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Pressing the case for President Obama to use Shannon Airport while in Ireland
This week I have written to American Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney to press the case for US President Barack Obama using Shannon Airport when he visits Ireland in May. The US President confirmed to An Toiseach Enda Kenny that he will visit Ireland towards the end of May on a state visit. While the […]
Almost €100,000 funding for Corofin flood relief works
I have received confirmation from Minister of State Brian Hayes that funding from the OPW will be released for flood relief works in Corofin. I welcome the news that €99,000 is to be allocated to Clare County Council for additional flood defence works at Roughan, Kilnaboy in Corofin. Included in these works will be […]
New Programme for Government represents new start for the Mid-West
I welcome the new programme for Government and compliment the negotiating teams from both Fine Gael and Labour. The agreed programme takes account of the difficult economic environment yet also prioritises job creation and economic stimulus. In my view both Fine Gael and Labour have demonstrated in the past that they can provide strong […]
Common Sense and co-operation needed between DAA and Ryanair over Shannon deal
The latest rejection by the DAA of Ryanair’s proposal for additional services at Shannon Airport represents a missed opportunity for County Clare and the Mid-West Region.
The Real Work Starts Here
I am both thrilled and honoured to have been chosen once again by the people of County Clare to be their voice in Dáil Éireann. This was a hard fought election, with an impressive calibre of candidates. The electorate engaged very strongly on the doorstep. People wanted change and reform. They wanted constructive policies aimed […]
My Vision for Shannon Airport
I have produced a leaflet outlining where I see the future for Shannon Airport. You can access it by navigating to the publications sction on the top right hand side of this page. I welcome any comments.