The Government has announced the Implementation Plan on the State’s Response to Homelessness – both existing homelessness and potential homelessness.The Plan implements the recommendations of the Homelessness Oversight Group that were contained in its First Report and covers the timeframe up to 2016. It will deliver 2,700 units acquired through construction, acquisition and also… Continue Reading
Fine Gael TD for Galway West & Mayo South
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Children First Bill 2014 – Implementing International Best Practice
The publication of the Children First Bill represents delivery of a key Programme for Government commitment as well as delivery of a key a recommendation of the 2009 Ryan Report Implementation Plan. It is the first time that key elements of the Children First Guidelines will be put on a statutory footing since they were first… Continue Reading
New Building Regulations
There have been wildly inaccurate claims regarding the new Building Control Regulations which are designed to help prevent scandals such as Priory Hall development and the use of pyrite. The new Building Control Regulations are very welcome because they establish a clear chain of responsibility. With enhanced traceability and accountability, homeowners will enjoy increased confidence… Continue Reading
Storm Damage Repair Works Progressing
The works on repairing damage caused by the severe storms of January and February are progressing at locations across Galway and Mayo. €11.4 million & €6.9 million in funding was allocated to Galway & Mayo respectively The severe weather of late December/January & early February caused substantial damage, including flooding, to homes, businesses, roads, walkways and other infrastructure. Coastal… Continue Reading
Submission to An Bord Pleanála re Galway Harbour Re-Development
Recently, I made a submission to An Bord Pleanála concerning the proposed re-development and expansion of Galway Harbour. The application has been made as a Strategic Infrastructure Development application directly to An Bord Pleanála. The submission was one of over 100 on the proposals which aim to develop and expand the harbour and port facilities… Continue Reading