The people of Clare have said YES to the EU Fiscal Treaty Referendum – and by a large majority
65.7 per cent of voters in the Banner County gave their backing the new European Budgeting Rules, 34.3 per cent voted no
Just under half of those registered to vote in Clare cast their ballot
On Tuesday’s Morning Focus – presented by Marian Egan- Michael McNamara TD of the Labour Party and Joe Carey TD, Fine Gael Director of Elections for North Munster gave their reaction
As did Kilrush native and chartered accountant Gerard Leahy who had campaigned for a No vote.
Details of 3 bodies set to oversee the separation of Shannon Airport from the DAA and the reconstruction of Shannon Development have been announced
Several senior civil servants from a number of government departments will makeup the overall steering group which in turn will oversee the work of two taskforces- an Aviation Business Development group and another to oversee the change of management
We got reaction from Senator Tony Mulcahy of Fine Gael, Timmy Dooley TD, Fianna Fail Transport Spokesperson and Independent Shannon Councillor Patricia McCarthy.
The Clare Camogie team won their first senior provincial title since 1946 on Saturday with a 0-9 to 0-7 win over the current national Camogie league champions Cork
Orla Considine, Chairman – Clare Camogie and Brid McNamara- PRO Clare Camogie joined Marian in studio and panel member Aisling Hannon had a word about carrying on a family tradition as Aisling’s Grand Aunt played on the winning team of 1946.
Sergeant Joe Downey, Crime Prevention Officer with the Clare Garda Division appealed for the public’s assistance with information on a series of crimes committed over the past week- contact Ennis Garda Station on 065 68 48 100.
Sharon Cahir, Volunteer Solicitor with the Free Legal Advice Clinic at Clare Citizens Information Centre joined Marian in studio to discuss consumer legislation governing travel agents and tour operators and package holidays – including your rights if organiser cancels your holiday or becomes insolvent.
The Killaloe Pink Ribbon Walk is taking place on Saturday- the walk raises vital funds for Cancer services
We’re giving away one free pass to walk every morning this week!
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service have launched a new campaign which aims to increase public awareness of blood types and to encourage donors to bring their friends or "buddies" along with them when giving blood
The campaign also aims to sustain Ireland’s blood supply throughout the upcoming challenges of the June Bank Holiday, the good weather, Leaving Cert exams and the European Championships
Aileen Browne had a word with Marian and also encouraged people to support their clinic in Killaloe this evening at the Lakeside Hotel 6-9pm.
John Murphy, Chairman of the Clare branch of Birdwatch Ireland was in studio to answer you bird and wildlife queries.
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