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255 eviction notices issued in Galway means homelessness will continue to rise, says SF’s O’Hara
Galway East Sinn Féin’s Louis O’Hara has said an emergency response is needed to address rising levels of homelessness.
Simon Community to benefit from Supermac’s charity fundraiser next week
Supermac’s is hosting its annual charity fundraiser on November 17 at the LoughRea Hotel & Spa and this year, proceeds will be in aid of the Simon Community.
Budget 2024 was high on rhetoric but very low on impact – Hogan
Independent councillor Paul Hogan has described the recently announced implications of Budget 2024 as “high on rhetoric, low on impact” and a “damp squib for many families who were expecting something better”.
Midlands businesses are struggling with escalating operating costs – Ibec
Ibec, the organisation representing Irish businesses, hosted a Budget briefing on business priorities for the Midlands region in Athlone, bringing together local members and TDs.
Together as One, launch of Migrant Collective Galway annual Christmas appeal
An uplifting and empowering evening, celebrating our diverse city and the power of coming together through music, is promised at An Taibhdhearc on Friday next November 3. The Migrant Collective Galway support the underserved in our community and are launching their annual Christmas Fundraising appeal with a show of diverse voices and a curated set list to reflect, celebrate and empower the audience.
Food Rescue — A recipe for fighting food waste and transforming lives
As manager for Community Catering at COPE Galway, Geraldine Ryan oversees their partnership with Tesco and Food Cloud.
Demand for mental health services increased following the pandemic – Vhi
New data released by Vhi has found a 15 per cent increase in the number of its members accessing private psychiatric care in 2022, compared to the pre-pandemic period of 2019. Vhi paid out over €73.6 million in claims for private psychiatric claims in 2022, a significant increase on the pre-pandemic figure of €66.5 million in 2019.
Galway Simon concerned about what lies ahead this winter
Galway Simon Community has launched its 2022 Annual Impact Report, highlighting the continuing demand on its services during another very challenging year, but remaining very concerned about the state of the housing crisis as we enter another winter.
Embracing diversity: Working together for the good of all people with disabilities
In a world teeming with diverse abilities and challenges, disability remains an often overlooked aspect of our society. Today, let us pause to recognise the importance of inclusion and support for all individuals with disabilities. Whether we realise it or not, each one of us is connected to someone who faces the daily hurdles of disability. As we gather together, let us celebrate our unique differences and come together to build a society that values inclusivity, understanding, and unity.
Fine Gael is ensuring the best start for every child with Budget 2024 - Dolan
Fine Gael is tackling the cost of living for families with major investment in childcare and early education in Budget 2024, local Fine Gael Senator, Aisling Dolan, has stated.
