Saolta draws up ‘surge plan’ as ICU occupancy doubles

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

Saolta has drawn up a “surge plan” to meet the challenges expected to face the health service as the pandemic peaks - the HSE believes this will take place within the coming days and week. This will see a field hospital at the Bailey Allen Hall at NUI Galway and a self-isolation centre at the Connacht Hotel.

Medical equipment found dumped on street in Newcastle

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

Illegal dumping has spiked in the two weeks since the coronavirus lockdown was imposed, but the most shocking incident yet items of medical equipment found dumped close to UHG.

Covid-19 shows business can support remote working, says Hanley

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

Many of the measures being taken by institutions and businesses to ensure work continues are measures disability advocates have been requesting for years, and such measures should be retained once the Covid-19 pandemic has passed.

Sinn Féin to hold online Easter Rising commemoration

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

Normally, 1916 Rising commemorations would be held in Galway City, Oranmore, Clifden, Ballinasloe, and other areas of the county over the Easter weekend, but the coronavirus lockdown has forced these to go online.

Farrell 'concerned' by lack of oversight over non-compliant business activity during lockdown

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

The lack of oversight on non-compliant business activity during the coronavirus lockdown is "very concerning", and the current guidelines are "wholly inadequate".

Concerns raised over lack of detail around extra beds for Direct Provision centres

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

An extra 650 beds for the two direct provision centres in Galway City, to assist with social distancing in those centres is a welcome move, but the "absence of detail is worrying".

Government must secure domestic production line for PPE, says Farrell

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

The Government must "immediately secure" a domestic production line for Personnnel Protective Equipment for frontline healthcare workers.

Clarity needed on Government's financial package being offered to student nurses

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

The Government must clarify its position on the financial package to be offered to student nurses who have been re-called for placement in hospitals throughout the State.

'Robust financial package' needed to protect farmers during Covid-19 crisis, says O'Hara

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

A "robust financial package" to protect farmers during the Covid-19 emergency is essential, especially in order to mitigate the effects of the drop in demand for farmers' produce, particularly in the beef and sheep sectors.

Rabbitte calls for 'No Detriment' policy to ease exam pressure on third level students

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

With the coronavirus lockdown preventing students from accessing the books and documents necessary for their studies, third level institutions across Ireland should immediately introduce a 'No Detriment' policy.

Galway Simon Community launch emergency appeal to fund vital services during Covid-19

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

Local homeless charity Galway Simon Community has launched an emergency appeal in a bid to fund their vital housing and homelessness prevention services during what they say is ‘a crisis within a crisis’.

Galway Wind Park launches €70,000 Community COVID-19 fund

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables, joint owners of Galway Wind Park, have today launched a €70,000 COVID-19 response fund to support local communities around the wind farm in Connemara.

Galway Wind Park launches €70,000 Community COVID-19 fund

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables, joint owners of Galway Wind Park, have today launched a €70,000 COVID-19 response fund to support local communities around the wind farm in Connemara.

Galway Wind Park launches €70,000 Community COVID-19 fund

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables, joint owners of Galway Wind Park, have today launched a €70,000 COVID-19 response fund to support local communities around the wind farm in Connemara.

Galway Wind Park launches €70,000 Community COVID-19 fund

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables, joint owners of Galway Wind Park, have today launched a €70,000 COVID-19 response fund to support local communities around the wind farm in Connemara.

Galway 2020 forced to lay off staff and part with creative director

Tue, Apr 07, 2020

Galway 2020 has been forced to lay off staff, and "bring to an end" to its contract with Artichoke and creative director Helen Marriage, due to the impact COVID-19 is having on arts events and programming.

Covid-19 sees Government create 'two-tier' welfare system, says Hanley

Mon, Apr 06, 2020

Those who have lost employment or income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and who receive welfare allowance support, get 50 per cent more than those on the usual payment, resulting in "a two tier social welfare system".

Number of ICU beds to double at UHG

Thu, Apr 02, 2020

The number of intensive care beds at University Hospital Galway is set to more than double as the west’s biggest hospital prepares for the anticipated upsurge in Covid-19 cases in the coming weeks.

‘Use the time positively, you have time on your hands'

Thu, Apr 02, 2020

For many Galwegians, swimming in Blackrock is a way of life, a highlight of the week. During the early stages of the coronavirus restrictions, it was a vital means of exercise, while also being good for mental health during a stressful period.

COPE Galway issues urgent appeal for help

Thu, Apr 02, 2020

COPE Galway has issued an urgent appeal to the people of Galway to help the local organisation support the most vulnerable people in our community during the Corona Virus emergency. The local charity operates frontline services for families and individuals in Galway who are homeless; women who experience domestic abuse (and their children) and older people who now, more than ever, may experience social isolation while they protect themselves at home.

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