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Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) (Amendment) Bill 2026 - Committee Stage
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the question on “Cabinet Committees”.
Asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on EU and international affairs will next meet.
Claire Kerrane TD (Sinn Féin, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Safety and Well-being of Children Online: Discussion (Resumed)”.
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration when the Coroner Report for 2025 will be published by his Department; the reason it has not been published to date; and i
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Freedom from Exploitation, Violence and Abuse for Persons with Disabilities: Discussion”.
Planning applications, decisions and objections.
We don't have enough information to summarise this planning application. The council reference is 26106 at Galway County Council, but the site address, applicant details, and what's actually being proposed aren't available in the records we can see.
We don't have enough information to summarise this planning application. The council reference is 26107 with Galway County Council, but the location, applicant name, project details and application type aren't available on file. You may need to contact the council directly or check their planning portal for more detail
We don't have enough information to summarise this planning application. Galway County Council's records for reference 26108 are missing key details like the site address, what's actually being proposed, and who's applying. You might want to contact the council directly or check their online planning portal for the ful
Pierce O'Toole has been granted permission to build a new house at An Lochán Beag in Indreabhain, along with a new garage and a sewerage system. The decision was made on 13 May 2026, though it comes with conditions that need to be met.
William Varley has been granted permission to build a new house at Gorteennaglogh in Renvyle, along with a garage and sewage treatment system. The decision was made in May 2026 and comes with conditions that the applicant will need to meet.
Sinéad Ní Mhainnín wanted to renovate her home in Ros Muc by raising the roof ridge and adding a rear extension. Galway County Council refused the application on 13 May 2026.
Dáil contributions and parliamentary questions from your TDs.
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Sexual Health Services: Discussion”.
Asked the Minister for Transport when he plans to introduce a reciprocal driving licence exchange agreement between Ireland and the United States of America, Australia and Canada;
Asked the Minister for Health when brensocatib, although approved will be made available in Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Living Arrangements for Persons with Disabilities: Discussion (Resumed)”.
Martin Daly TD (Fianna Fáil, Roscommon-Galway) contributed to the debate on “Radiation Oncology Capacity: Discussion”.
Asked the Minister for Health the steps her Department is taking to address the gaps in neurological services identified in the recent report by an organisation (details supplied);
Garda appeals, incidents and crime news.
Radio-sourced courts item from Galway. Towns mentioned: none. [noise: commercial_advertising]
Radio-sourced courts item from Galway. Towns mentioned: Galway, Dublin. [noise: music_filler]
Radio-sourced courts item from Galway. Towns mentioned: none.
Galway Bay FM carried a court or serious-crime related update with local relevance to Galway: We ourselves are murdering people in Lebanon, in Gaza, in all of the countries now, Ir
Galway Bay FM carried a court or serious-crime related update with local relevance to Galway: not knowing the lyrics to toteau's 1982 hit Africa..
Fixtures, results and club news.
THE LAST POINT Sometimes there is a temptation to proclaim ‘I told you so’. It’d be easy to quote lines from this column last week to convey the impression that the Observer has a
Connacht SFC Semi-Final reaction: Leitrim manager slams disrespectful punditry ahead of semi-final clash and sets sights on Tailteann Cup campaign Few people may have shared his se
Connacht SFC Semi-Final reaction: Galway captain feels Tribesmen have work to do ahead of Connacht Final after 1-20 to 2-12 victory over Leitrim Galway will take a lot from Saturda
CONNACHT SFC SEMI-FINAL: LEITRIM 2-12 GALWAY 1-20 Leitrim players and fans must have felt they had split personalities on Saturday evening as their joy at pushing defending Connach
Connacht SFC Semi-Final picture special
THE LAST POINT Nothing gets a county revved up quite like an unexpected championship win. I imagine anyone with a drop of Westmeath blood must feel about a foot taller this week af
Parish bulletins, fundraising, festivals.
Radio-sourced service notice item from Galway. Towns mentioned: Galway. [noise: music_filler]
Radio-sourced service notice item from Galway. Towns mentioned: none.
Galway Bay FM carried a locally actionable update for Galway: The third stage of public consultation is now open, showcasing the preferred designs for Renmore, Balilohon Beach and
Galway Bay FM carried a locally actionable update for Galway: With faster access to urgent care at your nearest Leah Health and well-being clinic in Breyer Hill where you or a fami
The Annaghdown ICA Guild is hosting an Easter craft fair featuring 14 local handcraft makers selling unique, handmade gifts. The event takes place at the Anne Dove Community Centre
The Annaghdown ICA Guild, with 37 active members, is actively recruiting new members to join their Monday evening meetings. Beyond hosting events, the guild is deeply involved in c
Openings, closures and recruitment.
A new Irish zero-alcohol gin and tonic alternative company, established in 2024, has launched products in Super Value stores across the west and northwest and is in talks with majo
A local business has launched a zero-alcohol GNT (gin and tonic style) drink available in four flavors: Lemon, Bluemond, Blood Orange, and Berry Pink. The product is made with natu
Homecomings, anniversaries, weddings, retirements — the lighter local-radio chatter. More once the radio-share sync resumes.
Planning application details unavailable
New private dwelling house with garage and wastewater treatment system
New house and garage built at Traskernagh, Loughrea
Retention of two-storey 2-bed house, shed and septic tank refused
New house and garage built at Carrownamaddra, Kinvara
Changes proposed to existing community centre at Cill Ráine
Existing garage converted to granny flat
Rear extension to existing house approved for retention
Refurbish vacant cottage and add two-storey rear extension
New cottage with entrance and treatment system refused in Clifden
Shed retention, garage converted to one-bed annex, dwelling modifications approved
Building design changes approved for Killimor GAA Club development
New shed plus modifications to existing garage plans
New vehicular entrance and site works at Portumna Demesne
New house, garage and farm building approved for Indreabhán
Replace septic tank with new wastewater treatment system
House extension scaled back and redesigned following earlier approval
Expansion of goat dairy with farm tour area and storage refused
House extensions and new wastewater treatment system at Ardeevin, Glenamaddy