Claims Government Will Cause Public Outcry Unless Retained Firefighters Dispute Urgently Resolved

It’s claimed the safety of local communities in Clare is under imminent threat due to government inaction.

It follows a road traffic collision in Lisdoonvarna yesterday, in which the services of on call first responders from Ennistymon Fire Station were required to cut a bus driver from his vehicle, after it collided with a wall.

Ennistymon and Shannon Fire Stations are among 100 closed today, as part of nationwide industrial action from crew members aiming to secure improved pay & working conditions.

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Former retained firefighter & Lahinch based Green Party Councillor, Liam Grant has been telling Clare FM’s Daragh Dolan that the government will cause public outcry unless immediate action is taken to resolve the dispute.

You can listen to the full interview below.