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Applications are now invited for the Creative Ireland Clare Project Awards 2022.

The Shannon Town Centre Masterplan, funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF) and Project Ireland 2040 sets out a clear strategic framework for the renewed development of Shannon Town Centre, providing for a shared vision for its future development. 

Local Enterprise Office Clare now supporting over 230 Small Businesses and 1,330 jobs according to new figures

• 278 new jobs created in 2021
• Net employment gain of 153 in 2021
• 230 total small businesses employing 1,330 people supported by LEO CLARE

Clare County Council is pleased to publish the results of the Ennis pedestrianisation survey which was conducted online and in paper format in October, 2021.

Cllr. PJ Ryan, Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, has opened an online book of condolence for the late Ashling Murphy, as a sign of solidarity with her family and friends.

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, and Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Joe O’Brien TD, recently announced a €9 million fund to support community groups impacted by Covid-19.

Following extensive consultation with Elected Members and the local community, Clare County Council has confirmed it will not be proceeding with a proposal to erect the Púca of Ennistymon artwork in the North Clare town.

Clare County Council has welcomed the announcement by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, of funding of €524,000 for the Scarriff Regeneration Project.

A new plan for the future of the twin towns of Killaloe-Ballina has been approved by Clare and Tipperary County Councils.

Clare County Council has welcomed the news that Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan has approved the award of contract for the Killaloe Bypass, River Shannon Crossing and upgrade of the R494 project. Costing €44m, the preferred bidder is John Sisk & Company who will now, subject to the normal conditions of appointment, be awarded the Main Scheme Works contract and, all going well, commence construction on site in late March 2022.