Entries by james

EU vaccine travel cert provides a road back to international travel

Hailed as lifeline to travel sector Will take some time for benefits to be felt   Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Tourism and Aviation Cathal Crowe has welcomed the confirmation that an EU Covid travel certification plan is being progressed. The European Union executives have stated that the ‘digital green certificate’ will cover documents from people […]

Section of outdated piping serving Clare’s largest estate to be replaced

1km of pipe to be replaced Works will be carried out on phased basis   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe has welcomed confirmation from Irish Water that 1km of pipe mains will be replaced this year from Athlunkard Bridge, serving the Parteen/Westbury area. The works are now to advance to design and will […]

Funding approved for new facilities at St Joseph’s Spanish Point

Funding approved under Additional Accommodation Scheme Two new state-of-the-art classrooms   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe has welcomed the announcement of funding for St Joseph’s Secondary School, Spanish Point under the Additional Accommodation Scheme 2021. Minister Norma Foley has signed off on a new science lab, to include a prep area, a new […]

Housing Update – March 10th

Every Wednesday, I will update you here on the social houses that are available via Clare County Council. As always, it is vital that you register with Clare County Council’s housing section for their Choice Based Letting site, where you are able to register your interest for a property. You can contact the housing section on […]

Inter-departmental group to examine post offices marks significant move

Group will report back by end of July Will examine directing state services to PO network   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe has welcomed the announcement that an inter-departmental group co-chaired has been established to examine the feasibility of directing more Government business to the post office network. The group will comprise of […]

Local Link bus services for East Clare will play major role in rejuvenation

Additional routes part of €76m tourism investment Will be beneficial to locals and visitors alike   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe says a planned investment in Local Link bus services in East Clare will play a major role in rejuvenating the entire east of the county. Additional routes will be added as part […]

Moneypoint’s key role must be acknowledged in EirGrid consultations

Public consultation process underway on clean energy Moneypoint Power Station must not be left to flounder   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe is calling on EirGrid to recognise the importance of West Clare’s Moneypoint Power Station to Ireland’s clean energy goals. EirGrid is currently hosting a 14 week public consultation process regarding the […]

Housing Update – March 3rd

Every Wednesday, I will update you here on the social houses that are available via Clare County Council. As always, it is vital that you register with Clare County Council’s housing section for their Choice Based Letting site, where you are able to register your interest for a property. You can contact the housing section on […]

HIQA report into Cahercalla Community Hospital will lead to better care

Report highlights number of shortcomings Work has taken place to address issues arising   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe has welcomed the recommendations of a HIQA report into Cahercalla Community Hospital, which will improve the level of care provided at the facility. A number of non-compliances have been identified in the report which […]

Signage for EuroVelo goes up around Clare

Huge opportunity to showcase county Part of 11,000km cycling route   Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe has welcomed the erection of signage for the European-wide EuroVelo cycle route network in Co. Clare. Ireland forms part of Route 1 of the network, which begins in the northern regions of Norway, travels down through Scotland […]