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Galway Bay FM 22 January 2021 print Galway Bay fm newsroom – Galway’s local authorities are being urged to work with local bus companies on establishing a park and ride facility at Galway Airport. Councillor Alan Cheevers says with the proper infrastructure and bus lanes from the airport to the city, it would be the prime location for such a facility. It comes as the matter was discussed at a recent meeting of the city council, which heard that a dedicated unit has been established within the National Transport Authority to examine Park and Ride for Galway. It’ll explore options for Par...

A demand has been made for the Galway City Council to initiate a Compulsory Purchase Order on the controversial and derelict Corrib Great Southern site.

Galway Bay FM 7 January 2021 print Galway Bay fm newsroom – A city councillor says the Government needs to immediately look at an emergency parental leave payment for those affected by the extended closure of schools. Councillor Alan Cheevers says many parents are stressed and looking at cutting their hours – despite the fact many cannot afford it due to financial obligations. It’s as the Government has announced that all schools are to remain closed for January, with the exception of leaving cert students. The Government has also advised that special education should remain open with p...

Galway Bay FM 28 December 2020 print Galway Bay FM Newsroom – There are calls for Galway City Council to radically change how it deals with illegal dumping in 2021. Fianna Fail Councillor Alan Cheevers has voiced concerns after what he describes as an escalation of littering in the Ballybane area in recent weeks. Councillor Cheevers says illegal dumping is costing the local authority a lot of money and presents a health and safety risk to local residents. He argues new ways to tackle the ongoing issue must be explored, including the possible use of drone technology and cameras, as well as a...

Galway Bay FM 23 December 2020 print Galway Bay fm newsroom – The HSE is being urged to clarify the opening hours for the Covid-19 testing centre at Galway Airport. City Councillor Alan Cheevers says last night’s announcement of a significant rise in cases is hugely disappointing for families and businesses across Galway. There were 970 new cases confirmed nationwide, as well as 40 new cases in Galway, which in both cases is a significant jump on the figure for the day previous. Councillor Cheevers feels it’s vital that we have a reassurance that people can get tested as soon as they sh...