New service launched in Galway for people with harmful gambling habits

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June 2, 2022

NUI Galway researchers have launched a survey into HIV-related stigma in healthcare settings to tackle the issue and improve health outcomes for people with the disease.

The first national survey into HIV-related stigma in healthcare settings will mean Ireland will be the first country in Europe that will have this kind of national-level data.

The study has been launched by researchers at the Health Promotion Research Centre in NUI Galway and can be accessed here.

It is the first of its kind in Europe as the researchers aim to learn both from people living with HIV and also those who provide healthcare for them.

Dr Elena Vaughan, who is leading the study, said that the research will help us to get a sense of what the needs and priorities are – both of people working in healthcare and people living with HIV.

“Experiences of stigma in healthcare settings can put people off engaging with healthcare services,” she said.

“This can have negative impacts on a person’s health. There is also evidence to suggest that stigma inhibits people from accessing testing and treatment, and so is a driver of the epidemic more broadly.”

Around 7,000 people are living with HIV in Ireland, and massive strides in the treatment of HIV mean that it is now easily managed with medication.

People living with HIV are living long healthy lives and cannot pass on the virus when they are on effective treatment. However, stigma remains a serious problem for many people living with HIV, and this can affect their health and well-being

Reducing HIV-related stigma is widely acknowledged as a key part of addressing the HIV epidemic.

“In addition to providing important information to help us reduce stigma in healthcare settings, the data generated from this project will be useful to programme and policy-makers in tracking progress in meeting commitments both to the SDGs and the Fast Track Cities Initiative,” added Dr Vaughan.

“Ireland will be the first country in Europe that will have this kind of national-level data.”

The survey is being launched just ahead of Irish AIDS Day on June 15, 2022 and will be live for the month of June. The project is supported by HIV Ireland and funded by the Irish Research Council.

STEM students invited to apply for Huawei talent programme with €5,000 on offer

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June 2, 2022

STEM students in Galway have been invited to apply for the 2022 edition of Huawei Ireland’s talent programme ‘Seeds for the Future’.

Third-level students studying STEM subjects at Irish universities and leaving certificate students considering a third-level course in science, technology, engineering or mathematics are eligible to apply.

There is a €250,000 scholarship fund for the programme, with the 50 top performing students each receiving €5,000.

The 2022 ‘Seeds for the Future’ programme will be limited to 100 students with the course taking place on 24 – 31 October.

Since the first programme in 2015, over 170 students from Irish universities have benefitted from this unique learning and culture experience.

Students take a variety of basic and advanced courses covering the latest innovations in smart cities, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, 5G, and the Internet of Things.

Guest lectures on digital transformation, sustainable technology, and strategic leadership are delivered by Huawei senior engineers and industry thought-leaders.

To apply, students must send their CV, a transcript of their academic records, and an essay of 400 to 600 words or a 2-3 minute motivation video reflecting their interests and why they should be chosen to take part, to seedsireland@huawei.com.

Students can also find out more information about the programme through Seeds for the Future official website. The deadline for submissions is 10 October.

Community Employment schemes are tied up in paperwork says local TD

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June 1, 2022

galway daily news ce scheme supervisors at leinster house — L to R: Conor Mahon CE Supervisor Oranmore, Sean Canney TD, Michelle Rohan CE Supervisor Claregalway and Gabriel Kearney Claregalway Community Group.

A local TD has hit out at the amount of paperwork involved in the Community Employment (CE) Programme which is designed to help people who are long-term unemployed to get back to work by offering part-time and temporary placements.

East Galway TD Seán Canney said that following a meeting with CE supervisors and community groups, he has concluded that those responsible for the scheme have ‘lost touch with reality’.

The CE supervisors and local groups complained of a ‘huge increase’ in unnecessary paperwork, duplication of paperwork and difficulties in getting referrals from the Department of Social Protection to fill vacant places.

Deputy Canney said the value of the CE Scheme to communities is enormous, but the voluntary local community groups are now being tasked with extra responsibilities which is not fair on these voluntary community groups.

“It is time that the Department re-calibrate their thinking and ensure that the participants, the supervisors, and the Community groups are treated as one team working with the Department to deliver an effective scheme,” he said.

HSE warns of long wait times for people attending EDs for non-urgent care this weekend

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June 1, 2022

The HSE has urged people to consider all healthcare options before attending emergency departments over the June bank holiday weekend, saying there will be long wait times for those presenting for non-urgent treatment.

Hospitals have reported record numbers of patients in emergency departments this year, with a sharp increase in those who are treated and then discharged without being admitted to hospital.

The HSE says that many of these patients could have been treated at other healthcare services such as injury units, GP and GP out of hour services and pharmacies.

They said that as always, emergency departments will continue to see and treat patients who require urgent and emergency treatment first.

Patients who attend EDs for routine and non-urgent treatment are being advised that they will experience very long waiting times over the coming weekend and into early next week.

The HSE regrets this delay and is asking all to help our staff through a challenging time for our services by considering all healthcare options before attending ED including; Roscommon Injury Unit, your GP, Westdoc GP out of hours service and pharmacies.

As always if you or someone else is seriously ill or needs urgent emergency care do not delay going to ED or dialling 999/112 for help.

New specialist menopause clinic to be located at UHG

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June 1, 2022

Galway Daily news Menopause clinic to open in Galway next year

The new specialist menopause service in Galway will be located at University Hospital Galway and will be operational by autumn, the HSE has confirmed.

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly announced last year that the new clinics in Galway, Cork and Limerick will be approved, funded and developed in 2022.

While the majority of menopause care will continue to be provided through GPs, these clinics will provide another layer of medical care for women with complex symptoms.

Cllr Parsons said that the confirmation that the clinic will be up and running in autumn is ‘great news’ for women in the West of Ireland.

The councillor has raised a number of questions regarding a specialist menopause service at the Regional Health Forum, and she said that she is ‘delighted’ with the confirmation.

“It is imperative recruitment of key personnel be swiftly progressed now to meet the needs of women requiring referral and to urgently address women’s health issues at this key transitional phase in their lives. Women’s care can’t wait,” said Cllr Parsons.

In addition to seeing women who meet the clinical criteria for referral to the service, the clinical team will also reach out to provide advice and guidance to GPs in the community.

€30 million announced to protect post office network

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June 1, 2022

Galway Daily news Galway TDs calls for support of Post Offices to prevent closures

The Government has announced €30 million in funding over 3-years to support the post office network across the country, a move which has been warmly welcomed by the Irish Postmasters’ Union (IPU).

The IPU says the package announced today will help to keep post offices open and government services accessible in local communities.

The Union said that the funding shows that the Government, like many others across Europe, is recognising the social value of post offices.

President of the Irish Postmasters’ Union Seán Martin said that the post office network is the lifeblood of our towns and villages and a much-trusted focal point of our communities.

“The Network continues to be Ireland’s largest retail and face-to-face service network at the heart of over 900 communities serving approximately 1.3 million customers each week,” he said.

“Our role in supporting communities was never more evident than during the recent pandemic when we were one of the few government services to remain open throughout.”

Seán Martin thanked the Government for making this funding available to protect and strengthen the network for the public’s benefit.

Galway Senator Aisling Dolan also welcomed the announcement, saying that this is strong support for the post office network and staff across Galway.

“It’s a boost for communities and postmasters working in our towns and villages that provide essential banking & post services. This government investment shows the commitment to ‘Our Rural Future’ strategy,” she said.

Athletes compete under glorious sunshine at Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon

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June 1, 2022

galway daily news Athletes travelled from across the country at the weekend to swim, cycle and run under glorious sunshine in the Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon

Athletes travelled from across the country at the weekend to swim, cycle and run under glorious sunshine in the Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon in south Galway.

The triathlon was celebrating its 10th year at the privately owned Castle Estate, and the bumper festival of triathlon and multisport racing was yet another great success.

The weekend of racing saw participants take to the water to swim in the privately-owned lake before adventuring on the rolling roads of the scenic bike course of south Galway and the Burren.

They then ran through woodland track and trails around the Castle Estate to finish at the front door of the Castle.

Saturday morning saw a number of Sprint Plus and Sprint triathlon races kickstart the weekend before athletes took on the Sprint Aquathlon, Aquabike and Duathlon events.

The morning ended with the Super and Starter Sprint triathlons, while in the afternoon all attention shifted to the privately owned lake as swimmers took the water to complete a 5k, 2.5k or 1 mile swim.

On Sunday morning, athletes prepared for the feature event of the morning; the Gauntlet middle distance race, where participants completed a 1.9k swim, 96k bike and 21k run under.

Getting underway at 8am, it was just before lunchtime when Conor Quinn of Active Multisport crossed the finish line in front of the Castle in a time of 4:41:57.

With a little over 7 minutes separating the top three men on the day, it wasn’t long before John Whelan crossed the line in 4:46:50 to claim second place with Stephen Chambers of South Coast TC rounding out the men’s podium in 4:49:03.

In the Women’s race Sian Egerton from Cork TC took the top step of the podium with a time of 5:33:00.

Caroline McLoughlin crossed the line in 5:41:44 to take second place with Nicola Hickey Crowe from Piranha TC finishing third in 5:49:19.

Sunday also saw the popular Olympic distance race take place along with the Standard distance Aquathlon, Aquabike and Duathlon events.

The run only events also took place on Sunday with runners taking on a Marathon, Half Marathon or 10k around the Castle grounds.

The feature events of Sunday afternoon were the hotly contested youth races where young athletes aged 9-15 raced their hearts out swimming, biking and running to the finish line much to the adoration and adulation of their families and friends who cheered them on in front of the castle.

The racing was fast and fun, enjoyed by everyone who witnessed the tenacity and determination of the young athletes who took to the course to race their best race all whilst having fun.

Speaking about the weekend’s events Race Director Brain Adcock said that this was an exceptional weekend in Galway.

“We always look forward to returning to Lough Cutra each year, it kickstarts the race season for us and this year with the 10^th anniversary it was a very special weekend,” he said.

“Thank you to everyone who raced, spectated, volunteered, supported and helped to make this weekend such a super success, the sun even shone, all weekend!

“I can’t wait to come back next year and start working towards the next big milestone in the history of racing at Lough Cutra Castle and Estate.”

Full results of all races are available HERE

€40,000 on the table for Galway GAA clubs in Cúl Camps competition

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June 1, 2022

Galway Daily sport €40,000 on the table for Galway GAA clubs in Cúl Camps competition — 23 May 2022; Meath footballer Emma Duggan with xxx at the launch of the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps on-pack competition. Follow in the footsteps of Skryne GFC and your GAA club could win up to €25,000 in the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps on-pack competition. To nominate your GAA club today, all that is required is to purchase a promotional box of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies or Bran Flakes. Using a unique on pack code, log on to kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/competition and nominate your club of choice. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile *** NO REPRODUCTION FEE ***

Galway GAA clubs from Carna to Caltra are in with a chance to win prizes worth up to €40,000 as part of the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps competition.

To date, more than 80,000 people have booked a place at the Cúl Camps this summer, which will run from June 27 to August 26.

There’s an added sense of excitement this year, as the summer programme is back running on all cylinders after the end of COVID restrictions.

Sarah Ferguson, Kellogg Ireland General Manager, said, “Based on incredible feedback and very popular engagement levels, we are delighted to officially launch the nationwide competition.”

“This is open for all GAA clubs across the country to be in with a chance to win prizes worth a total of €40,000.

“This on-pack competition provides GAA members with a great opportunity to raise vital funds for their club.”

“We want to encourage everyone to nominate their club to be in with a chance.

“Through our partnership with the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps, we are very proud to support the grassroots of the GAA.”

The prizes available are Prizes available are €25,000 for first place, €10,000 for second place and €5,000 for third place.

To nominate a GAA club to win, simply purchase a promotional box of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies or Bran Flakes.

Using a unique on-pack code, log on to kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/competition and nominate a club of your choice.

Up-selling & Cross-selling – What’s the difference?

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June 1, 2022

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Many businesses continuously compete for a top spot in their respective markets, like Amazon in the e-commerce market, an online casino within the entertainment industry, and Apple in mobile manufacturing, just to name a few. Businesses offering a product or service need to master the art of selling, both online and offline. This ranges from the recommendations one sees at checkout to add to their shopping cart on e-commerce websites, all the way to the buy 1 get 1 free sales promotions used by a grocery store.

Terms are used to describe specific selling practices, with up-selling and cross-selling being two of the most commonly used. Continue reading below as we take a closer look at up-selling and cross-selling to explain the difference between them.

What is Up-selling?

Up-selling is offering a customer the opportunity to upgrade an item or service they are about to purchase. When up-selling a product or service, the new product or service being offered is usually of higher value and will ultimately make the company selling the product more money. So, the main advantage from the merchant’s point of view when up-selling is making a higher profit, while the customer receives a higher-end product for the extra money spent. However, up-selling can put customers off buying anything at all if they feel pressured into spending more than they can afford.

Example of Up-Selling

A customer is interested in buying a new television and they have come to the counter wanting to purchase a 43” television. Up-selling in this instance could be one of two things. It could be offering a bigger television, such as a 54” television that presents better value for money, even though it costs more to purchase. Another example of up-selling in this instance would be to present the customer with another 43” television but of a higher-quality brand such as Samsung, which comes with additional Smart TV features. This would obviously be more expensive for the customer; however, the customer might conclude that the more expensive television is more worth purchasing.

What is Cross-selling?

Cross-selling involves offering a customer the opportunity to purchase an item that is in some way related to the item they have already committed to buying. The additional item could be something that compliments the item they are buying, or it could be something that would enhance the experience of using the item they are first purchasing. As the customer is already spending money, it means they may be tempted to spend more on additional products. Cross-selling is beneficial to a company because it means selling more products in one transaction, while also enhancing the customer’s experience. Cross-selling also brings products to the attention of the customer they might not have previously known were available.

Examples of Cross-selling

Cross-selling regularly happens, especially when buying smartphones, for example when purchasing a new Apple iPhone, a customer can be offered a phone case, earphones, and a screen protector. The customer does not necessarily need these additional items, but they are all linked to the product they are buying.

Key Differences

The major difference between up-selling and cross-selling is that the former is aiming to make the customer upgrade the original item, and the latter is aiming to enhance their purchase with add-ons. Cross-selling also involves making the customer aware of the company’s catalogue of products, whereas up-selling adds value to the original purchase without offering additional items.

So, although they both generate more money for the business, they are different. Which method a company will use will depend on the customer in question and the type of product or service being purchased.

Worst May on record sees 761 on trolleys at UHG

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June 1, 2022

University Hospital Galway was the third most overcrowded in the country last month, with a total of 761 patients on trolleys in May.

This was the worst May on record for UHG according to the monthly figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.

Last month’s numbers come to almost a hundred patients without a bed more than the next worst May since counting began, which was in 2017, when there were 671 on trolleys in the same period.

At Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe there were 53 patients without a bed last month, just one higher than the same period in 2021, and half the worst level seen in 2015.

INMO General Secretary, Phil Ní Sheaghdha said that it has been “another extremely difficult month” for staff in hospitals.

“May is traditionally a time in our hospitals where pressure begins to ease but our members have had no reprieve.”

“Nurses and other healthcare staff cannot be expected to sustain this type of pressure all throughout the summer.”

“If the Government and HSE are serious about retaining those who already work in the health service, meaningful action must be taken to ensure safe care conditions for both patients and staff.”

“No nurse wants to have to care for patients in sub-optimal conditions,” Phil Ní Sheaghdha said.

Overall there were 8,680 patients without a bed in Irish hospitals last month, with the worst case being, of course, UH Limerick, which accounted for 1,823 people on trolleys by itself.

Cork University Hospital was the second most overcrowded in the country, where 898 patients went without a bed, and UHG was tied in third place with Sligo.

The INMO is calling on the government to urgently reconvene the HSE’s Emergency Taskforce to discuss “realistic solutions” for overcrowding on a hospital by hospital basis.

Top Reasons for Getting a Master’s Degree

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June 1, 2022

After spending four years in college, a small percentage of grads discover the value of adding another layer to their educational resumes.

While less than one-tenth of four-year graduates choose to earn master’s degrees, those who do reap significant rewards in terms of higher earnings, a much wider selection of career paths, personal satisfaction, and as a stepping-stone toward a Ph.D. doctoral degree.

While it’s true that only the top tier of college and university grads move on to master’s programs, they do so for a varied list of reasons.

Some want to prepare themselves for a spot on a university faculty or professorship, while others simply wish to gain a clear advantage in the search for corporate or government jobs in an era of stiff competition.

Are you ready to take on the challenge? If so, keep your motivation high by remembering the many benefits that come to those who choose graduate school.

Financial Help Available

Those who want all the lifestyle advantages that come with earning a graduate degree often wonder how to pay tuition and related expenses.

Luckily, it’s possible to take out a student loan that can cover some or all the cost of getting a master’s diploma, no matter what the subject area, school, or length of the program.

For many college grads, private graduate student loans are the quickest and most cost-effective way to deal with the financial demands of post-college education.

In many cases, just for the purpose of comparison, it’s interesting to note that most master’s programs are just one or two years in length and come with lower total costs than a typical four-year college degree.

Access to Higher Lifelong Earnings

It’s long been true that those who hold advanced degrees earn higher lifelong incomes than those who don’t. That’s simply a basic fact of the way capitalist economies work.

Those with additional skills and educational achievements are in demand in nearly every career field.

In today’s highly competitive world, where specialized training and post-college educational degrees are valued by major corporations and educational institutions, grad school diplomas can spell financial success in multiple ways.

Wider Selection of Careers

If your goal is to teach at the university level or even at a local community college, having a master’s degree in any subject will open more doors than a four-year diploma.

Besides the field of education, advanced study qualifies you for numerous jobs and careers that are simply not available to high school and college graduates.

This is especially true in areas like scientific research, mathematics, technical, and analytical markets.

As a Ladder Toward a PhD

For a select few, the idea of obtaining a doctoral degree, or Ph.D., is the end goal of their studies. If you are in that group, obtaining a grad diploma is often a wise move.

Many Ph.D. programs prefer candidates who already have a year or two of after-college education under their belts. Keep in mind that doctoral degrees open up highly rewarding professional fields to those who spend the time earning a Ph.D. and aim to become psychologists, researchers, professors, and economists.

HSE Chief Paul Reid visits healthcare services across Galway

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Galway Daily news HSE Chief Paul Reid visits healthcare services across Galway

HSE Chief Executive Paul Reid visited healthcare services in Ballinasloe, Tuam, and Loughrea yesterday as part of a tour of the west of Ireland.

Mr Reid spent Tuesday in Galway as part of a two day visit to the west, which will be followed by more stops in Mayo and Roscommon today.

Yesterday he went to Portiuncula University Hospital in Ballinasloe, speaking with staff from multiple services such as the heart failure programme, and Quality and Safety.

Tuesday’s trip also included visits to Loughrea and Tuam Primary Care Centres, followed by an online meeting with local political representatives.

“Meeting staff and hearing the innovative ways they are working to benefit the lives of patients is a great way for me to get first hand feedback,” Paul Reid said.

He added that it was also an opportunity to thank staff for their work in recent years, praising the performance of frontline staff during COVID.

“Despite the interruption the pandemic caused, staff have progressed development of services that will benefit all.”

“I look forward to visiting many more colleagues and patients in other parts of the country throughout the summer.”

Mr Reid will continue his tour of the west today with visits to Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar Primary Care Centre, Regari Recovery College and Roscommon University Hospital Campus.

The purpose of this trip, which covers the three counties of the HSE Community Healthcare Organisation Area 2, is to see how Enhanced Community Care (ECC) planning is progressing, and to meet the staff working on Sláintecare.

Traffic lights out of action at Carnmore Cross

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June 1, 2022

Galway daily news Traffic lights at UHG out of action until next week

The traffic lights at Carnmore Cross near Galway Airport are expected to be out of action throughout the day.

Galway County Council has said that the ESB is carrying out works at the crossroads of the R339 and R381 today.

As a result of these works, the junction’s traffic lights will be down for Wednesday.

Motorists are advised to approach the junction with caution as a result.

Call for end to passport ‘discrimination’ against people in West

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May 31, 2022

galway Daily news Lockdown creates long delays in immigration and asylum services

A Galway TD has called on the Government to establish a passport office to serve people in the West of Ireland, calling for an end to ‘discrimination’ against people in the region.

Independent TD for Galway East Seán Canney said that people in the West have no option but to travel to Dublin or Cork for an emergency passport, which he said is ‘discrimination’.

Deputy Canney also called on Ryanair to be flexible in their approach to IDs for passengers travelling to Britain.

He said that the Irish airline insists on a passport only, while other airlines and ferries accept other forms of identity such as a public service card or a driving licence.

“There is a common travel area agreement between the UK and Ireland and the authorities do not require a passport,” said Deputy Canney.

“This move by Ryanair would help people going to the UK where passports have expired.

“Common sense should mean Ryanair would remove their rule in these times where the passport office is overrun with applications.”

Pride 2022: Month of educational talks planned for GUH staff

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Galway Daily news Galway Pride Week gets underway with flag raising in Eyre Square

Pride month at Galway University Hospitals will get underway this Frday with an information stand in the main foyer of UHG from 1pm until 2pm.

Maria Walsh MEP will launch the event at the hospital at 2pm, outlining a month of educational talks for staff focused on inclusion and diversity for both LGBT+ patients and staff.

Members of the public attending the hospital for appointments on the day are also welcome to attend.

Orla Sheil, Occupational Therapist at the hospital and a member of the Hospitals’ Pride working group, said that Pride month is an opportunity to increase awareness of healthcare issues and to educate staff to services available to LGBT+ patients.

Orla said that while there has been significant progress in Ireland to reduce discrimination against the LGBT+ community, more work needs to be done.

“Pride month is a time to both celebrate LGBT+ diversity and educate healthcare workers. Many people in Ireland are still feel afraid to disclose their sexual or gender identity.

“During the month of June we will be distributing rainbow lanyards to staff to use to wear with their work ID badges.

“By choosing to wear the rainbow lanyard, staff can show that Galway University Hospitals offers non-judgmental and inclusive care for all who identity as LGBT+.”

One mother who recently attend the Emergency Department with her son said: “I must say it was so lovely to see the doctor wear a rainbow lanyard. Visibility matters.

“As a concerned parent it felt reassuring that I didn’t feel like I had to worry about our family status being questioned.”

For more information on LGBT+ sexual identity and orientation, including supports, click here.

Pop-up event to reimagine the future of Headford town centre

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galway daily news headford main street meeting — Traders of Headford Main Street. Photo by Aengus McMahon

A free pop-up event will be held in Headford this Saturday, 4 June for the local community to get involved in reimagining a new future for the town’s centre.

Part of the Headfest festival line-up, the ‘Bloom Room’ event will discuss topics based on the ‘Reimagine Headford’ survey, which highlighted issues such as the declining main street, poor pedestrian experience and traffic management.

The event is a collaboration between Headford Town Team and architect and urban design specialist Deirdre Greaney, and a temporary space will be set up in a courtyard behind Mitchell & Co Solicitors on Headford Main Street.

Commenting on the event, Nathalie Weadick, Director of the Irish Architecture Foundation, said that we are at a major crossroads in Ireland as to how we use and reuse our town centres.

“With careful consideration, and the amazing work of people like the Headford Town Team, we have a chance to restore towns around Ireland to their vibrant hubs for every type of activity,” she said.

“This is a timely project, chiming with the objectives of ‘Places for People’, Ireland’s new national policy on architecture, which ambitiously calls for the regeneration of local areas through our built heritage.”

Also commenting on the event, a spokesperson for Headford Town Team said that Headford is a small town with a ‘big heart and a strong community spirit’.

“Our Town Team is seeking to channel and implement some big ideas for our Main Street, which tap into our fantastic creativity to model the town centre we want to have for future generations.

“With flowers, plants and pots for pollinators by McGaugh’s Garden Centre, an ‘imagination playground’ by Bricí Spraoi, live music by Eoin Stiffe, an ice-cream cart, Brown Bag Donuts and much more, we are inviting people to come and enjoy this temporary community space.”

Bloom Room, in association with the Irish Architecture Foundation, is taking place on Saturday 4th June, 11am-3pm.

Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta returns to Connemara this weekend

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May 31, 2022

Galway Daily sport Loughrea school adding all weather playing pitch

Leitir Móir is set to host the eagerly-awaited Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta this weekend, with the gaelic football festival returning for the first time since 2019.

The annual inter-Gaeltacht football tournament will take place at the club grounds of Cumann Peile Naomh Anna in Leitir Móir from Friday 3 June to Monday 6.

The festival will be officially launched on Friday at 9pm, with the first match throwing in on Saturday morning at 11am.

TG4, the competition’s main sponsor, will have coverage of the festival across all of its platforms including YouTube Spórt TG4. Eight games will be streamed live on the YouTube channel, with a further five games to be televised live on TG4.

Micheál Ó Domhnaill will present the games with commentary from Brian Tyers, Mac Dara Mac Donncha and Cuán Ó Flatharta.

Analysts will include some Comórtas Peile legends including Kerry’s Aodhán Mac Gearailt (An Ghaeltacht) Galway’s Seán Óg de Paor (An Cheathrú Rua) and Donegal’s Kevin Cassidy (Gaoth Dobhair).

Cork’s Rhona Ní Bhuachalla and Donegal’s Emer Gallagher will share their expert views on the Ladies Gaelic Football games.

The Ladies Senior Football Final will broadcast for the first time on TG4 on Bank Holiday Monday, 6 June and the Ladies Junior Final will be broadcast live on Spórt TG4’s YouTube channel on Sunday.

The weekend’s action will be previewed in the first programme of Spórt Iris, presented by Dara Ó Cinnéide and Gemma Ní Chionnaith live at 9.55pm on Friday night.

Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta 2022 schedule

Saturday 4 June

11:00	Men’s Quarter Finals – Junior	Boston Gaels v Clann na nGael	YouTube Spórt TG4
13:15	Ladies Preliminary Rounds – Junior	Cumann Peile Naomh Anna v Na Gaeil Óga	YouTube Spórt TG4
15:00	Men’s Quarter Finals – Seniors	Baile Átha an Ghaothraidh v Bearna	YouTube Spórt TG4
17:00	Men’s Quarter Finals – Junior	Winners Preliminary Rounds A v B	YouTube Spórt TG4
19:00	Men’s Quarter Finals – Seniors	1 v 2 preliminaries	YouTube Spórt TG4

Sunday 5 June

11:00	Men’s Semi – Final Game	Páirc an Mhaimín	YouTube Spórt TG4
13:15	Ladies Semi – Finals	Naomh Anna v Cill Chomáin	YouTube Spórt TG4
15:00	Ladies Final – Junior	Páirc an Mhaimín	YouTube Spórt TG4
17:00	Men’s Semi – Final – Senior	Páirc an Mhaimín	TG4
19:00	Men’s Semi – Final – Senior	Cumann Peile Naomh Anna v Winners C	TG4

Monday 6 June

12:00	Men’s Final – Junior	Páirc an Mhaimín	TG4
14:00	Ladies Final – Senior	Páirc an Mhaimín	TG4
16:00	Senior Men’s Final	Páirc an Mhaimín	TG4

Over 50 patients on trolleys in Galway today

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May 31, 2022

University Hospital Galway is the second most overcrowded in the country today, with 51 patients on trolleys in the emergency department.

At Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe there are a further seven patients without a bed, one in the ED, and six in the wards.

Figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation show that there were a total of 470 patients in Irish hospitals who did not have a bed as of counting this morning.

As usual, UH Limerick was the worst affected by overcrowding, with 95 patients waiting on trolleys in the emergency department and wards.

UHL and UHG had a significant, if unwelcome lead on the next worst affect hospital in Sligo, where there are 44 patients waiting for a bed.

COVID-19 paitents

There were a total of 14 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Galway’s hospitals as of Monday evening, nine at UHG and five at Portiuncula Hospital.

Of these three people have been admitted to the ICU, two in Galway City and one at Portiuncula.

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May 31, 2022