Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Education: Schools Building Projects
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth the procurement and governance arrangements that apply to major school capital projects and the safeguards in place to ensure...
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17 Jul 2026 latest- planningPlanning conditional: for an Off-Line Service Area (M18 Motorway), Galway Road (R458), Gort, County...Gort
- planningPlanning application received: to construct 17 houses as extension to Cul an Rí housing estate schemeGalway
- politicsMartin Daly TD asked the Minister for Education: Schools Building ProjectsGalway
- politicsMichael Fitzmaurice TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' QuestionsGalway
- planningPlanning conditional: chun athchóiriú a dhéanamh ar Ionad Oidhreachta Árann i gCill Rónáin, Inis Mór,...Inishmore
- planningPlanning application received: to construct a single storey dwelling house, treatment system,...Ballinasloe
- planningPlanning application received: of pl. ref. 21/1243, for additions and alterations to existing septic...Galway
- politicsMartin Daly TD asked the Minister for Taoiseach: Taoiseach's Meetings and EngagementsGalway
- planningPlanning application received: to construct an extension to the rear [north elevation] of the existing...Ballinasloe
- politicsClaire Kerrane TD spoke in the Dáil: An tOrd Gnó - Order of BusinessGalway
- planningPlanning application received: of pl ref 201698, chun sean teach cónaithe a leagann, teach nua cónaithe...Galway
- planningPlanning conditional: of existing dwelling house as constructed on site with revised site boundaries to...Galway
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Michael Fitzmaurice TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions
Michael Fitzmaurice TD (Independent Ireland, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the questions on “Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions”.
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Taoiseach: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements
Asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent meeting with the Spanish Prime Minister.
Claire Kerrane TD spoke in the Dáil: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
Claire Kerrane TD (Sinn Féin, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the orderofbusiness on “An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business”.
Michael Fitzmaurice TD asked the Minister for Transport: Tax Credits
Asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 148 of 24 June 2026, given motor tax is not a self-assessment tax, could the Minister address a case...
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Public Expenditure: Flood Relief Schemes
Asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation for an update on the Ballinasloe flood relief scheme, including proposed...
Planning
All planning →Planning applications, decisions and objections.
Planning conditional: for an Off-Line Service Area (M18 Motorway), Galway Road (R458), Gort, County Galway. The proposed d
Riverside Foods Ltd. — Gort Galway Road Galway. for an Off-Line Service Area (M18 Motorway), Galway Road (R458), Gort, County Galway. The proposed d...
Planning application received: to construct 17 houses as extension to Cul an Rí housing estate scheme
Cyril Coppinger — Dungory West & Dungory East Cul an Rí Kinvarra Co. Galway. to construct 17 houses as extension to Cul an Rí housing estate scheme...
Planning conditional: chun athchóiriú a dhéanamh ar Ionad Oidhreachta Árann i gCill Rónáin, Inis Mór, Co. na Gaillimhe, ar
Údarás na Gaeltachta — Cill Éinne Aran Heritage Centre, Cill Rónain Inis Mór. chun athchóiriú a dhéanamh ar Ionad Oidhreachta Árann i gCill Rónáin, Inis Mór, Co. na Gaillimhe, ar...
Planning application received: to construct a single storey dwelling house, treatment system, percolation area and associated site
Alan Walsh — Garbally Demesne Ballinasloe Co Galway. to construct a single storey dwelling house, treatment system, percolation area and associated site ...
Planning application received: of pl. ref. 21/1243, for additions and alterations to existing septic tank system and installation o
Kieran & Breege O'Brien — Creggaun. of pl. ref. 21/1243, for additions and alterations to existing septic tank system and installation o...
Planning application received: to construct an extension to the rear [north elevation] of the existing changing rooms, walking trac
Lawrencetown Community Development Group CLG. — Lawrencetown Ballinasloe Co. Galway. to construct an extension to the rear [north elevation] of the existing changing rooms, walking trac...
Politics & TDs
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Martin Daly TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the questions on “Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation”.
Michael Fitzmaurice TD spoke in the Dáil: Hemp Production: Discussion
Michael Fitzmaurice TD (Independent Ireland, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Hemp Production: Discussion”.
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees
Asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on health will next meet.
Claire Kerrane TD asked the Minister for Children: Childcare Services
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to provide an update on the roll-out of State-led childcare facilities; when the eight locations for this year will be...
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Social: Budget 2027
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he expects the cost of disability payment to be introduced in Budget 2027; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Education: School Staff
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of primary schools in counties Roscommon and Galway that are projected to lose a mainstream teaching post for the 2026/2027...
GAA & Sport
18 storiesFixtures, results and club news.
Galway Bay Races Offer Free Spectator Access This Weekend
Local racing events in Galway will take place this weekend with free public access. Races include junior and senior categories with specific timings and locations across the...
Galway and Cork Gaelic Games Updates Ahead of Key Matches
The Republic of Ireland women's team faces Kazakhstan in World Cup 2027 qualifiers, while Galway and Cork Gaelic Games teams prepare for crucial fixtures. Galway's minor team...
West Meath Football Team Loses to Galway, Eyes Next Match in Monaghan
West Meath's football team lost to Galway in a recent match, with manager Mark McHugh emphasizing the need to focus on their upcoming game in Monaghan. The team aims to learn...
Galway Team Focuses on Improving Ahead of Kinney Park Clash with Tipperary
A local hurling team is preparing for an upcoming match against Tipperary in Kinney Park, with analysts highlighting areas for improvement after a recent game. The team's defense...
Galway Aim to Rebound in All Ireland Football Clash with Waterford
Galway's All Ireland senior football champions face Waterford today in a crucial match following their opening round defeat to Cork. The game, part of the championship's round...
Galway's Sports Team Secures Key Victory in Ongoing Match
Galway's team secured a significant lead in their match against Mayo, with the score at 116-18 in favor of Mayo as the game enters its final stages. The performance highlights...
Community & Events
6 storiesParish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.
Local Volunteers Organize Bike Race with Community Support
A community-organized bike race in Galway is being supported by local businesses and volunteers, with the event set to take place on a challenging circuit through several towns....
Over 2,000 men access free mental health counselling in Galway
A free counselling service for men, launched in September, has seen over 2,000 participants and 13,000 sessions, according to Minister Mary Butler. The initiative, supported by...
Galway County Council AGM to elect new Coherlach
The Gawaii County Council AGM will take place at County Buildings in Galway at 2:30pm today, where a new Coherlach will be elected. Current Mayor David Collins will step down...
Men's Health Week Fair Launches in Shantalla with Free Services
A health fair marking Men's Health Week is taking place at Theo Higgins' home in Shantalla, offering free health checks, information stands, and refreshments from 9 AM to 1 PM....
Man dies after falling from sea wall in Kinvara
A man in his 30s has died following a fall from a sea wall in Kinvara, County Galway. His body was taken to University Hospital Galway for a post-mortem.
Salt Hill Festival Attracts Large Crowds, Traffic Advice Issued
The Salt Hill Festival is drawing large crowds, with traffic advisories in place. Local radio warns of no parking options and recommends alternative transport.
Roads & Traffic
1 storyClosures, disruption and road works.
Debris reported on M18 and N6 causing traffic disruptions
Debris on the M18 southbound between Junctions 12 and 13 in County Clare and the N6 inbound near Galway has been reported, prompting travel updates. Authorities advise caution in...
People & Faces
Homecomings, anniversaries, weddings, retirements — the lighter local-radio chatter. More once the radio-share sync resumes.
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Ballinasloe
Planning application received: to construct a single storey dwelling house, treatment system, percolation area and assoc
78
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Tuam
Planning application 2660748
68
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Athenry
Planning application 2660731
50
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Loughrea
For a Large-scale Residential development comprising a total of 107no. residential units
48
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Oranmore
Planning application 2660722
38
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Oughterard
Planning application received: of dwelling house, septic tank, site boundaries & all associated site works, for any chan
22
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Moycullen
For a new storage shed and ancillary concrete
20
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Gort
Planning conditional: for an Off-Line Service Area (M18 Motorway), Galway Road (R458), Gort, County Galway. The proposed
17
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Headford
Planning application received: Permission for development which consists of: For a new prefabricated substation building
16
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Spiddal
Retention of dwelling, garage, sheds, solar array and wastewater system
16
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Kinvara
Of the building (under construction) on revised site boundaries previously granted under
16
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Indreabhán
Le haghaidh athruithe agus síneadh aon stóir ar an teach atá ann faoi láthair agus obair
13
stories
Portumna
Planning application received: for change of use of 2 apartments to a singular residential dwelling, minor alterations t
9
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Clifden
Planning application received: which involves a protected structure (RPS 805) to comprise: removal/demolition of non his
9
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Roundstone
Planning application 2660794
5
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Glenamaddy
Planning application received: to construct extension to existing dwelling house & associated siteworks
4
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Inisheer
Planning application received: for construction of proposed ball wall and associated works
3
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Inishmore
Planning conditional: chun athchóiriú a dhéanamh ar Ionad Oidhreachta Árann i gCill Rónáin, Inis Mór, Co. na Gaillimhe,
3
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Killimor
For relocation of existing grounds access and turnstiles to new access location with
2
stories
Letterfrack
Planning application received: for the development of a toilet extension and all associated works to the existing Inform
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