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Traffic calming measures are due to be installed on the Ballyloughane Road once the plans drawn up by the Galway City Council for the work is agreed by local residents.

Traffic flow could be helped and commuter times reduced if motorists were allowed use the bus lanes on the Seamus Quirke Road at certain times.

We all grumble these days as we are filling our petrol tanks that fuel prices are rising to an all time high. When fuel prices go up, people often think twice about getting in their cars, especially for short trips. Cycling or walking to work or to run errands saves time and money, adds exercise into your daily routine, and helps reduce pollution. With the high cost of the school runs, more and more parents are thinking it is time to pump up those bike tires and buy that new pair of walking shoes to get their children to school. AA Ireland estimates that the average cost of running a small family car with an engine size of 1251-1500cc is now €11,817 annually, and back to school costs are estimated by parents at €487 for primary school children and €620 for those attending secondary school.

There was good news for one north Mayo school recently when St Oliver Plunkett NS, The Quay, Ballina, was awarded a bicycle parking shelter.

Sinn Féin councillor Thérèse Ruane has welcomed new proposals by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) to make cycle safety training a part of the school curriculum for seven and eight year olds in primary schools accross the State. The RSA Road Safety Strategy is also considering proposals to make the wearing of helmets for children under 13 years compulsory, a timely and welcome move according to Cllr Ruane who is chairperson of Smart Travel Castlebar.

Western Lakes Cycling Club’s family fun cycle is happening on Sunday, June 17. Sign on at Cycling Centre, Kilmaine Rd, Ballinrobe at 11am, leaving the Cornmarket at 12pm. This is a 30km (18mile) round trip. Light refreshments in grounds of Ashford Castle where the family can relax in the beautiful surrounds and more refreshments upon return to the Cornmarket. All you need is your bicycle in good working order and your helmet, all children need to be accompanied by an adult.

Want to save money, get fitter and feel better, then Galway Transportation Unit, Galway City Council invites you to cycle more often in Galway City.

Despite the recession, West Ireland Cycling has gone from strength to strength and is now one of the leading bicycle tour companies in the west of Ireland.

Children's races in Southpark, Terryland Cycle Picnic, a Fat Tyre Night in Moycullen, Merlin Woods Cycle, Bike Maintenance, Cycling Research Showcase and free bike rental are just some of the numerous events and initiatives planned for Galway Bike Festival, which takes place from Saturday June 16 to Sunday June 24. The festival programme, which was officially launched by Mayor Hildegarde Naughton on Tuesday aims to attract and encourage cyclists, particularly new cyclists of all age groups to discover the enjoyment and benefits of cycling.

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