The IRFU has announced the appointment of Darragh Sheridan as the Head of High Performance Coach Development.
Sheridan will be responsible for the education and development of rugby coaches at all levels within Ireland with a particular focus on IRFU High Performance coaches.
The former professional footballer represented Galway United and Longford Town as well as Aston Villa, and was a research lead at the University of Stirling delivering the GAA’s Play to Stay Research Programme.
Have you ever thought about trying freelance work to earn money? Even if it’s only getting you income on the side while you keep your full-time job or studies. The idea sounds great.
The problem is that traditional freelancing usually demands specific skills or knowledge. You have to be proficient in a particular skill before earning anything. But what if there was another way to start earning on the side?
In case you haven’t heard, micro jobs are becoming increasingly popular. There is also a new micro freelancing platform, JumpTask, claiming to provide a more beginner-friendly approach to the gig economy.
Let’s see what this platform is all about and if you should try it! We will also look at whether it has any advantages over traditional freelancing platforms.
What Is JumpTask?
JumpTask provides simple tasks to gig workers globally. Anyone can complete all jobs without significant time commitments. The platform also offers a unique payment system using its own cryptocurrency – JumpToken (JMPT).
Although the platform is still new, it has already started to gain attention. JumpTask was launched in 2022 and right now has 1M+ active users globally. Let’s see how to get started in earning money for tasks.
How To Get Started?
Getting started is easy: you only need one thing to start. You will need a crypto wallet to create an account, for example, WalletConnect. Don’t have one? No stress – a new wallet is created automatically when you use social logins. After that, you can start earning JumpTokens. These can be later exchanged into fiat currency if you wish.
The registration process of JumpTask is straightforward, which is helpful. However, the website could use some updating, specifically the web design and navigation. Nevertheless, JumpTask shared on Twitter that their team is currently working on website updates.
What Tasks Can I Do?
JumpTask offers multiple ways to earn JMPT for beginner freelancers. More advanced gig workers might miss more complicated projects with higher rewards. However, as mentioned in their whitepaper, JumpTask will add more earning types in the future.
One way to earn money on JumpTask is by sharing internet bandwidth. That’s right. First, you can download Honeygain, which is a passive income app partnering with JumpTask. Next, let it run in the background of your smartphone or laptop. And that’s it – you are now collecting JMPT.
Another way to get paid in crypto – Offerwalls – involves completing simple micro tasks. These include watching exciting videos, downloading and trying the latest apps, and solving puzzles. Offerwalls is another interesting way to boost your JumpToken earnings.
One more option for you to try is called Surveys. The name of the earning type is self-explanatory: you get paid for sharing your opinion! You will be asked some pre-qualifying questions before completing surveys, but the method is something you would want to try.
How to Earn More?
There are ways to get JMPT beyond completing tasks. In truth, you won’t become a crypto millionaire with micro tasks. Thankfully, JumpTask does not make such empty promises. You can certainly earn $50 or more per month, but that depends on the number of tasks completed.
Increasing your income on JumpTask is possible with crypto staking. Not sure what that is? It works like your regular savings account in a bank: you receive interest for your deposit. In our case, you collect JumpToken rewards for your existing JMPT holdings. This is another passive income option to maximize your returns on JumpTask.
JumpTask Versus Traditional Freelancing
You might have heard about established freelancing platforms like Fiverr, which offer various gigs. However, JumpTask has several advantages over traditional players.
First, JumpTask provides micro jobs that are easy to complete. Therefore, people can manage their time on JumpTask with other commitments such as work or studying. This is different from traditional freelancing, where significant time investment is required.
Second, micro freelancers save a lot of money due to crypto payments in JMPT. The transaction fees are minimal as JumpTask is based on a blockchain. That is not the case on traditional platforms, where freelancers lose money on fund transfers using PayPal or other providers.
Final Words
After reviewing JumpTask, we can say that the platform offers a unique approach to freelancing. It focuses on micro tasks and crypto payments, which bring flexibility and cost-efficiency to gig workers.
There is room for improvement in their website user experience and task offers. Nevertheless, JumpTask is still new, and the project is constantly being upgraded.
All in all, JumpTask is an option worth checking if you are looking for your first step into freelancing.
People Before Profit’s Galway representative Adrian Curran has hit out at Galway’s landlord TDs, who he says have a significant conflict of interest.
His comments come after the resignation of Minister Robert Troy amid mounting pressure over his failure to properly declare his property interests.
Curran said that to amass 11 properties in 20 years is something most people could not even imagine, and that people are struggling to afford their rents, apply for mortgages, or even find places to live.
“This will continue to worsen in the coming weeks in Galway as thousands of students still have to return for the new academic year,” he said.
The PBP rep said that the housing crisis and cost of living crisis are being exacerbated by those in power for financial gain.
“With around 80 TDs and Senators as declared landlords, it should be no surprise that successive governments have refused to provide public housing and instead allowed obscene profits to be made from people’s housing misery.
“It is easy to see why opposition attempts to ease the housing crisis, like People Before Profit’s Rent Reduction Bill, are shot down.
“It’s important to note that in Galway a number of our TDs including Seán Canney and Noel Grealish own multiple properties and are self-confessed landlords.
“How anyone can say that there isn’t a significant conflict of interest here is beyond me. There should be no landlord TDs and no landlords full stop.”
The Board of Arrabawn Co-Op has voted to sell its liquid milk sales book to Aurivo which will impact 140 employees.
Local TD Denis Naughten said that the transition will be a huge blow to those employees as well as the local community.
It is understood that potential redundancy or re-deployment will be offered to the 140 employees.
But Deputy Naughten said that this is a ‘significant blow’ to local liquid milk suppliers who have invested significantly in their dairy farms to ensure that the Kilconnell plant was provided with milk supplies 365 days per year.
“Over recent years there has been significant investment in the plant which handles the liquid milk operations for Arrabawn Dairies who supply own brand milk to many retailers throughout the country and the loss of this competitor will also have a longer-term impact on consumer milk prices.”
Following a meeting with local councillors Tim Broderick and Evelyn Parsons yesterday on the threat to the Kilconnell plant, Deputy Naughten has asked for a meeting with Minister Charlie McConalogue.
“It is imperative not only that all possible steps are taken to bring replacement jobs to Kilconnell, but we also need to see the Tánaiste and IDA bring new investment to the underdeveloped IDA park at Creagh in Ballinasloe.
“There is something fundamentally wrong when we have companies in Athlone and Galway talking of the need for additional capacity while we have over 50 acres of State land lying idle just a short journey over the road in Ballinasloe.”
The long-awaited replacement CT scanner has arrived at Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe and will soon be installed and available for use.
The scanner will be fully commissioned in the coming months in a newly constructed expansion of the Radiology department.
County councillor Evelyn Parsons welcomed the arrival of the replacement CT, saying that it is a “great step forward for Portiuncula University Hospital to support reliable provision of quality services and highest standards of patient care.”
Cllr Parsons said that as a member of the Regional Health Forum, she has repeatedly raised the need for a replacement CT scanner.
“I’m delighted the replacement CT scanner has arrived, for the many patients from a wide catchment of over 400,000 attending Portiuncula University Hospital and for staff who will have new and reliable equipment to help diagnose and clinically manage patients in our area,” said the Independent councillor.
“It is a state of the art 128 Slice Siemens CT Scanner and I understand that it’s expected to be up and running in October.
“As a next step I would like to see further provision of a second new CT scanner as the census population growth and crucial need for diagnostic services to tackle long waiting lists post Covid is very evident.
“The replacement CT scanner represents a great investment in PUB which employs over 800 staff in the Ballinasloe area. It is a great step forward to improve the patient experience, support staff, but most importantly to maintain and provide the highest quality standards of diagnosis and clinical care for patients in Portiuncula University Hospital.”
There’s nothing better than playing games. Everyone loves a good game – whether you’re an old school board gamer or you love to play online slots, there’s a game for all interests. You can play with friends or alone if you like to play games to unwind after a long day.
Even though gaming has been popular for centuries, it was technology that took the gaming industry and completely revitalized it. From new, improved graphics, there are so many ways that technology has advanced our gaming options.
But first, let’s take a look at where the beloved game of bingo came from and how its changed over the years.
History of bingo
It turns out, the bingo we know, and love today hasn’t experienced that many changes over its centuries of entertainment. The earliest similar game can be found in Italy all the way back in 1530.
Back then, it was called Il Gioco del Lotto d’Italia and is also similar to the lottery that we know and love today. This game still continues on today and has been played every week, almost without any lapses since the 16th century. It is so huge that the budget it brings in makes it critical to the Italian government.
As the years went on this game became more popular before coming to France in the late 1700s. The French has put their own spin on this popular game by developing a playing card that had three horizontal lines and nine vertical columns.
Each of the squares then have a number between 1 and 90 randomly placed on them. Numbers between 1 and 90 are then selected at random and whoever has that number on the card crosses it off – exactly the same as the way we play today!
Before it was called bingo, it was called housey-housey in the UK. This is probably down to the winner having to call house when they’d filled in all their numbers. Bingo became hugely popular, especially after the Betting and Gaming Act of 1960 creating the demand for bingo halls.
Rise of online gaming
But ever since 2005, the number of bingo halls have been in decline. But that’s not to do with the game’s popularity! It’s because online gaming had started to become more widespread and prevalent.
As internet access became a normality for most people, the rise in online gaming started. And it hasn’t shown any sign of stopping ever since! There are so many benefits to playing bingo online, let’s take a look at a few.
Benefits of playing bingo online
Easy access
One of the biggest benefits to playing bingo online is that it’s so easily accessible. Although it can be fun to go on a night out to a bingo hall, it can be annoying if that’s the only way you can play. A night out to a bingo hall can be a treat to enjoy with friends but playing bingo online or on a bingo app is a lot more convenient.
Bonuses and offers
Another great benefit to playing bingo online is all the offers and bonuses that are up for grabs. With so many sites and apps, there’s always stiff competition. Players can now access some of the best mobile bingo offers when playing bingo games on their smartphones. These bonuses typically allow the player to receive free bingo credits.
No need to travel anywhere
A big part of that convenience is that you don’t have to travel anyway! Whether you drive or take public transport, having to leave your home can feel like a huge chore. So not having to take time out of your day or fork out for extra costs is a real bonus and makes the whole experience more enjoyable.
Bingo chatrooms
Playing bingo in your own home does not have to be alone! One of the best things about online bingo is the chat rooms. Bingo chat rooms bring the best social aspect of the bingo halls and puts it right in your living room. You can still have a bingo night with your pals even if you’re not in the same city – or even country!
How online gaming influenced bingo games
Ever since smartphones started to become popular, everything we use has been made into a mobile friendly version. We now have an app for everything we need – banking, commuting, social interactions.
And mobile gaming is no different! Developers saw the potential that mobile gaming had and now we’re able to play all our favorite games on our phones as well as on a PC or other similar device.
This movement online also attracted a new generation of players. The days of a stale community center being used for bingo games is over! And with the shiny new draw of a bingo app or bingo site, younger audiences were drawn in.
Pair that with the fact that it’s now more convenient to play and all the bonuses up for grabs, it should come as no surprise that the internet had a positive effect on bingo gaming.
So, what are you waiting for? Go and check out the best bingo games out there and take full advantage. Invite your friends so you can take full advantage of the bingo chat rooms and enjoy the worlds favorite game.
Docudrama Íospartaigh na Lochlannach. Produced by Abú Media
TG4 has this week launched the programme for its Autumn schedule, with a packed lineup of stellar drama, documentaries, culture, sport and more.
This season’s launch celebrates Closeness,Creativity and Connection with a schedule featuring compelling factual programming, arts and culture, a true ‘súil eile’ on Ireland’s sports, new drama for young people and world-class Irish language films in cinemas across the globe.
Director General of TG4 Alan Esslemont said, “The content of this year’s autumn launch demonstrates the confidence and ambition of TG4‘s Post-Covid Vision.”
TG4 welcomes the publication of the Future of Media Commission Report which recommends the establishment of a commission on Irish language media.
“While TG4 welcomes this proposal, it should not be used as an excuse to delay investment in existing Irish language media.”
TG4 launches Autumn schedule
He added that Ireland should be a champion of minority languages in Europe, or it risks being seen as “a half-hearted laggard, some might say a hoaxer”.
“In our own area of media, the Welsh and Basque language broadcasters each receive double the public funding of TG4.”
He also mentioned the 100th anniversary of the death of Michael Collins, saying that he recognised the damage done to the Irish language.
“Collins wrote that the normalisation of Irish in Ireland would be “the biggest task” for the fledgling state.”
“I appeal to this present government on September’s Budget Day to honour the vision of Michael Collins and bring full-hearted vigour and investment to their strategies for the Irish language.”
Autumn Programming schedule
To mark the anniversary of the death of Michael Collins, Theo Dorgan uncovers the story of ‘The Laughing Boy’, a song written by Brendan Behan in memory of Michael Collins in a new documentary An Buachaill Gealgháireach directed by Alan Gilsenan.
Ar Lorg na Fírinne follows the families of the victims of the troubles as they seek the truth about the death of their loved ones.
Docudrama Íospartaigh na Lochlannach explores the Viking slave trade through the eyes of two Irish slaves, Findan and Melkorka.
Docudrama Íospartaigh na Lochlannach. Produced by Abú Media
A new investigative current affairs series Iniúchadh TG4 presented by Kevin Magee will feature political stories, social issues, and analysis from all over Ireland.
Three Female-led documentaries will explore the three ages of womanhood and the related effects on women at different stages of life.
Gráinne Seoige takes us on a no-holds barred journey into one of the final taboos in today’s world – the menopause in Meanapás: Meon Nua with the goal of driving awareness around the change of life and a push for a campaign for a national menopause policy.
Mary Kennedy tackles every element of the aging process for women head on including loneliness, concerns about physical and mental health as well as addressing taboos around what it means to age in Ireland in Mary Kennedy: Fad Saoil.
Síomha Ní Ruairc examines the relationship that young women have with body image, waging a war on social media, filters, and body shaming to ensure that young women, including herself adopt a more accepting body image in Síomha: Idir Anam‘s Chorp.
Hector returns to his travels taking on an amazing trip from the Balkans of Eastern Europe to the Baltics of the North in Hector Balkans go Baltics.
Hector with the Bogaturs in Bulgaria.
Musicians and Father and son, Breanndán and Cormac Ó Beaglaoich are on a musical journey together in their beloved campervan, Beauty travelling from Cork to Wicklow in Slí namBeaglaoich.
Doireann Ní Ghlacáin heads off with her fiddle on her back, to find out what is happening at the heart of the traditional Irish music scene in four different areas around Ireland in new series Ceolaireacht.
Broadcaster Máirtín Tom Sheáinín is on a mission to find out where faith healing is practised around the country in Cneasaithe.
A year in the West Waterford Gaeltacht of An Rinn and An Seanphobal is observed in new four-part series Ceithre Raithe sna Déise.
Bailte returns visiting the townlands of Tír an Fhia in Connnemara, Rann na Feirste in Co. Donegal, Béal Áth an Ghaorthaidh in Cork, and An Baile Riabhach on the Dingle Peninsula.
Ireland’s landscape, history, and architecture are very different when seen from above. Rúin ón Spéir reveals the secrets of Ireland in new and unexpected ways.
Sand Artist – Streedagh Beach – Sligo. Rúin ón Spéir produced by Tile Films
CoisMóire reveals the secrets of Munster’s Blackwater River following the footsteps of Annraoi Ó Liatháin’s guidebook.
Arts series, Imeall is back this season on TG4. Beginning on Culture Night, Imeall provides a wonderful insight into the work of our leading arts practitioners.
Live coverage of the United Rugby Championship begins on September 17 on Rugbaí Beo with over 40 live games this season including exclusive terrestrial coverage of the URC Final.
Gráinne McElwain learns more about GAA silverware around the country in new series Scéalta na gCorn.
Underdogs is back with the clash of the ash this season. The management team of John Allen; Claire O’Connor and Jamie Wall are looking for squad with enough drive, skill and passion to take on one of the greatest hurling teams. The best GAA action all year round continues on GAA Beo.
Junior Eurovision takes place in Armenia this year and for the first time ever, the public will have their say in choosing Ireland’s young contestant.
Loyal fans of Ros na Rún eagerly await to see what will happen to Briain when the next season begins on September 6th. A new drama series for young people SaolElla portrays the life of Ella a thirteen-year-old girl with a wish-list for the summer, to find a potential suitor and more importantly, to have her first kiss.
Treas (Neans Nic Dhonnchadha – left) agus Ella (Ciara Cox -Right) in Saol Ella
TG4 is expanding upon its TG4 Gach Áit strategy again this season with a focus on prominence of Irish-language content.
Róise & Frank an Irish-language feature film from the Cine4 scheme by TG4, Screen Ireland and BAI, will have a cinema release nationwide from September 16.
An Cailín Ciúin, recently selected by IFTA as Ireland’s entry for ‘Best International Feature Film’ at the 95th Academy Awards. The Best International Film contenders will be shortlisted from approximately 100 films to 15 international finalists on December 21.
Inscéal, the production company behind the film is on the verge of a US distribution deal which will see An Cailín Ciúin released in cinemas across America.
Two other films from the Cine4 scheme, Arracht and Foscadh will have their television premieres on TG4 this autumn.
TG4 will be available on Sky Glass which has launched in Ireland this week. Exclusive drama boxsets from Norway, Sweden and Iceland will launch this season on the TG4 Player, available worldwide on IOS, Android and on Smart TVs.
Liam Ó Maonlaí in Snugcheol
A digital-first music series Snugcheol will see and hear tunes from some of our favourite traditional musicians in some of the most famous and quirky snugs in the country.
MOLSCÉAL will continue to tell the stories of the Gaeltacht and Irish language communities on social media, and BLOC will give a new insight into the lives of young people in the Gaeltacht with a new series Óg sa nGaeltacht starting soon.
The Connacht side has been named for Friday’s pre-season friendly against the Sale Sharks, with a completely separate lineup from yesterday.
While one team went to France for Wednesday’s game against Castres, a different starting XV remained at home in Ireland
There are starts for new arrivals Peter Dooley and Josh Murphy, while Jarrad Butler captains the side from the back row alongside Conor Oliver and Paul Boyle.
Gavin Thornbury partners Murphy in the second row, while Dooley has Dylan Tierney-Martin and Jack Aungier for company in the front row.
Kieran Marmion and Conor Fitzgerald make up the 9/10 combo, while Shayne Bolton and Tom Farrell make up the centre partnership.
The team is completed by a back three of wingers John Porch and Diarmuid Kilgallen, and full-back Tiernan O’Halloran.
Among the 11 replacements there is just one change from the players that travelled to France, with Jordan Duggan coming in as replacement loose-head.
CONNACHT RUGBY SQUAD V SALE SHARKS
Friday 26th August @ Dubarry Park, Athlone (k/o 19:00)
15. Tiernan O’Halloran
14. Diarmuid Kilgallen
13. Tom Farrell
12. Shayne Bolton
11. John Porch
10. Conor Fitzgerald
9. Kieran Marmion
1. Peter Dooley
2. Dylan Tierney-Martin
3. Jack Aungier
4. Josh Murphy
5. Gavin Thornbury
6. Jarrad Butler (c)
7. Conor Oliver
8. Paul Boyle
16. Eoin de Buitléar
17. Jordan Duggan
18. Sam Illo
19. Darragh Murray
20. Oisín McCormack
21. Colm Reilly
22. Shane Jennings
23. Josh O’Connor
24. Charlie Ward
25. Bart Vermeulen
26. Donnacha Byrne
Irish Water has today issued a Boil Water Notice for people served by the Inishbofin Public Water Supply with immediate effect.
The BWN has been issued due to a deterioration of the quality of treated water in the public supply, though further details were immediately available.
The notice covers approximately 156 people on the island of Inishbofin off the Galway coast.
Rónan Daly, Irish Water’s Asset Operations Lead, has acknowledged the impact this notice will have on the community and apologised for the inconvenience to customers.
“We will continue to work closely with Galway County Council and the HSE to monitor the supply and lift the notice as quickly as it is safe to do so and safeguard the supply for the future.”
“Public health is Irish Water’s number one priority and this Boil Water Notice has been put in place as a precaution to protect customers.”
“Where risks to water quality are identified through Irish Water’s enhanced testing and monitoring programme, Boil Water Notices are issued in order to safeguard public health.”
“In all instances immediate action is taken to address the cause of the issue in order to lift the notice as quickly as possible, in agreement with the HSE.”
Water must be boiled for drinking, drinks made with water, preparation of food not cooked prior to eating, brushing teeth, or making ice.
However, the water supply is still suitable for hygiene purposes, such as showering and hand-washing.
Another Boil Water notice for approximately 350 homes in the Eyrecourt area remains in place after six months
Galway’s Blue Teapot Theatre Company has been shortlisted for the international Zero Project awards for improving the daily lives and rights of people with disabilities.
Blue Teapot is a multi award winning theatre company, performing arts school and outreach project for people with intellectual disabilities.
Based in Galway City, Blue Teapot were nominated for the awards by academic Len Collin in recognition for changing the discourse and perception of artists with intellectual disabilities in professional stage & screen work.
Blue Teapot is one of just two Irish organisations to make the shortlist of 156 projects from 63 countries, the other being the Saint John of God Liffey Service.
The Zero Project is committed to support the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities around the world.
As such, the 2023 Zero Project Call for Nominations is centred on Article 9 of the UN CRPD, which is dedicated to the theme of Independent Living & Political Participation and Information and Communication Technology based solutions.
The winners of the awards will be announced in September, with the goal of selecting 75 Innovative Solutions, to be published in the 2023 Zero Project Report.
Along with all shortlisted nominees, Blue Teapot will receive an exclusive invitation to attend the Zero Project Conference 2023, hosted at the United Nations Office in Vienna in February 2023.
Blue Teapot have also announced that Audio describer Mo Harte will facilitate a special Touch Tour of the forthcoming theatre premiere Into The Dark Woods on Saturday, September 17 at 1.45pm at Black Box Theatre Galway prior to the 3pm matinee.
Speaking about what patrons can expect, Mo Harte explained “A Touch Tour is not only for visually impaired patrons but can also be beneficial for those who process differently.”
“It is a tactile exploration of the geography of a theatre space, the stage, selected props, costumes and furniture”.
Ahead of this tour, Mo Harte will prepare programme notes to describe the set and costumes, which will be available to read and listen to via Blue Teapot’s social media channels from Friday, September 16.
The number of commercial building in Galway left vacant in Galway increased to 17.2% in the year up to June this year.
The latest GeoDirectory Commercial Buildings Report released today showed a 0.6% increase in the commercial vacany rate in Galway compared with June 2021.
This is significantly higher than the national average vacancy rate of 13.9% in June 2022 found in the report.
Of all the towns in Galway analysed in the report prepared by EY, Tuam had the highest vacancy rate at 23.5%, while Loughrea had the lowest at 17.1%.
The north-west region is the worst affected by commercial properties lying vacant, with Sligo having the highest rate in the country at 19.4%, followed by Galway and Donegal tied at the second highest level, and Leitrim and Mayo (both 16.9%).
Commenting on the findings of the report, Dara Keogh, Chief Executive of GeoDirectory said “The latest GeoDirectory Commercial Buildings Report highlights a marginal but continued rise in commercial vacancy rates across Ireland.”
“At 13.9%, the national commercial vacancy rate in Q2 2022 was the highest recorded by GeoDirectory since we started compiling these reports in 2013.”
“The past two and a half years have proved to be difficult for businesses to navigate, thanks to the impact of Covid-19 restrictions followed by rising inflation and energy costs.”
Commercial vacancy rates increased in 15 out of 26 counties in the twelve months to June 2022, with a total of 29,241 vacant commercial units recorded across Ireland.
There were 181,683 occupied commercial address points in Q2 2022, representing a decline of 1,225 on the corresponding figure in the same period last year.
The county with the lowest commercial vacancy rate was Meath at 9.9%, followed by Wexford at 10.6% and Kerry at 11.7%.
Fórsa members in the community and voluntary sectors are holding a protest in Galway this weekend over inadequate pay and funding.
The Fund Us Fairly, Pay Us Right protest rally will call for pay fairness for social care professionals working with disability and homelessness services in Galway’s community and voluntary organisations.
Galway-based social care worker Rachel said “My colleagues and I provide a valuable frontline service to a wide range of vulnerable people.”
“We are campaigning for better funding for our services because we are struggling to recruit talented social care professionals, people who could add real and lasting value to the services we provide.”
“We need proper funding, and that is the responsibility of the HSE and the Government,” she added.
The protest rally will take place in Millennium Park next to the Cathedral at 1pm this Saturday, August 27.
The rally will be addressed by Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) President Kevin Callinan.
Fórsa organiser Helen Cousins, works with social care professionals in the sector in Galway.
She explained that most of the funded organisations are struggling to recruit and retain care staff, as wages and conditions in the HSE, other state services and the private sector are more attractive to workers.
She said, “Saturday’s rally will be a family-friendly event, designed to boost awareness that services in health, disability and homeless services in Galway are under severe pressure”.
Helen said that workers can’t get a fair deal, because their employers simply don’t receive enough funding from the state.
“We have lots of members in the same professional roles in different employments, delivering the same services, who are on different rates of pay.”
“This is because those agencies funded by the HSE cannot deliver any pay improvements.”
“As a result, staff are moving on to where they can earn a better wage. These are degree qualified professionals, who are constantly upskilling.”
The effect of this, she added, is that voluntary and community organisations in areas such as disability services are unable to attract professional talent.
This leads to increased waiting lists at services which are already under pressure.
The only way to sustain disability and homelessness services, she added, is to achieve a level playing field with other sectors when it comes to pay and conditions.
Trading on the stock market can seem incredibly daunting if you’re a beginner. Many people hear about stocks online and on TV, but few know where to start. There are a lot of different terms and concepts to understand, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed.
While it’s possible to make money in stocks without fully understanding the market, the more you know, the better chance of success you’ll have. If you want to make money in the long term, you’ll need to know what you’re doing. Remember that trading stocks come with inherent risks, as you can lose money just as easily as you can make it.
Stock Trading Terms
Here are a few commonly used stock trading terms to help you understand the market a bit better.
Algorithmic Trading
Algorithmic trading uses computer software and pre-programmed trading algorithms to complete trades. These algorithms take factors such as time, price and volume into consideration and execute trades automatically to save time and costs. You can learn more about this type of trading with an algorithmic trading programme.
Exchange
This is a platform where you can buy and sell stocks. Examples include the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. You can also use online exchanges or over-the-counter exchanges, all of which offer their own advantages and disadvantages and have different stocks available.
Bull/Bear Market
The market is normally described as either a bull or a bear market. The bear market is characterised by a major stock or index falling 20% or more from its recent highs. A bull market is the opposite, where an index or stock is up at least 20% from recent lows. You can also describe sentiment about a particular stock being bullish or bearish.
Day Trading
This type of trading strategy involves the trader aiming to buy and sell a stock on the same day. Day trading comes with many risks, and it’s not easy. It takes a lot of experience and practice to get good enough to know when to buy and when to sell.
Long/Short
Going long on a position means you have bought a stock and are holding it. You’re hoping that the stock increases in value to improve your profit. On the other hand, shorting a stock is the sale of a stock you don’t own. You borrow against the stock, hoping it will go down in value, therefore increasing your profit.
How to Get Started Trading
Getting started with trading on the stock market begins with choosing the right broker. Depending on where you live, you’ll have a variety of different options available to you. Most brokers are now available online, and there are even stock broker apps you can use. Ensure that whichever service you choose is well trusted and easy to use. Consider opening a demo account first, which will let you trade with pretend money just to practice.
After opening up a trading account, you might be itching to buy your first stock and make your first trade. However, it’s important that you do enough research first. You may know a few things about the stock market already but getting a comprehensive education in the market is important if you want the best chance of success. You can find lots of resources and guides online, and there are also lots of books on the stock market too.
Your next step is in learning how to analyse the market and predict price movements. This is the most important skill in stock trading, as it will give you an edge and help you make the right decisions. Learn about technical analysis and how the price charts can give you clues about the way the market will move next.
The long awaited Kilrickle Group Water Scheme for hundreds of homes in the area has moved one step closer to completion.
Galway East TD Seán Canney said the government has approved the contract for construction of the scheme, and that it is due to be signed soon.
The group water scheme will supply 247 homes in the area east of Loughrea, as well as including the upgrade of the Kilcooley Water Supply.
Work on the project is expected to get underway shortly, and take approximately nine months to complete.
“After 20 years of false dawns the people of Kilrickle will now have a proper water supply. There will be no more uncertainties,” Seán Canney said.
The water supply for the new group scheme is being delivered from the existing Cappataggle Group Water Scheme.
Deputy Canney said that he commends them for their generosity in helping a neighbouring community get a water source.
“It is also a great achievement for the Committee in Kilrickle who stuck with the plan and kept the pressure on in pursuit of their communities right to have piped water to their homes and farms.”
“The officials in Galway County Council who guided the project through some very difficult challenges have to take credit for their professional approach on behalf of the community,” Deputy Canney said.
The final line-up has been announced for the Fall Right Into Place festival which takes place in Claregalway Castle.
The first Fall Right into Place festival took place last year, giving festival-goers a much-needed respite as pandemic restrictions on large gatherings eased for the first time.
The success of the first event has led to its return this year, with expanded capacity and standing tickets available.
In addition to an incredible line-up, Galway Bay Brewery is on board to provide a wonderful array of craft beers and there will be buses available to bring attendees back to Galway’s Westend afterwards for a late night music trail.
Festival organiser Gugai said they are delighted to announce the full line up for Fall Right Into Place this September – with the addition of a second stage in association with the Róisín Dubh.
“We have been working hard to bring you a line up that showcases some of our very favourite artists. We have great music, great beer and great food.
“I think it’s very special to be able to put on this event in the West of Ireland, in such a beautiful venue.
“The castle is only twenty minutes from Galway’s Westend where the late night music trail will be happening in my favourite bars, and the return bus service is going to make it very easy for people to get back there. Can’t wait to see everyone there.”
Tickets are €35 + booking fee per day and are on sale now from fallrightintoplace.ie.
THE SCRATCH : HOUSEPLANTS : OVERHEAD, THE ALBATROSS : KYNSY : CLARA TRACEY : EOIN DOLAN : SLOW PLACE LIKE HOME : PROPER MICRO NV : TELEBOX : ANNA MULLARKEY
Sunday 18 September
THE MARY WALLOPERS : DAITHÍ : JUNIOR BROTHER : PADDY HANNA : TRACY BRUEN : A LILAC DECLINE : BURY ME WITH MY MONEY : YAWNING CHASM
Mum Talks has announced that its first Galway meet up will take place on Monday 12 September at the g Hotel in Galway city.
Mum Talks supports and empowers women throughout their journey of motherhood with online and in-person meet-ups, events, talks and workshops.
The event is designed to help mums from pregnancy, right through to going back to work after maternity leave and beyond.
Those in attendance will hear from Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist Debbie Cullinan, TV presenter Síle Seoige and primary school teacher Joanna Cluskey.
Kara Heriot, co-founder of Mum Talks, said that they are looking forward to welcoming Galway mums into a comfortable, informal and relaxed environment.
“Come along by yourself or with friends, and babes on knees/buggies are always welcome too!
“You will have a lovely morning where you can meet other mums, enjoy listening to our speakers and have a yummy breakfast and always a hot cuppa! We guarantee when you leave you will feel uplifted and empowered!”
The Mum Talks co-founders, Lucy and Kara, have fostered a strong community to help mums connect with each other, as well as hosting talks with guest speakers in areas such as the reality of motherhood, mental health for mums, fitness, beauty/fashion, babies’ development, returning to work, and starting businesses.
Further details for all events and tickets can be found on Mum Talks Instagram @Mum_Talks and Mum Talks website mumtalks.ie
Over 1,700 graduates, their families and friends will be at NUI Galway this week for conferring ceremonies.
The celebrations for undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD degrees start today Thursday, and will conclude on Monday.
A range of degrees will be awarded to graduates from the College of Science and Engineering, College of Business, Public Policy and Law, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies.
On behalf of the University, NUI Galway President Prof Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh congratulated each of the graduates returning to campus over the three days on ‘what will be a milestone day in their lives’.
“It is a celebration of their dedication, talent, and commitment over many years. We stand on the shoulders of over 175 years of tradition and the strength of generations of graduates from this university, Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway,” he said.
Europe’s oldest and longest inland water sailing race will take place this weekend after the event was postponed in June because of poor weather conditions.
Five local sailing clubs are preparing to take part in the Cong to Galway race – Galway Hooker Sailing Club, Galway City Sailing Club, Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club, Galway Bay Sailing Club and Spiddal Sailing Club.
The course, which is about 30 nautical miles in total, follows the old steamer route from Lisloughrey pier near Cong in Mayo to Galway city. The race start is near Ashford Castle at the northern end of the lake.
It is raced as two legs with the first leg finishing at Kilbeg while the second leg is via a narrower channel in the lower lake and on to the river, finishing at Corrib Village.
People are invited to watch the race and along the shores at a number of viewing points.
Some of the best are along the river by Dangan and the Quincentennial Bridge where people can see many of the sailing dinghies having to capsize to fit under the bridge and the Hookers have to be ready to drop their masts and hoist them again once they are under the bridge.
A shortage of Community Welfare staff is causing delays in dealing with applications for Supplementary Welfare Support, Galway East TD Seán Canney has said.
The Independent TD said that the issues such as cost of fuel, food and other basics are ‘very real’, and that the Government’s response was to advise people to contact their Community Welfare Officer.
But Canney said that with the increase in demand for help, the Community Welfare Offices are ‘overrun with queries’.
He said that this unprecedented demand has led to delays in dealing with applications.
“The Department need to increase their resources immediately to deal with the demand,” he said.
“There is also a responsibility on Government to ensure the service they have recommended is resourced sufficiently to cope with the increased demand.”
