City's new Corrib bridge to be named Droichead an Dochais, or Bridge of Hope

The new pedestrian and cycle Corrib bridge across from Galway Cathedral is to be named Droichead an Dochais, or Bridge of Hope.

Over 60 names were proposed by members of the public, and city councillors voted 12 to 4 in favour of the chosen name at last evening's meeting .

Councillor Colette Conolly proposed Droichead Julia Morrisey while John Connolly proposed Droichead Nora Barnacle. 

Meanwhile, Councillor Alan Cheevers voted against Droichead an Dochais for these reasons: