Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Education: Schools Building Projects
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth the procurement and governance arrangements that apply to major school capital projects and the safeguards in place to ensure...
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28 Jul 2026 latest- planningPlanning application received: to construct alterations to the elevations of existing dwelling and...Tuam
- planningPlanning application received: to construct a fully serviced private dwelling house with waste water...Ballinasloe
- planningPlanning application received: for the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage and waste...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: to construct a slatted cubicle house with underground slurry...Ballinasloe
- planningPlanning application received: Permission for development which consists of: 1.Retention of...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: for the construction of a single storey storage building, 2 No. modular...Loughrea
- planningPlanning application received: for the erection of a 15m monopole telecommunications mast on a concrete...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: for the replacement and raising of the existing roof to the dwelling...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: for construction of a bungalow dwelling, effluent treatment system,...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: for a new dwelling house with on-site wastewater treatment system,...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: to construct a two storey dwelling and garage. Permission to include new...Galway
- planningPlanning application received: for as constructed dwelling house and attached garage on revised site...Galway
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Michael Fitzmaurice TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions
Michael Fitzmaurice TD (Independent Ireland, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the questions on “Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions”.
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Taoiseach: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements
Asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent meeting with the Spanish Prime Minister.
Claire Kerrane TD spoke in the Dáil: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
Claire Kerrane TD (Sinn Féin, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the orderofbusiness on “An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business”.
Michael Fitzmaurice TD asked the Minister for Transport: Tax Credits
Asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 148 of 24 June 2026, given motor tax is not a self-assessment tax, could the Minister address a case...
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Public Expenditure: Flood Relief Schemes
Asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation for an update on the Ballinasloe flood relief scheme, including proposed...
Planning
All planning →Planning applications, decisions and objections.
Planning application received: to construct alterations to the elevations of existing dwelling and increase the overall roof height
Aidan Connaughton — Townparks (2nd Division) Church View, Tuam Co. Galway. to construct alterations to the elevations of existing dwelling and increase the overall roof height...
Planning application received: to construct a fully serviced private dwelling house with waste water treatment system and private g
Shane Gilligan — Annagh Ballymacward Ballinasloe Co. Galway. to construct a fully serviced private dwelling house with waste water treatment system and private g...
Planning application received: for the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage and waste water treatment system with all
Brigid Barlow — Cloonfaghna Glinsk Via. Castlerea Co. Galway. for the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage and waste water treatment system with all ...
Planning application received: to construct a slatted cubicle house with underground slurry accommodation and all associated site w
Thomas Fleming — Eyrecourt Demesne Ballinasloe Co. Galway. to construct a slatted cubicle house with underground slurry accommodation and all associated site w...
Planning application received: Permission for development which consists of: 1.Retention of dwellinghouse and associated services on revised site bound
Applicant — 7 Roscam Park , Roscam , Galway. Permission for development which consists of: 1.Retention of dwellinghouse and associated services on revised site boundaries. 2. Retention of new front boundary wall and additional vehicular access.
Planning application received: for the construction of a single storey storage building, 2 No. modular units containing ancillary
Greenstream UL — Eir Site, Rathruddy Road Cosmona Townland Loughrea Co. Galway. for the construction of a single storey storage building, 2 No. modular units containing ancillary ...
Politics & TDs
Meet your TDs →Dáil contributions and parliamentary questions from your TDs.
Martin Daly TD spoke in the Dáil: Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the questions on “Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation”.
Michael Fitzmaurice TD spoke in the Dáil: Hemp Production: Discussion
Michael Fitzmaurice TD (Independent Ireland, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Hemp Production: Discussion”.
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees
Asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on health will next meet.
Claire Kerrane TD asked the Minister for Children: Childcare Services
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to provide an update on the roll-out of State-led childcare facilities; when the eight locations for this year will be...
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Social: Budget 2027
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he expects the cost of disability payment to be introduced in Budget 2027; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Education: School Staff
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of primary schools in counties Roscommon and Galway that are projected to lose a mainstream teaching post for the 2026/2027...
GAA & Sport
18 storiesFixtures, results and club news.
Galway Bay Races Offer Free Spectator Access This Weekend
Local racing events in Galway will take place this weekend with free public access. Races include junior and senior categories with specific timings and locations across the...
Galway and Cork Gaelic Games Updates Ahead of Key Matches
The Republic of Ireland women's team faces Kazakhstan in World Cup 2027 qualifiers, while Galway and Cork Gaelic Games teams prepare for crucial fixtures. Galway's minor team...
West Meath Football Team Loses to Galway, Eyes Next Match in Monaghan
West Meath's football team lost to Galway in a recent match, with manager Mark McHugh emphasizing the need to focus on their upcoming game in Monaghan. The team aims to learn...
Galway Team Focuses on Improving Ahead of Kinney Park Clash with Tipperary
A local hurling team is preparing for an upcoming match against Tipperary in Kinney Park, with analysts highlighting areas for improvement after a recent game. The team's defense...
Galway Aim to Rebound in All Ireland Football Clash with Waterford
Galway's All Ireland senior football champions face Waterford today in a crucial match following their opening round defeat to Cork. The game, part of the championship's round...
Galway's Sports Team Secures Key Victory in Ongoing Match
Galway's team secured a significant lead in their match against Mayo, with the score at 116-18 in favor of Mayo as the game enters its final stages. The performance highlights...
Community & Events
6 storiesParish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.
Local Volunteers Organize Bike Race with Community Support
A community-organized bike race in Galway is being supported by local businesses and volunteers, with the event set to take place on a challenging circuit through several towns....
Over 2,000 men access free mental health counselling in Galway
A free counselling service for men, launched in September, has seen over 2,000 participants and 13,000 sessions, according to Minister Mary Butler. The initiative, supported by...
Galway County Council AGM to elect new Coherlach
The Gawaii County Council AGM will take place at County Buildings in Galway at 2:30pm today, where a new Coherlach will be elected. Current Mayor David Collins will step down...
Men's Health Week Fair Launches in Shantalla with Free Services
A health fair marking Men's Health Week is taking place at Theo Higgins' home in Shantalla, offering free health checks, information stands, and refreshments from 9 AM to 1 PM....
Man dies after falling from sea wall in Kinvara
A man in his 30s has died following a fall from a sea wall in Kinvara, County Galway. His body was taken to University Hospital Galway for a post-mortem.
Salt Hill Festival Attracts Large Crowds, Traffic Advice Issued
The Salt Hill Festival is drawing large crowds, with traffic advisories in place. Local radio warns of no parking options and recommends alternative transport.
Roads & Traffic
1 storyClosures, disruption and road works.
Debris reported on M18 and N6 causing traffic disruptions
Debris on the M18 southbound between Junctions 12 and 13 in County Clare and the N6 inbound near Galway has been reported, prompting travel updates. Authorities advise caution in...
People & Faces
Homecomings, anniversaries, weddings, retirements — the lighter local-radio chatter. More once the radio-share sync resumes.
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Ballinasloe
Planning application received: to construct a fully serviced private dwelling house with waste water treatment system an
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Tuam
Planning application received: to construct alterations to the elevations of existing dwelling and increase the overall
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Athenry
Planning application received: to build a single storey extension to the rear and side of existing dwelling house
66
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Loughrea
Planning application received: for the construction of a single storey storage building, 2 No. modular units containing
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Oranmore
Planning conditional: sought to erect dwelling house, domestic garage, wastewater treatment system, percolation area and
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Oughterard
Planning application received: for amendments to previously approved planning permissions ref no’s 20/1298, 23/399 and 2
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Moycullen
Planning application received: chun Teach Cónaithe, Córas Séara-chais agus Garáiste, chomh maith le gach obair eile a bh
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Gort
Planning application received: for the construction of a dwelling house, garage, treatment unit and all associated site
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Headford
Planning conditional: to construct a new serviced extension & carry out alterations to an existing dwelling
20
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Kinvara
Planning conditional: of the following 1. An independent living unit ancillary to an existing dwelling house. 2. A domes
19
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Spiddal
Planning application received: chun teach nua a thógáil maraon le garáiste príomháideach, córas séarachais, oibreacha su
18
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Indreabhán
Planning application received: to decommission existing dysfunctional wastewater treatment and disposal system, retentio
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Portumna
Planning application received: of existing dwelling house, domestic garage, septic tank with percolation area and all as
13
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Clifden
Planning conditional: to construct a new dwelling house, sewage treatment system, a new site entrance and all associated
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Roundstone
Planning application 2660794
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Glenamaddy
Planning application received: for the (1) conversion of existing dwelling house to staff facilities building. (2) Demol
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Inishmore
Planning application received: chun teach cónaithe, garáiste agus córas séarachais a thógáil
4
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Inisheer
Planning application received: chun Seomra Ceardaíochta a Choinneáil
4
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Killimor
For change of house & garage design and all associated site works
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Letterfrack
Planning application received: for the development of a toilet extension and all associated works to the existing Inform
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