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Tuam Courthouse delayed by Government
I have called on the Government to up its game to deliver the new permanent Courthouse for Tuam. “I have been informed by the Minister for Justice that the project delivery has been extended and [...]
Office of Public Works (OPW) Regional Office in Headford progressing to construction
I have been informed that the tenders for the refurbishment of the Regional Offices for the Office of Public Works in Headford have been completed and the tender evaluation process is now taking place. “I [...]
Over 3,000 vacancies on CE Schemes not acceptable
I have been informed by officials in the Department of Social Protection that there are over 3,000 vacancies on CE Schemes nationally. “Following my intervention in the Dáil last week, I met with Minister Heather [...]
South Galway (Gort Lowlands) Flood Relief Scheme Feasibility Study Report Published
I welcome the publication of the South Galway (Gort Lowlands) Flood Relief Scheme Feasibility Report which has proven that a scheme to create flood relief is feasible and show a cost benefit. “The flooding in [...]
Calls for urgent intervention to offset losses on Irish Beef Industry
I am calling for urgent action by Government and specifically from Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue in the area of the beef Industry. 'Irish beef finishers are facing catastrophic losses in bringing their product to market [...]
Welcome funding of €36 million for Galway Roads
I welcome the €36,230,409 funding allocated to Galway County Council for the 2021 roads programme. “I am particularly delighted with a further allocation of €1.5 million for the Kilbannon road realignment and a further €1 [...]