Domestic Violence Register Law To Be Brought To Cabinet

Junior Transport Minister To Liaise With TII On Dangerous Stretch Of Clare National Secondary Road

The Junior Transport Minister claims he'll liaise with Transport Infrastructure Ireland with a view to reducing the speed limit on a dangerous section of a Clare national secondary road. Residents of Darragh recently met with Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Independent TD Seán Canney, to highlight their concerns around the speed limit, poor road surface and inadequate signage on their stretch of the N68. Over 1,100 locals signed a petition seeking upgrades at the location. Responding to Meelick Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe in the Oireachtas Transport Committee, Minister Canney says the residents have "straight forward requests".

Mayor Looking Forward To "Bright Housing Future In Ennis"

The Mayor of Ennis says she's looking forward to a brighter future for housing in the town. It's after An Coimisúin Pleanála ruled in favour of Glenveagh Homes Plans to build a 300-unit estate near Drumbiggle. While sites at Ashline and at Claureen have also been confirmed for an investment of between €10m and €20m under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund that will unlock lands for the construction of up to 1,300 new units. Cathaoirleach of the Ennis Municipal District Cllr Mary Howard says it's vital works are carried out in a timely fashion.

Beyond Belief - Sunday 21st June 2026

Stephen Fletcher presents this Beyond Belief in which we hear how ancient pilgrimage paths and the beauty of the west are opening new doors of faith as he talks spiritual tourism with a Pioneer Minister in Training, Valerie Raitt. Also, as the Franciscan movement marks its 800th anniversary, Stephen talks to Fr Tom Ryan who tells us how this centuries old tradition remains surprisingly relevant — and urgently needed — today. And as usual Stephen talks to his colleague Fr Gerry Kenny to catch up with what is happening in our churches.

Sunday Prayer - Sunday 21st June 2026

Fr Gerry Kenny leads our Sunday Prsayer for today the 21st June 2026, the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Council Looking To Extend Operating Season At Coastal Locations

Clare County Council says it's looking to extend its operating season at beaches and coastal locations. The local authority has come under pressure to provide lifeguards outside of the June to September season and to open toilet facilities on a more regular basis in light of May's high temperatures seeing crowds flock to waterways. The council says it's not possible to guarantee full lifeguard cover beyond September due to staffing constraints but it remains committed to a flexible approach and would like to extend the opening period of public toilet facilities from next year. Local Fianna Fáil Councillor Shane Talty says more resources are needed.