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Galway Fire Services called out to gorse fires in three locations in the past 24 hours.

Fire services in Connemara were called out to gorse fires in three locations over the past twenty-four hours in Ros Muc, Renvyle and Inverin.
All three fires were contained quickly, and no serious damage has been reported.
A Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine orange fire warning continues until tomorrow with a high fire risk deemed to exist in all areas where dead grasses and shrub fuels such as heather and gorse exist with a particular focus on bogland and forestry.
Chief Fire Officer for Galway City and County Gerry O'Malley explained that given the current warm weather, there is an increased risk and urged the public to take precautions during this period.

New Galway Bay fm programme to champion climate action

Galway Bay FM is this week launching a new programme segment on the environment, to inform us all on how to make a difference in protecting the planet
'Ours to Protect' is a nationwide radio initiative, funded by Coimisiún na Meán's Sound & Vision scheme.
It aims to tackle climate change and champion climate action and will be featured every Thursday for the next year on the morning current affairs programme Galway Talks
It will involve local community, voluntary, NGO and state organisation representatives to discuss topics such as the climate impact of Energy, Travel, Food, Waste, the Circular Economy and Biodiversity
The introductory programme airs this Thursday at 11:30am and presenter John Morley explains how listeners can get involved

Roscommon/Galway TD Denis Naughten calls for action to improve treatment for rare diseases

Local TD Denis Naughten says action is urgently required to improve access to treatment for those suffering from rare diseases.
Speaking in the Dáil, he said despite the phrase, rare diseases are not actually that rare but Ireland does not have the expertise to treat many of these conditions.
Deputy Naughten outlined how Ireland is a member of a number of EU networks that offer improved access to treatment.
But he said patients' medical records must be constantly updated to ensure they have access to the most up-to-date medical care.
Deputy Naughten argued the big problem is that at the moment, it is consultants who are carrying out this time-consuming process, pulling them away from patient care.

Calls for public consultation on the installation of traffic lights at Oughterard Bridge

There is a strong call for public consultation to take place on the installation of traffic lights at Oughterard Bridge.
Councillors discussed the issue at a recent meeting of the Connemara area, with mixed views on how traffic lights would impact the area.
It's a separate project to the construction of a pedestrian bridge in the area, which has been given early-stage approval by the TII.
The council are seeking a meeting with the National Parks and Wildlife Service to discuss their opposition to the traffic lights plans.
However, Councillor Thomas Welby, says it's crucial people in the area have their say:

Official Plans and Timeline for Renville Sports & Community Grounds are announced

Chairperson of Renville Sports and Community Grounds Padraig O'Callaghan said they are delighted to be at this stage of the project.

fficial Plans and Timeline for Renville Sports & Community Grounds are announced

The Official plans and the timeline for the Renville Sports and Community Grounds have been announced to members of the Oranmore-Maree GAA One Club and residents of the local area at an open information morning held in the Galway Bay Golf Resort.
Club and community members were given a first look at the finalised plans for the grounds as well as a timeline for the project that will see the construction of four pitches and ancillary facilities for Renville Sports and Community Grounds at a cost of €3 million with full completion of the project ready for use in 2025.
Oranmore/Maree One Club Development Officer Derek Cullinane said that this morning was a milestone in the plans for the project.

Health Minister admits ”unacceptable” conditions at UHG ED during visit

The Health Minister has admitted that conditions at the Emergency Department at UHG during his recent visit were "unacceptable".
Stephen Donnelly was in Galway last Friday to open a new Primary Care Centre in Moycullen, and visit UHG.
Speaking in the Seanad, Senator Sean Kyne said people in Galway are "sick of hearing about plans" and need to see action on the ground.
Minister Donnelly accepted that progress has been far too slow to date - but real progress is now being made on a range of vital projects.
They include a new elective hospital and surgical hub at Merlin Park, as well as a new regional cancer centre and paediatric/maternity block at UHG.
But Minister Donnelly admitted conditions at UHG during his visit were far from ideal.

Catherine Connolly slams Government over ”two-tier” approach to refugees

Young Athenry filmmaker to have short film screened at international online festival

Appeal for responsible parking as huge crowds expected at Connemara beaches