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Clare Arts Office, in conjunction with the Clare Museum, is delighted to present ‘Blue Birds’, an exhibition of artwork by Jakobus Smit.

Clare Arts Office, in conjunction with Cultúrlann Sweeney library and gallery, Kilkee, is delighted to present ‘Fleeting Moments’, an exhibition of art by Myra O’Reilly.

Clare County Council is currently progressing the Options Assessment for Section 1 of the West Clare Railway Greenway project between Kilrush and Kilkee. 

A significant milestone in Clare County Council’s commitment to climate action has been achieved as Cathaoirleach Cllr Joe Cooney and Chief Executive Pat Dowling officially launched Clare County Council’s Climate Action Plan 2024-2029.

The Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) section within the Housing Department of Clare County Council, has initiated a new online Application Portal for citizens who have been deemed qualified for, and eligible for Social Housing, and may now wish to apply for HAP.

The National Transport Authority has published the findings of the first-ever survey of walking, wheeling and cycling in Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area, which reveals that 52% of residents walk or wheel (meaning the use of a wheelchair or mobility scooter) at least five times a week, while 15% of residents cycle at least once a week.

Clare County Council has welcomed the inclusion of Kilrush in the Town Centre First programme, which focuses on the social and economic revival of towns across the country. 

Clare County Council’s workplace practices have been recognised at the CIPD HR Awards in Ireland 2024.

Clare County Council has announced details of a free training programme for women who are considering running as candidates in the 2024 local elections.