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Labour Councillor Helen Ogbu has backed Labour Women’s proposal for a €3 million Safe Fund to support victim survivors of domestic abuse, calling for urgent Government action to remove the financial barriers that trap people in dangerous situations.

Across Ireland, thousands of people struggling with their mental wellbeing wait for months to see a specialist psychiatrist. While these specialist services remain vital, they are under significant pressure, leaving many without timely support when they need it most. GPs are overwhelmed.

The first-ever National Mental Health Experience Survey is now open to people who have accessed care across 35 adult acute approved centres in Ireland. The survey is a joint initiative of the Department of Health, the Mental Health Commission, and the HSE, facilitated by the National Care Experience Programme (NCEP).

This year, Mental Health Awareness Week runs from May 11 to May 17, with charities and the Mental Health Foundation encouraging everyone to support good mental health. The theme this year is action because, while awareness is vital, real change comes when we take meaningful action.?

The Plexus system represents the integration of a network of powerful, effective healing techniques that rebalance the life-force energy within and around the human body.

The Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr David Collins, has announced details of this year’s Cathaoirleach’s Ball, which will take place on Sunday, May 31 at the Raheen Woods Hotel in Athenry.

Ireland West Airport has announced that partnership with Portwest, its hugely popular annual 5k runway fun run will take place on the runway at Ireland West Airport on Saturday, September 19 at 7:15pm.

The winners of Galway City Council’s Mayor’s Awards were announced last week. Speaking at the event at the Galmont Hotel, Mayor of Galway City, Cllr. Mike Cubbard said that Galway City Council was proud to honour and celebrate the many people who offer their skills and compassion without expecting anything in return, and who serve as role models for us all.

A young father was told that he should be spending money on his children and not on drugs when he appeared before Galway District Court charged with possession of cocaine.

Galway County Councillor Martin McNamara has resigned from Sinn Féin. The Athenry/Oranmore representative was co-opted onto Galway County Council in December 2024 following the election of Louis O’Hara to the Dáil.