calling on the Government to act more proactively in terms of opening sectors of the economy. “The construction sector in particular is one [...]
Public Consultation with landowners and homeowners on the Gort Flood Relief Scheme
I have received confirmation from Patrick O’Donavan TD Minister of the OPW that further Public Consultation with landowners and homeowners will be held in Gort once the COVID restrictions are lifted. “At present there is [...]
Galway Businesses urged to apply for support
I urge local business owners to apply for the new €60 million Small Business Assistance Scheme for Covid (SBASC). “It is important that small businesses continue to be supported through the pandemic. These are much [...]
Canney welcomes wool feasibility study
Seán Canney, Independent TD has welcomed the launch of the Wool Feasibility Study which he said may see the value of wool coming out of the doldrums. ‘The study will examine the future of the [...]
Welcomes additional staff for the National Driver Licence Service
I have received confirmation from the Road Safety Authority (RSA) that 40 additional staff are currently being recruited to the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) to help deal with challenges faced by the service over [...]
Kilrickle Water Supply Scheme to go to tender
I have received confirmation that the long-awaited tender for the Kilrickle Water Supply Scheme will be ready to go to contractors for tendering in April. “This is a major milestone in this long running saga. [...]