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Woman and child in critical condition after incident at house in Clare

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A woman and child are in critical condition after being found injured in a home in Clare this morning.

Shortly before 8am this morning, Gardaí and emergency services attended a house at Clarecastle, Co. Clare.

A female child was discovered with serious injuries, and an adult woman was also found unconscious at the scene.

Both were taken to University Hospital Limerick, where Gardaí say they are in critical condition.

Gardaí have set up an incident room with a senior investigating officer at Ennis Garda Station, and a family liaison officer has been appointed to the family.

The scene is currently being examined by the Divisional Scenes of Crime Unit.

No further information is available, and Gardaí have said that enquiries are ongoing.

An Garda Síochána are appealing for anyone with any information on this incident to contact the investigation team.

They can make contact by calling Ennis Garda Station 065 6848100, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

More to follow..

Extra terraces for Interpro games at the Sportsground

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Galway Daily rugby Four changes made to starting XV for Connacht v Glasgow

There will be extra, temporary stands erected at the Sportsground for Connacht Rugby’s interpros against Munster and Leinster next month.

Additional terraces are being put in at the Sportsground that will bring the stadium’s capacity to over 8,000.

The game against Munster on October 7 will be the first played on Connacht’s home grounds since the installation of a new artificial surface.

A week later, Leinster will be coming to Galway for another blowout game in the United Rugby Championship.

The terraces will be located at the Bohermore and College Road ends of the ground, bringing the capacity of The Sportsground up to 8,129.

Tickets for both games are on sale now at connachtrugby.ie/tickets, and supporters are urged to act quickly to avoid disappointment.

University of Galway to welcome thousands for Open Days

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University of Galway will welcome thousands of prospective students and their families to campus for this year’s annual autumn undergraduate open days next week.

The open days will take place on Friday and Saturday, October 7 and 8, from 9am to 3pm each day.

This flagship event in the University’s calendar is open to students of all years, parents, guidance counsellors and teachers.

Leaving Certificate students preparing for CAO 2023 are particularly encouraged to attend ahead of making course and career choices in the coming months.

The return to in-person open days saw a surge in attendance earlier in the year with almost 6,000 students registering to attend in March 2022.

Registration is required in advance and visitors are advised to plan their day by reviewing the schedule in advance and identifying must-see talks and activities.

With almost 70 undergraduate degrees on offer at University of Galway in 2023, the open day will provide visitors the opportunity to meet lecturers, staff and students at the exhibitions spread across five zones.

Staff will also be available to discuss courses, entry requirements, work placements, study abroad and career opportunities.

The talks schedule will feature all courses and subjects across Arts, Science, Engineering, Business, Law, Nursing, Health Sciences and Medicine. It also includes talks on Student Life, Sport, Study Abroad, Careers and ALIVE volunteering.

The Access Centre will host a session on alternative pathways, mature student supports and the QQI/FETAC/PLC entry route.

Parents and guardians may be interested in the Parents’ Talk taking place on Saturday only at 12pm with advice and guidance on how they can support children’s progression to third level.

Sarah Geraghty, University of Galway Director of Student Recruitment and Outreach, highlighted the importance of providing students with opportunities to explore the campus and think about their future studies.

“Openness is a core value at University of Galway and our aim is to provide visitors with a dynamic and engaging programme of activities, with lots of opportunities to interact with staff and students and time and space to explore the campus,” she said.

“There are five different types of guided tours on offer including campus tours, accommodation tours and guided visits to teaching and learning spaces including engineering, nursing and midwifery and the library’s Makerspace.

“Exploring the campus facilities and the wider learning environment gives students a holistic view of what to expect from college life and hopefully a sense of great possibility for their future studies.”

Advance registration is required, with further info and the full programme available at universityogfgalway.ie/opendays, or by emailing opendays@universityofgalway.ie.

Tuam company showcased in LEO village at Ploughing Championships

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Tuam based GH Agri was one of over 30 companies from across Ireland which exhibited in the Local Enterprise Village at the National Ploughing Championships.

The Village saw Local Enterprise Office clients given the opportunity to showcase their products and services to the massive crowds that visited Co. Laois for the event.

GH Agri is licenced to manufacture, wholesale and retail natural animal healthcare products for a range of on farm diseases, mainly supplying to the dairy industry.

The company has been in business for 35 years, serving customers in Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales and more recently in The United Arab Emirates.

A host of well-known faces dropped into the Local Enterprise Village across the three days including An Tanaiste Leo Varadkar and the US Ambassador to Ireland Claire Cronin.

They had the chance to meet with GH Agri and some of Ireland’s best up-and-coming small businesses, including MyGug from LEO Cork North & West converting food waste to gas for use in your home, former All-Star Mattie Forde with sportswear company Bodibro supported by LEO Wexford, Lucy&Me and their children’s furniture company from LEO South Dublin, and LEO Donegal supported designer Bernie Murphy.

Gardaí investigate after child discovered with serious injuries

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Galway Daily news missing teen found safe

Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances of the discovery of a child with serious injuries this morning in Co. Clare.

The girl was discovered at a residence in Clarecastle, a village situated just south of Ennis in Co. Clare.

The child has been taken from the scene to Limerick University Hospital to be treated for her injuries.

Investigations are ongoing.

More to follow…

Heritage conference on castles to take place in Galway City

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A heritage conference on castles and fortifications will take place in the Harbour Hotel at the Docks in Galway city on Friday 7 October and Saturday 8 October.

Speakers at the conference will include Ciaran O’Connor, Fergal McNamara, Coilin O’Drisceóil, Michael Gibbons, and Jim Higgins.

A field trip to view conservation work at Terryland Castle will take place on the Saturday in the afternoon.

The two days are full-day events, beginning at 9.30am and finishing at 5pm, and a light lunch and refreshments will be provided.

The heritage conference is free of charge but booking is essential. For booking, email planning@galwaycity.ie

Gold Star programme to improve services for disabled people in Galway

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Next week's launch of the Galway Gold Star initiative will be led by (from left) project director Maggie Woods; Marian Maloney, Access for All chairperson; and Minister of State for Disabilities Anne Rabbitte.

Mayor Clodagh Higgins and Galway East TD Anne Rabbitte will lead the launch of Galway’s Gold Star programme next Tuesday at 11am in the Connacht Hotel.

The programme, officially titled Access Together Galway, is a major initiative to make Galway City more accessible to disabled people, and will be run through the Galway City Partnership (GCP).

Based on the Gold Star Disability Project developed by the HSE, the initiative will allow restaurants, shops and other businesses to be rewarded with Bronze, Silver or Gold Star awards for the services they provide for people with disabilities.  

The public is invited to attend the launch. Guest speaker will be Anne Bradshaw of HSE Tipperary, where the original Gold Star initiative was rolled out.

Declan Brassil, CEO of GCP, will be speaking about how the Gold Star will benefit the entire Galway community, not just people with disabilities, while Access for All chairperson Marian Maloney will give the closing address.

Members of the Chamber of Commerce will also attend and entertainment will be provided along with light refreshments.   

Maggie Woods, a long-time disability advocate, started this year as project officer.

“I’m excited to take on this challenge. Like a lot of people, I love Galway but know from first-hand experience that it’s difficult to navigate the city when you have a disability, whether you use a wheelchair or have a less-visible condition like chronic fatigue or an intellectual disability,” she said.

“This is a way to address the lack of services and accessibility – as well as educating people about disability issues.”

Maggie said the goal of the Gold Star initiative is to make Galway a city that’s accessible to everyone but to do that through positive reinforcement rather than focusing on the negatives.

“Businesses will be assessed for their accessibility for people with disabilities and, depending on the level of access, will be given Bronze, Silver or Gold Star awards – or no award at all.

“As more businesses are recognised for their accessibility, other businesses will hopefully be encouraged to participate. I think it has the potential to transform accessibility in Galway.”

Run by GCP, a community development company working in Galway City since 1996, the Galway Gold Star is funded through the Disability Participation and Awareness Fund approved in December 2021 by Minister Rabbitte.

The Galway initiative will follow the design of similar Gold Star programmes successfully launched in Cashel and Tipperary towns. The programmes support the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), which was ratified by Ireland in 2018.

Kerrane launches SF’s Alternative Budget social protection proposals

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galway daily news claire kerrane at dáil child maintenance

Roscommon-Galway TD Claire Kerrane launched Sinn Féin’s ‘Alternative Budget’ social protection proposals yesterday designed to support workers and families.

The measures are part of the party’s wider alternative Budget, which has a strong emphasis on the cost of living crisis.

Deputy Kerrane said they know that Government cannot protect households from every price rise and that some circumstances are out of our control.

But she said that more can and must be done to support households.

“This year’s Alternative Budget has been particularly difficult to prepare given the many crises facing society – the cost of living crisis, the housing crisis, the crisis in health and growing poverty levels,” said Deputy Kerrane.

“Poverty is one of the greatest challenges we face as a State and Social Protection is key to tackling and ending poverty. Of course, no one Budget will achieve all that we need to achieve.”

“That is why Sinn Féin is proposing Social Protection measures which are targeted to support families and children, Disabled People and Family Carers, who are often faced with additional costs and are not adequately assisted by our social welfare system.”

Deputy Kerrane explained that the party is proposing proposing payment rates for disability-related supports, such as Disability Allowance and Blind Pension, to be increased to €20 per week.

They also want to see greater supports for Family Carers, including increasing the Carer’s Support Grant to €2,000 per year.

The alternative Budget also proposed a State Pension for long-standing Carers and an increase of core social welfare rates by €17.50 per week.

Events taking place across Galway for Positive Ageing Week

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A Local Heroes Exhibition is one of many events taking place across Galway this week to mark Positive Ageing Week.

The flagship event, situated at the Eyre Square Shopping Centre in Galway city, features 22 people from across the city and county who epitomise positive, healthy and active ageing.

A number of other events have been organised this week, from training to social mornings.

Positive Ageing Week also gives children a chance to take part with free ‘colour me in’ note cards available in local libraries, Galway Atlantaquaria, Charlie Byrnes Bookshop, and directly from COPE Galway.

Children can colour one of four bespoke cover design choices and write a message to a grandparent or a special older person close to them.

There is also an opportunity to win a year’s family membership to Galway Atlantaquaria by capturing the moment they deliver the card.

Speaking about the Local Heroes Exhibition, Jacquie Lynskey, Head of Senior Support Service at COPE Galway, said they are thrilled to feature these wonderful older people who represent communities across Galway.

“Amongst the 22, you’ll meet Daniel McNamara, one of over half a million carers in Ireland without whom the health service would undoubtedly be adversely impacted,” said Jacquie.

“Carmel Larkin of the Tuam Women’s Shed shares her creativity and love of ‘networking’. And Karen O’Neill, a retired radiographer living in Ardrahan shares her knowledge of the local landscape and heritage.”

Worldwide expert on ageing, Professor Rose Anne Kenny, demystified the ageing journey for participants at an engaging talk jointly hosted by COPE Galway and the Irish Centre for Social Gerontology at University of Galway on Monday.

Professor Kenny drew from recent research to explain why we age and shared practical advice on steps we can take to stay younger and heathier for longer, looking at areas such as friendship, purpose, laughter, genetics, food, exercise, intimacy and more.

“Immersing yourself in the enjoyment of hobbies, interests and activities really benefits happy and healthy ageing,” added Jacquie.

“From our local Galway Art Club, who have produced 12 paintings for Positive Ageing Week, to the men and women featured in the Local Heroes Exhibition and all between, it’s clear that keeping active contributes to a positive disposition and a longer and healthier life.”

This year, businesses are getting involved in Positive Ageing Week by joining the year-round Embracing Ageing Programme.

The programme promotes a workplace culture that celebrates the contribution of older people. Its focus is on informing and empowering employees to manage their own positive ageing journey.

The Age Friendly Business programme run by Age Friendly Ireland is another opportunity for workplaces to get involved by making their business more accessible to the important older consumer.

Positive Ageing Week is jointly hosted by COPE Galway, Galway City Council, Galway County Council, and the Galway Age Friendly Programme.

Concern as EU downgrades West to ‘lagging region’

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Concerns have been raised following an EU Commission assessment which downgraded the Northern and Western region to a ‘lagging region’.

East Galway Sinn Féin’s Louis O’Hara said that positive discrimination is needed to revitalize the economy of the region, which includes Galway.

He said the findings of the assessment by the European Commission are extremely concerning, in particular that the region’s GDP per head of population has fallen from 82% of the EU average between 2015 and 2017 to an estimated 71%.

It is the second time the region has been downgraded in recent years after it changed from being a ‘developed’ region to one ‘in transition’ in 2019.

O’Hara said that while these findings are concerning, they will not come as a surprise to anybody living in the region.

He pointed to a lack of quality jobs and opportunities, essential public services and shocking regional inequalities in terms of investment in areas such as health, education and transport as the causes of stagnation.

“Positive discrimination for the region, as the Northern and Western Regional Assembly have called for, is needed to revitalize the economy in the West,” said O’Hara.

“The only thing that will reverse this decline is major investment in infrastructure and public services.

“The Western Rail Corridor is a prime example of an infrastructural project that would bring enormous benefits to communities across the West in terms of tourism, industry and employment.”

New Claremorris to Carraroe bus service announced

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galway daily news bus from costelloe to claremorris

TFI Local Link has announced that a new bus service linking Claremorris to Carraroe will begin next Monday, 3 October.

The Route 431 service, which will run four times a day, seven days a week, will cover Carraroe, Costelloe, Screebe, Maam Cross, Maum, Cornamona, Clonbur, Cong, Neale, Ballinrobe, Hollymount, and Claremorris.

The new connection will also provide improved connectivity to regional rail services from Claremorris, and regional bus services at both Maam Cross and Costelloe.

Speaking ahead of the launch, Galway based Minister in the Department of Transport, Hildegarde Naughton TD, said she is delighted to see the launch of the new Route 431 service.

“Critically, the service will also improve connectivity for families and communities to existing regional rail services from Claremorris, and regional bus services at both Maam Cross and Costelloe,” said Minister Naughton.

“These enhanced routes under the Connecting Ireland plans pave the way for improved connectivity to town centres and further support local communities in making the shift to public transport.”

TFI Local Link Galway Manager Joe Greally said the service will be a fantastic new travel option to the people living along the route by creating daily links to Claremorris and Galway City via Costelloe.

“It is the culmination of many months of planning and consultation, and I am sure that the service will be very well-supported,” he said.

This new route is funded by the National Transport Authority as part of the Transport for Ireland Network.

Student accommodation crisis protest to demand urgent action

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galway daily news Students sleep out protest tonight over accommodation crisis
(Left to Right): Barry Ó Siochrú, Sai Gujulla, Imogen O’Flaherty Falconer, and Joe Mee (University of Galway Students’ Union)

University of Galway Students’ Union will be holding an accommodation protest and sleep out at Eyre Square this Wednesday 28 of September.

The protest will leave University of Galway campus at 6pm and make its way to Eyre Square where there will be speeches before the students set up camp for the night. 

The Union is calling on the Government and Galway City Council to come up with urgent solutions for the huge numbers of Galway students who are currently homeless.

The sleep out protest aims to draw attention to the plight of the many students who can’t find housing. 

Students’ Union President Sai Gujulla said that there are students who are returning to their home countries and dropping out of their courses because they have not been able to find accommodation.

“We have students living in cars and hostels or commuting huge distances or paying extortionate rent and this is unacceptable. Students can’t study and work under these conditions,” he said.

Students’ Union Vice President/Welfare and Equality Officer Imogen O’Flaherty Falconer said that they are getting hundreds of emails and phone calls every day from students and their families who are desperately seeking housing.

“It’s heart-breaking to hear the circumstances that students are finding themselves in. There’s also been an increase in accommodation fraud which is adding to this nightmare situation.”

Restoration works approved for derelict city centre building

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Galway City Council has approved plans for essential reconstruction works to a vacant city centre building, which used to house Taaffes shop.

Radical Properties Unlimited has received planning permission for work at No. 47 William Street, a protected structure which dates back to the mid 17th century.

The works being done will include the reconstruction of the chimney stack and a portion of the front façade.

Lateral ties will also be built between the front and back of the building inside, in order to restrain the front and rear walls.

Back in 2018, Galway City Council raised concerns about the dangerous condition of the building with the previous owners.

The building suffered a major fire in 1970, and has been vacant since 1996 when Taaffes store closed, and is in a very dilapidated state.

Planning permission was granted by the city council with ten conditions attached, many of which are related to architectural and archaeological preservation.

An archaeologist and conservation architect must be hired to monitor any works, to ensure the preservation of the original building.

A conservation plan for the long term management of the site must also be prepared and submitted to the city council.

Works begins on redevelopment of Connaught Harbour at Portumna

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Galway Daily news redevelopment of Connaught Harbour underway

Work has begun on the redevelopment of the Connaught Harbour at Portumna, along with a new walking and cycling trail for the area.

The development consists of a new eight-berth marina at Connaught Harbour, with a boat pump-out, a new car parking area and ancillary services.

It will also include quay wall berthing for 22 boats along with car parking and a civic area at the bridge end of the harbour.

This will be facilitated by the removal of three buildings on the site.

Footpaths will be repaired, where required, and a new road crossing will be developed connecting to the new Blueway.

The project is expected to be open to the public in mid-2023.

The turning of the sod on the project also marked the beginning of construction of a Blueway cycle and pedestrian trail linking Castle and Connaught Harbour.

Jim Cullen, Chief Executive of Galway County Council said that the project will revitalise the area, and, “add another attractive amenity to the county”.

These Portumna projects are funded by Waterways Ireland, Fáilte Ireland, and the Department of Rural and Community Development.

Minister of State and Galway TD Anne Rabbitte said, “This investment will transform the area as both a domestic and an international tourist attraction, and for the local people who live in the vicinity.”

Tuam Bypass closing for two nights of roadworks

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Galway Daily news road closure

The Tuam Bypass will be closed for two nights of maintenance roadworks this week.

Transport Infrastructure Ireland is carrying out routine maintenance this Wednesday & Thursday, September 28-29.

In order to facilitate these works, the road will be closed from 7pm each evening, to 6am the following morning.

During these time traffic will be diverted through Tuam.

RNLI opening new Visitor Experience on Inis Mór

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Galway Daily news RNLI opening new Visitor Experience on Inis Mór

The Aran Islands RNLI will officially open a Visitor Experience and shop on Inis Mór this weekend, 

Located in the boathall of the lifeboat station on Inis Mór, the Visitor Experience will bring people through 175 years of captivating history.

It features imagery and facts about the station’s lifeboats, memorable milestones, awards, rescue stories and the many volunteers from the island who have made up the lifesaving crew over the years.

Brian Wilson, RNLI Community Manager, said that the Visitor Experience will, “give the many tourists who come to the Aran Islands each year another attraction to enjoy”.

He added that it will also provide, “a terrific insight to the station’s rich history and the work of the volunteer team who have made such an impact over so many years.”

“This meandering visitor experience is a special mark of respect to all the people, call outs and stories this lifeboat station has to tell.”

Everyone is welcome to attend the official opening of the Visitor Experience from 1-4pm next Saturday during which visitors can view the new facilities, speak to the crew and purchase a token from the shop as a memento of their day.

The official opening of the new station shop will also take place that day. This quickly became a key attraction when it opened its doors back in June to both the islanders and the many visitors who come each year.

The shop means visitors can leave Inis Mór with a memory of their time on the island while supporting the charity.

Brian Wilson said “This is the second RNLI shop on the west coast of Ireland, along with Sligo Bay which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.”

“The response in the first week back in June more than exceeded our expectations and that momentum kept up throughout the summer season.”

“We have had a wonderful response from locals and tourists alike and we want to thank the team here for their efforts in getting us to this point as well as thanking everyone who has visited and shown their support since the opening.”

City Council green lights plans for 82 homes

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Galway Daily news City Council green lights 82 homes in Rahoon

Planning permission has been granted for the construction of 82 houses and apartments on the Letteragh Road, on the west side of Galway City.

The city council has greenlit plans by Burkeway Homes for a residential development on a 2.37ha site to the north of the existing Fánán housing estate, with a derelict bungalow and outbuilding on the site to be demolished.

The housing in this new estate will consist of 53 houses, along with 14 apartments, 8 duplex units, and 7 community homes.

Access to the estate will be via an entrance on the Letteragh Road, where the developer intends to build a footpath. It will have a total of 136 parking spaces.

On top of the units for Ability West, another eight units in the estate will be designated to satisfy the legal Part V social/affordable housing requirements.

Planning permission was granted to Burkeway Homes with 26 conditions attached. Among those, the proposed footpath along the Letteragh Road must be part of the first phase of the development.

The developer must also carry out a Bat Survey of any trees, structures, or other potential roosts on the site before construction work takes place.

The council also said that additional trees must be planted along the streets of the estate, and along the east of the site.

Burkeway was also required to provide more amenities for teenagers as part of a revised landscape plan.

And the developer will also be responsible for a full road width realignment of that section of the Letteragh Road.

The final condition barred corporate entities from being the first buyers of any of the houses or duplexes in the estate.

Ability West, the registered owner of part of the site in the application, wrote a letter of support for the project, as it includes valuable new facilities for the charity.

Part of this development will include the construction of a day service centre for the charity, with the capacity to cater for 25 people.

How to get the best experience playing slot games online

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In the realms of internet gambling, online slots are by far the most popular and favoured among any type of casino game. Not only do they make up a large part of the revenue for the online casino industry, but thanks to technological innovations they are subject to constant change and updates. Whether you are a new beginner in the sphere of playing slots or if you have been playing them for quite some time it is important to keep several things in mind in order to get the best possible user experience.

Firstly, although online casino operators have come a long way by welcoming and implementing cybersecurity measures to fight cyber attacks, it is still important for players to conduct their own research with regard to choosing the correct online casinos. For example, if you want to explore slot games online on sites like Virgin Games, it is crucial that you do so only with trusted games providers that priorities the safety and security of their customers. With so many new online casinos emerging onto the market, it may be tempting to opt for the first one you come across. However, there could be a high likelihood that randomly picking an online casino could result in you participating in games that are rigged by cyber criminals. To avoid these rigged games, players must check whether you choose a licensed game provider before playing. These can be identified by the legal documents that they showcase on their websites to ensue that they are following proper regulations and procedures. You will then be more likely to have a positive user experience if you feel as though your personal information and sensitive data is in the correct hands.

Furthermore, it is also advisable to take advantage of the variety of bonuses that are at your disposal at online casinos. Essentially, it is a reward for choosing the online casino or sportsbook over the hundreds of others on offer. These can come in the form of welcome bonuses which are gifted to you when you sign up to a certain online casino site. Many sites also offer deposit bonuses which is rewarded to you after your first deposit or first few deposits. On top of this, you can acquire free spins on many online slots which not only heightens the fun but also gives you more chances to win. 

In addition to this, choosing the correct slot game to play is vital for creating a positive gaming experience. Although it may be overwhelming to choose between a huge array of slot titles, there are things you can do to make it easier. Firstly, you can narrow down your choices by deciding which genre you want to enter. This can range anywhere from jungle themes to celebrity and entertainment themed slots. For example, if you are a fan of popular culture you may want to opt for a slot game that includes relevant themes with immersive high quality graphics. Remember that you could be playing this game for a while so it is important to choose a game that will keep you entertained for long periods of time.

Of course, you will also need to take into consideration the pay lines of each slot that you are looking at. These can be described as winning combinations with the most basic slot having 3. With modern slots you will be able to find slot games with a varying amount of pay lines which is perfect for those who want to step up their gameplay.  Another factor you must take into consideration is a slot’s return to player, often referred to as the RTP. RTP is essentially a percentage and it is an indication of how much of their money a player would win back if they played a slot infinitely. If you are looking to attain a lucrative payout, you should opt for high RTP slots with over 98% or those that are regarded as medium RTP slots between 95% and 97.99% have a medium RTP. 

In order to create a great player experience playing slot games online, many online casino sites allow you to play in demo mode which gives you the opportunity to get to know your game and all of its secret quirks. Not only does this mean that you won’t lose money but you can also get accustomed to the game so that when you play the real version you will be able to get the most out of it. Although slot games are largely dependent on luck and chance, it is a good opportunity to get to know the various symbols that could appear.

To conclude, since the creation of the internet in the 1990s online casinos have flourished tremendously in popularity. One casino game that has always been regarded fondly is slots which have now achieved an equal amount of success on online platforms. A great online slot game experience is one that is thrilling and fun to play and one which also gives you the opportunity to win respectable amounts of money. Enhancing your experience playing slot games online can be achieved by selecting an appropriate and licensed casino, weighing up the bonuses offered across a range of casino sites, choosing the correct slot game according to RTP and one that is suitable for your individual tastes as well as playing in demo mode prior to wagering money on a real slot game.

Professor Luke O’Neill to host fireside chat in Galway

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Immunologist Luke O’Neill and Cathal Friel will bring their expertise and insights in infectious diseases to Galway this week as part of a series of fireside chats around Ireland.

Prof O’Neill and Cathal Friel, who is co-founder and Chairman of Poolbeg Pharma, will talk about what can expect from this winter’s Covid-19 and flu season at the Galmont Hotel & Spa on Wednesday 20 September at 5.30pm.

Cathal will strongly argue that Covid-19 is over and that going forward, it needs to be treated like any other outbreak of the common cold or flu, whereby people simply stay at home if they feel sick.

He will articulate that there is no further need for testing and that there should be absolutely no further lockdowns or restrictions from COVID-19.

Cathal is the co-founder of world-renowned infectious disease clinical trials company, Open Orphan plc, and he has had first-hand experience in dealing with Covid-19 over the last two years after running the world’s first Covid-19 human challenge clinical trial.

The study focused on a small number of healthy volunteers who were exposed to Covid in a controlled setting, and scientists and medics assessed how effective vaccines or treatments were against the disease, identifying any side effects.

Prof O’Neill and Cathal Friel will also be hosting talks in Dublin, Belfast, Limerick and Cork as part of the series.

Registration is open to the public and is free to attend on a first come, first served basis with links to book on Poolbeg Pharma’s website – www.poolbegpharma.com.

Minister seeks extra funding for school transport but questions remain

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Minister for Education Norma Foley has told local TD Denis Naughten that she is seeking additional funds in next week’s Budget to address the current school transport situation.

But Deputy Naughten has highlighted the fact that the Minister “is not guaranteeing that children and their siblings who had a bus service last year will get a service this year.”

The Independent TD was informed by Minister Foley that she wants to increase funds in the Budget to issue more tickets to concessionary school children who are not attending either their nearest school or second nearest school.

Deputy Naughten said that he has received an unprecedented level of complaints from parents in relation to school transport and raised this issue with the Education Minister in the Dáil this week.

“Disappointingly, the Minister is not guaranteeing that children and their siblings who had a bus service last year will get a service this year, as we now face into the fifth school week of the new term,” said the Roscommon-Galway TD.

“I have a number of examples of where parents have been using the bus service for years and are now forced to drive up to 100 km per day to transport their children to school, because the Minister did not fully think through her measures to help reduce the costs on families.

“She did acknowledge as this was announced as a measure to assist with the cost of living, that she is hopeful she will secure additional funds for those families who had a service up to this school year.”

Deputy Naughten said that if this happens there are also pupils whose families are commencing in second level for the first time who will be able to secure a bus ticket, if there is sufficient capacity on the bus.

But he said that Minister Foley has made no guarantees.

“It seems to me that the Minister has forgotten that the core objective behind the school transport scheme is to bring children from rural areas to school, but in some instances the only ones who have benefited from the Government announcement are children in towns.”

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