Broadband in Newhall
Following representations from constituents, I have taken up the issue of lack of broadband provision with Minister for Communications, Eamon Ryan. I also want to challenge the delay in implementing the National Broadband Scheme. Like many other parts of Clare, Newhall has inadequate broadband cover. I have asked the Minister when the residents of the area […]
Clare Schools Budget Cutbacks
It was very hard to determine on Budget day what the true impact would be on our education system. Since then however all details have emerged. Minister Lenihen’s first budget was and is a direct attack on the old, the sick and the young. Tonight I take the opportunity to speak for the younger generation. […]
Ennis Water Dail Speech
A Ceann Comharaile I welcome the opportunity to raise this issue about the provision and management of the public water supply. In Ireland, 83% of drinking water originates from surface water such as that from rivers and lakes with the remainder originating from groundwater and springs. According to the EPA this is particularly so for […]