An Taoiseach visits Loop Head
I was delighted to welcome An Taoiseach Enda Kenny to County Clare yesterday, where he visited Loop Head lighthouse. An Taoiseach’s grandfather, James McGinley, served as lighthouse keeper at Loop Head in the 1930s. The lighthouse opens to the public from today until September 3rd and is well worth a visit. There are large potential […]
Wester Rail Corridor Concerns addressed
Following consultations with commuters and constituents, I raised issues to do with online booking, timetabling and availability of services on the Ennis to Athenry (Western Rail Corridor) route in a letter to Iarnrod Eireann senior management some months back. The reply from Mr. Richard Fearn, Chief Executive, confirms that online booking will be made available […]
Govt plans represent a bold new beginning for Shannon Airport and the Mid West
Government plans to separate Shannon Airport from the Dublin Airport Authority and to merge it with Shannon Development represents a bright new day, not only for the Airport but for the entire Mid West Region. Shannon Airport has been neglected for years, with decisions regarding its future continually being put on the long finger. The […]