Coronavirus: 5 more deaths and 15 new cases in the Republic

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July 2, 2020

Students in Galway who have not yet applied for SUSI grants are being urged to do so before the ‘Priority’ closing date on 9 July.

New applicants to SUSI will have their application for the next academic year prioritised if they apply before next Thursday.

Don’t forget 💭✏️The priority closing dates for New Applications is around the corner ↩️

Get your application in before or on Thursday 9th July, to receive priority processing 📌#SUSIPriorityDate pic.twitter.com/tC9sHRvBhn

— @susihelpdesk (@Susihelpdesk) June 30, 2020

Galway East TD Ciaran Cannon has said that students and their families who have experienced a fall in income can ask for a review of their application reviewed under the ‘change of circumstances’ provision within the scheme.

People can opt for a review if they can demonstrate that any change in income is “likely to obtain for the duration of the approved course or for the foreseeable future”.

The Fine Gael TD said that this is an important provision in view of the economic impact of COVID-19.

“I understand that to date, SUSI has received circa 75,000 applications for the 2020/21 academic year. While it will still be possible to submit applications after the priority closing date has passed, any late applications will not receive the same priority attention by SUSI.

“SUSI is accepting applications in the usual way from Irish students intending to study approved courses in the UK and from UK students intending to study in Ireland, as they can continue to avail of student grants if eligible,” he said.

Three Galway artists get a boost from Remote Control development programme

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July 2, 2020

Galway Daily arts & culture Three Galway artists get a boost from Remote Control development programme

Three Galway based artists have been chosen for the Remote Control programme to help them develop innovative art projects and find new ways to connect with audiences.

Remote Control is Artist Development Programme for artists based in Galway who are working creating their own work in the area of Theatre, Dance, or Visual Art.

The three month programme running from June to August is a collaboration between Brú Theatre, Galway Dance Project, and the Town Hall Theatre.

Supported by the Arts Council of Ireland, it aims to help these artists find new ways to engage with their audiences.

Each artist will receive a €1,500 grant, along with the benefit of in house workshops, and remote mentor-ships to help develop their chosen projects.

The aim of the programme is not to produce finished pieces but to develop practice, explore ideas and build networks.

Kristyn Fontanella is a dancer and choreographer who wants to use Remote Control to investigate new ways of integrating dance and theatre, specifically comedic performances into her creative practice.

This programme will allow her the opportunity to garner information and skills from theatre practitioners in other fields, and she, in turn, can adapt that into movement which will be more relatable to the general public.

SJ Woods is a theatre-maker and creative producer who will be working on a project focused on women’s experiences of the Bon Secours mother and baby home in Tuam.

During the Remote Control Residency she will research the experiences of the women inside the home and develop ways to present their stories in an immersive theatre experience.

Fionnuala Doyle-Wade is a contemporary dance artist from Seattle, currently based in Galway, who is exploring how we relate to physical space and how physical space informs the way we move, as dancers and humans.

For Remote Control she is creating three choreographic scores which will be presented and shared on various platforms with an invitation for anyone to create and film their own variation.

Each artist will be paired with a professional mentor, who will provide online support and mentorship as the artists develop their projects.

Micil Distillery to reopen its doors tomorrow for tours and tastings

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July 2, 2020

Galway’s only operating distillery will join hairdressers and pubs in reopening its doors during Phase 3, as the country slowly regains some degree of normality after lockdown.

Micil Distillery will be open for tours and tastings from tomorrow, 3 July, after pausing the production of hand-crafted spirits earlier in the year for the first time since 1848.

Production was temporarily stopped so that the distillery could free up its supply of alcohol, to begin manufacturing antibacterial hand sanitiser to meet local demand during the COVID-19 crisis.

But from tomorrow, the Micil team will operate a limited number of tours per week which will give visitors a unique, up-close insight into the world of Micil, poitín, whiskey, and their award-winning gin.

Guests will hear an entertaining mix of interesting, funny, and daring stories and discussion about each of the products and what it is that makes each of them so unique.

They will also hear some family history from the time of the original founder Micil Mac Chearra in 1848 through to his great-great-great grandson, Pádraic, the current head distiller, all while experiencing the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of a working distillery.

Speaking about the reopening of their visitor centre Pádraic Ó Griallais, a sixth-generation poitín distiller from Indreabhán, said that they are excited to be reopening again.

“We have really missed the buzz of welcoming visitors to our distillery and are looking forward to once again letting our guests taste the products that our family continues to make in a time-honoured tradition, and share our unique and exciting family history with them,” he said.

“After diversifying into the production of hand sanitiser in March, this year, in particular, will certainly be one to add to the books for us!”

Guests on the Micil Distillery Experience can rest assured that they are in safe hands as the distillery is following all health and safety guidelines and rules. There will be hand sanitising stations, seating arrangements will allow for social distancing and there will be regular cleaning and disinfecting throughout the distillery and visitor centre

As an additional precaution, Micil Distillery has also reduced capacity on their tours which means spaces are limited.

To book your spot on the Micil Distillery Experience, head to the Micil Distillery website.

Boots unveils brand-new store at Knocknacarra retail park

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July 2, 2020

The new Boots store is now open at the Gateway Retail Park in Knocknacarra.

As part of Boots’ continued investment into the growth and expansion of stores around the country, the company is proud to announce the opening of its third store in Galway, bringing the total of stores across the Republic of Ireland to 89.

Customers visiting the new store will have access to a full pharmacy service, including expert pharmacists who will be on hand to offer trusted advice and help with prescriptions.

The impressive 478sqm of space will facilitate a wide range of health and wellness products, as well as top beauty brands including No7, Clinique, NYX Professional Make Up, and many more!

There are also free car parking spaces for Boots customers, meaning these services are even more accessible for the residents of Galway.

At this unprecedented time, Boots Ireland recognises its role as a valuable resource for patients and customers who are seeking support, reassurance and information.

The health and safety of customers, patients and colleagues remains the highest priority and the Boots Knocknacarra team have been working incredibly hard to ensure that the store and pharmacy is the safest place for customers to shop, in line with government guidelines.

Safety measures include a queueing system to control the number of people in the store at any one time and clear signage throughout the store to help maintain social distancing. Every purchase made in the store will be done in the safest way possible, with Perspex screens for counters, tills and self-checkouts.

Customers will also be able to avail of the Boots Order and Collect service for ease and convenience, with all colleagues having access to the PPE they need to ensure they are safe to serve customers.

Store Manager David Boyce is excited about the opening and what it can offer Galway: “We are delighted to open the doors to our new Boots Ireland store in Knocknacarra.

The new store will provide local residents with access to our wide range of pharmacy, health and beauty products and services and we look forward to welcoming them to the store in the near future.”

The new Boots store at Unit 13 Gateway Retail Park, Knocknacarra, Galway will be open for the following hours from July 1:

9am-7pm: Monday- Wednesday
9am-8pm: Thursday & Friday

9am-7pm: Saturday
12pm-6pm: Sunday

The pharmacy service will be available throughout normal trading hours. For more information visit www.boots.ie.

42 charities across Galway receive donations from AIB

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July 2, 2020

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A total of 42 charities in Galway have received donations from AIB, as part of the bank’s community investment programme.

Galway Rape Crisis Centre and Tuam Cancer Care were among the charities to receive funds after the 14 AIB branches in the county donated €1,000 each.

€200,000 has been made available to branches across the country as part of AIB Together, and Evin Cusack, Head of AIB Galway and Mayo, said that the bank is delighted to be associated with such a great initiative.

“The donation of €1,000 from each of our 14 Galway branches is an important way of showing our continuing support for local communities across Galway City and County,” he said.

“I am extremely proud that AIB Galway staff are also continuing their individual fundraising efforts and that the bank has agreed to match any funding raised for certain named charities.”

Separately, AIB has launched a fundraising initiative to further support communities impacted by the current pandemic.

The bank wants to raise €1million from colleagues – which will be matched by €1million from the business – creating an overall ambition of giving €2million to communities most in need. Over €337,000 has been raised so far, including the matched funding.

Some of the Galway charities which received funding under the AIB Together programme are Connemara Care CLG, Oranmore Maree Coastal Search Unit, Cruinniu Magh Cuilinn, Galway Rape Crisis Centre, Galway Community Circus, Jigsaw Galway Branch, Tuam Cancer Care, St Olivers Child Education And Development Centre, Galway Hospice , Loughrea Family resource Centre Limited, Abbey Duniry Scouts Group, Gort Resource Centre, Gort Cancer Care, East Midlands Care and Ballinasloe Meals and Wheels.

Water restrictions lifted on two of the Aran Islands

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July 2, 2020

Galway Daily news Irish Language Plan approved for the Aran Islands

Water restrictions which have been in place on the Aran Islands since late April have been lifted on Inis Mór and Inis Meain after recent heavy rainfall.

Irish Water imposed nightly water restrictions on the the Aran Islands starting on April 20 in response to a massive increase in demand from the stay at home orders, and HSE handwashing guidelines.

This week, the restrictions on Inis Mór and Inis Meain were lifted by Irish Water this week after recent rainfall replenished reservoir levels.

Commenting, Tim O’Connor, Irish Water said “There is good news for Inis Mór following the recent rain.

“The reservoirs are reasonably full and there is currently enough water in storage on the island to cater for locals and incoming tourists.

“Reserves are also rising slowly on Inis Meain, while also taking into account the tourist season.”

“We would like to thank everyone who was impacted by these restrictions which were absolutely necessary due to the very low levels of water on the islands following one of our driest periods in history for their conservation efforts and patience.”

However, night time restrictions are remaining in place on Inis Oírr between 9pm and 9am for the foreseeable future.

Irish Water and Galway County Council are continuing to monitor the situation on a daily basis, urging local residents and businesses, as well as visitors to the islands, to conserve water wherever possible.

Travel to Ireland’s offshore islands has been closed off since March, with ferry operators saying they would only take islanders and emergency or essential personnel for necessary trips.

Phase 3 of the easing of lockdown restrictions, which began on Monday, has seen travel to offshore islands permitted for the first time in months.

Lane closures for overnight M17-M18 motorway roadworks

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July 2, 2020

Galway Daily news Traffic disruption expected from Galway City centre roadworks

Overnight roadworks on the M17-M18 motorway on will involve lane closures on Thursday night.

DirectRoute Tuam Ltd, the M17-M18 concession company, is carrying out works on the motorway to facilitate improvement works at new Rest Bays.

In order to facilitate these works, the M17 northbound carriageway will be closed at Junction 19 Annagh Hill from 9pm – 12:30am tonight.

This will be followed by the closure of the M18 northbound at Junction 17 Kiltiernan from 1am to 5am.

Diversion routes will be sign posted for all traffic to re-join the motorway during these times.

It’s not expected that these roadworks will have any significant impact on journey times.

More time sought to convert derelict city filling station to restaurant

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July 2, 2020

Galway Daily news More time given to convert vacant garage to restaurant in the Claddagh

More time is being sought for a project to convert a derelict filling station in Galway City to a restaurant.

Planning permission to convert the derelict Corrib Service Station on Fairhill Road Lower to a restaurant was first granted in December of 2015.

The plans call for a change of use of the existing garage/service station to a sit down restaurant, alterations to road facing fenestration, and the addition of six velux windows.

Owner PJ Canney also intends to build a first floor over part of the ground floor which include ancillary office space, as well as a staff changing area, staff room, and storage space.

The original application stated that the station had already been derelict for over 10 years, and that a viable restaurant at this site would be “in the interest of urban regeneration”.

“The existing garage, in its present condition, is the only undeveloped site on the Raven/Griffin/Fairhill triangle, whilst also holding the most prominent position on the triangle due to its dual exposure to both Fairhill Road Lower and Father Griffin Road”.

“The proposed development will give the derelict site a new vibrant use, with an attractive facade treatment which will complement the existing urban fabric of the urban island.”

“The proposed development will also maintain and build on the critical mass of the city to strengthen economic growth and competitiveness as outlined in the CDP.”

No work has yet taken place on the project due to “economic downturn” the EOD application states.

Canney is now seeking a five extension of the original grant of planning permission.

Galway City Council is due to make a decision on whether to grant the EOD application by August 5 of this year.

Survival of up to 135 bus and coach operators in Galway threatened

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July 2, 2020

Galway Daily news City Councillor calls for unlimited travel public transport ticket

Up to 135 private bus and coach operators in Galway face an “uncertain” prospect of survival without government intervention the Coach Tourism & Transport Council of Ireland claims.

The CTTC, a representative body for Ireland’s coach touring companies, and private bus operators, has this week published an economic report on the impact of the coronavirus on the sector.

Compiled by economist Jim Power, the report says that since March, turnover for bus and coach operators has declined by 95%, representing a loss of €586 million.

Rural areas have also been disproportionately affected by the downturn it says, as private operators there are responsible for significant amounts of transport in rural towns, as well as school and tourism travel.

Chairman of the CTTC, John Halpenny today said that the bus and coach sector in Ireland is facing an “existential crisis” with many not likely to survive without government intervention.

Operators are threatened by collapsing revenue and depleted reserves he said, as well as a crisis in confidence, with people still deeply cautious due to the pandemic in a way that is unlikely to change quickly.

“It appears certain that without significant assistance and intervention from Government, many operators will simply not survive.”

Among Galway’s most well known private bus operators is GoBus, which has been massively successful in its intercity bus routes, and had also recently launched its first commuter route.

GoBus suspended all services from March 16 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and has yet to announce any plan to resume operations.

However, not all private operators have come to a complete halt. Tuam based Burkes Bus initially suspended all of its commuter routes, but started taking passengers on again from mid May.

As lockdown restrictions have eased, the private operator has been gradually increasing services on its Tuam-Galway and Headford-Galway routes, while others remain suspended.

The CTTC is calling for a government bailout with measures along the lines recommended in the report.

These include a subsidy of up to 17% of a company’s revenue based on 2019 turnover, and a further injection of €140 million into the sector to maintain pre-COVID service levels.

The CTTC is also asking for an extension of both the Wage Subsidy Subsidy Scheme and the moratorium by financial institutions, as well as clarity on social distancing and quarantine guidelines.

There are 1,721 coach operators in Ireland, which support 11,457 jobs between them, and carry over 75 million passengers a year.

“It is clear that the business environment for bus and coach operators will be extremely challenging over the next 18 months with the sector having to deal with reduced capacity due to social distancing, limited international travel as a consequence of quarantining rules and depleted consumer confidence.”

“Our members stand ready to help tourism re-build, run adequate scheduled services, and satisfy the demand for private bus hire but without state support many of them will simply not be around”.

Calls for new Health Minister to confirm funding and time frame for Old Grove Hospital

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July 1, 2020

East Galway TD Ciarán Cannon has asked the new Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to give assurances on the funding needed to redevelop the Old Grove Hospital in Tuam.

The redevelopment of the hospital in Vicar Street, Tuam is expected to cost €13m – €5m more than the initial estimation and Deputy Cannon says that he is concerned that this will hold up the project further.

He said that the project is critical for Tuam and North Galway as it would ensure people have access to the best medical services. Certainty on the time frame for the project is vital, said the Fine Gael TD.

“The development of this facility will result in the provision of a broad range of services which will complement those already available in the Primary Care Centre,” said Deputy Cannon.

“It is vital therefore that people have certainty on the time frame for the project and to that end, I am writing to Minister Donnelly to ensure we get these assurances that the necessary funding will be provided.”

The East Galway TD, who served as Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development for three years, added that if extra funding is required, it “has to be committed to, and the sooner we get these assurances the better”.

Coronavirus: 3 deaths in Republic, no new COVID cases reported in Galway

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July 1, 2020

The National Public Health Emergency Team has confirmed that three more people have died after being diagnosed with COVID-19.

Just six new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed today in the Republic, taking the total number of cases to 25,477.

Galway has not had any additional confirmed cases, and the total number of cases in the county remains 485.

Speaking today, Dr. Tony Holohan said that the NPHET is still advising against all non-essential travel.

“The WHO has warned that the global pandemic is accelerating. In the past week, over 160,000 cases have been reported each day,” he said.

“The National Public Health Emergency Team will meet again tomorrow as it continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19 nationally and internationally, and review Ireland’s response and preparedness to the disease.”

Dr. Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer said; “In June, a total of 31 cases of COVID-19 in Ireland were associated with travel.

“The balance of keeping the disease suppressed in Ireland will continue to be challenging as society and business reopens. Public Health Advice remains available on gov.ie/health and hse.ie.”

Public consultation for new County Development Plan underway

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July 1, 2020

Galway Daily news Public consultation for new County Development Plan underway

The public consultation process for a review of the Galway County Development Plan got underway this month, and will continue until mid-September.

Galway County Council has this month started preparation work on the 2022-2028, and is taking public submissions related to the first stage until September 1.

In the first stage of preparing this plan, the county council an Issues Paper and video clips on different areas of concern for the public to view and comment on, which can view on the council website here.

The county council is currently taking appointments every Wednesday at County Hall as part of the Issues Paper Consultation.

Public submissions related to the plan can also be made by post to Administrative Officer, CDP Review, Forward Planning Policy Unit, Áras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway or by email to forwardplanning@galwaycoco.ie.

Finally submissions can be made via an online form at galway.ie/cdpreviewsubmissions.

People are asked to make their submission via a single format only.

This public consultation will be followed by a report from the Chief Executive on its outcome, followed by directions from members of the county council on the preparation of a draft plan.

“With your active help and guidance, the new Galway County Development Plan can create a more attractive, inclusive, competitive and sustainable County,” a council spokesperson said.

“The new Plan should reflect the needs and ambitions of all communities in the County of Galway, so it is essential that you have your say right from the start.”

Youth homelessness on the rise in Galway

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July 1, 2020

Galway Simon Community has expressed concerns that homelessness among young people is increasing in Galway and the charity has called for the new government to urgently address the homelessness and housing crisis.

According to recent figures, 503 people were reported as living in Emergency Accommodation in the West of Ireland during May, including 72 families.

Of those, 235 are children and young adults under the age of 24, representing 47% of the total number.

The number of people aged between 18 and 24 in Emergency Accommodation increased by 18% compared to May of last year.

Galway Simon Community says it is seeing first-hand the increase in young adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Galway.

Karen Golden, CEO of Galway Simon Community, welcomed the decline in the overall numbers, but raised concerns that homelessness could increase again due to the economic fallout from COVID-19.

“It is very welcome to see a small decline in the overall number of people in Emergency Accommodation in the West, however, this is unfortunately not a trend we are seeing within our own services,” said Karen.

She said that the rise in youth homelessness over the last year is of particular concern and that Galway Simon is seeing more young people than ever turning to the charity for help.

“It is critically important that we can support young adults when they are in crisis to help them find a path that keeps them out of Emergency Accommodation and entrenched homelessness.”

Karen Golden highlighted the positive collaboration between statutory and voluntary organisations that has taken place in Galway since COVID-19 and urged the new Government to “build on this collaborative approach to urgently address the housing and homelessness crisis”.

“We welcome the recent passing of the vote on the programme for government and the appointment of new Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien,” she said.

From January to May of this year, Galway Simon’s Youth Homelessness Prevention Service alone supported 29 unique households, including 4 families; almost double the number for the same period in 2019.

In addition to this, the charity also supported a further 42 people between the ages of 18 and 25 in their other Prevention and Housing services.

“There has been a huge effort locally and nationally to ensure that those experiencing homelessness could remain safe during COVID-19,” added Karen Golden.

“Preventative measures such as the moratorium on evictions and rent freezes also demonstrated the willingness of the Government to take action during the pandemic.

“These actions have highlighted that if we build on this collaborative work between local authorities, the HSE and NGOs like Galway Simon Community, we can make huge inroads into the homelessness crisis. We now need a government response that brings the same level of commitment, collaboration and focus to ending homelessness for those in Emergency Accommodation and the many thousands more experiencing hidden homelessness across the country.”

Galway City Mayor fears the worst for the West after Cabinet announcement

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July 1, 2020

Mayor of Galway City Mike Cubbard has said that he fears the West will be “left behind” after it was announced that the new Cabinet has no Senior Ministers from Connacht.

Three Cabinet Ministers are from Cork South Central, which is Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s constituency, while there are six Ministers from constituencies around Dublin and two in Wicklow.

But there are no Senior Ministers from Donegal down to Limerick, and the Mayor of Galway City said he is “deeply concerned by the ignorance that was shown towards the West”.

“Only last week Galway City Council discussed over €750 million worth of urban regeneration and development projects that we have requested financial backing from Government for,” said Cllr Mike Cubbard. “Equally, under the Land Development Agency we have aspirations for sites such as Sandy Road and the Dyke Road.”

Without a senior Government Minister in Connacht let alone in Galway, he says he fears “we will again be left behind.”

“Connacht has a population of over 550,000 people and was ignored by Michéal Martin yet his own constituency of Cork South Central with a population of about 125,000 now has 3 at the top table.

“Fairness and balance are the very least I would have expected but what we got was an absolute imbalance in terms of location.

“I accept that Deputy Hildegarde Naughton was appointed a Super Junior Minister and will attend cabinet meetings therefore I will be contacting her to request that assurances are put in place to allow Galway a fair opportunity to develop as required,” added the Mayor.

GMIT partners with Canadian college to promote international tourism

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July 1, 2020

Galway daily news Free GMIT food entrepreneurship course course returns

The GMIT Galway International Hotel School has partnered with St. Laurence College Canada on a new initiative to promote international tourism and hospitality.

The two colleges have signed an agreement to help support tourism with a joint international hospitality course for Irish and Canadian students starting later this year.

The new course will allow students from SLC to study in Galway for one semester and GMIT students to study for one semester in SLC at their Kingston Campus in Ontario from 2021.

SLC students who successfully complete their Diploma in Canada will be eligible to complete their bachelor degree (L7) and BA Hons (L8) in International Hotel Management at GMIT.

Cáit Noone, Head of the Galway International Hotel School at GMIT said “All great partnerships required the dedication and expertise of great teams and this agreement is no different.”

The GMIT team was led by Head of Department Jacinta Dalton and Culinary Arts lecturer Cormac Handy and Hotel Management Programme Chair Colin Gilligan.

“This is the first international partnership Galway International Hotel School has undertaken in Canada,” Cáit Noone said, adding that she is grateful to Don Young, former VP of International Education, and President and CEO Glenn Vollebregt of SLC for helping to develop this partnership.

The two colleges first signed a Memorandum of Understanding in 2017, and currently collaborate on Contemporary Arts courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

“I am also very grateful to the HEA who awarded Galway International Hotel School an initial Government of Ireland Academic Mobility scholarship which was very important when we started this project.”

For Irish students wishing to apply for this course it will be listed on CAO, course code GA370.

Further details are available on https://www.gmit.ie/hospitality/bachelor-business-hotel-and-catering-management.

First Galway homes to be connected in early 2021 under National Broadband Plan

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Galway Daily news Work underway to deliver fibre broadband for 2,500 homes in East Galway

Galway is expected to see an investment of €153 million to connect almost 40,0000 homes and businesses to high-speed fibre under the National Broadband Plan.

Since January NBI, the consortium responsible for implementing the National Broadband Plan, has completed surveying in many areas of Galway, preparing on the ground information for when the construction phase of the project begins.

Surveys have been completed in Oranmore, Clarinbrige, Claregalway, Furbo and Barna, and most recently in the areas around Ballinasloe such as Kiltomer, Oatfield, Annagh, Kilconnell, and Ahascragh.

This survey work has involved creating detailed maps, documenting images, notes and measurements of the poles, cables and underground ducts in each area to help prepare design solution.

NBI chief executive Peter Hendrick said the company is pleased with the progress being made.

“We started physical work on the ground in January and I am delighted to report that this is going very well.”

“We are acutely aware that people want access to high speed broadband as soon as possible, and our goal is to deliver that.”

There are 38,338 premises in Galway targeted for receiving fibre broadband under the NBP.

The first homes in Galway are expected to be connected under the Plan in early 2021.

It was also recently announced that Vodafone Ireland will be responsible for installing Broadband Connection Points at public facilities in rural areas, including 8 hubs in Galway.

BCPs will be the first locations connected under the NBP in order to provide a high speed connection for underserved rural areas until a permanent connection can be put in place.

“Future proofed fibre broadband will be key to ensuring that Ireland is fully and reliably connected in this digital era – and for future generations to come,” Peter Hendrick said.

“The BCPs are a milestone in delivering access to high speed internet in the Intervention Area, and we’re working hard to ensure the first BCP launches are delivered in the next few months.”

Farmers urged to be vigilant after sheep killed in dog attack

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July 1, 2020

Galway daily news sheep killed in serious animal attacks

Galway County Council is liaising with Gardaí and urging farmers to be vigilant after an attack on sheep by multiple dogs over the weekend.

A number of farmers in the area of Lawrencetown and Clontuskert were affected by the livestock attack on Sunday evening in which a sheep was killed.

“Two dogs involved in the attack were not caught and we are asking that farmers in the area be particularly vigilant against the threat of dog attacks on livestock,” the council said on facebook.

“It is the responsibility of dog owners under the Control of Dogs Act, to ensure that their dogs are under effective control at all times.”

“Attacks on sheep can result in economic losses to the farmer, for which the dog owner can be held liable under the Control of Dogs Act.”

If anyone sees an incident of sheep worrying or damage to livestock, they are urged to report it to the county council at 091-509510 or by emailing dogwardens@galwaycoco.ie.

Coronavirus: Just 7 COVID-19 cases reported in Galway this month

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June 30, 2020

Galway daily news COVID-19 cases more than double at UHG

There have only been five cases of COVID-19 confirmed in all of Galway city and county this month according to HPSC figures.

Today’s data from the Department of Health shows that there have only been 485 cases of COVID-19 in Galway, up just seven from 478 at the end of May.

It has now been 16 days since there has last been a new case confirmed on June 14.

The total figure in Galway peaked at 486 at that point, but one case was later taken off the tally after validation of data by the HPSC.

In total, Ireland has now had 1,736 deaths related to the virus, and a total of 25,473 confirmed cases.

Today there was one death and 11 new cases reported to the Department of Health.

Coronavirus: 1 death and 11 new cases in the Republic

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June 30, 2020