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It's claimed Clare's students, young families and children in poverty will feel all the adverse consequences of incoming rent controls. Opposition parties will hold a protest outside the Dáil at 6pm this evening to coincide with a Sinn Féin private members bill calling for emergency action to alleviate the housing crisis and increased investment in social housing. The Government is expected to bring legislation before Cabinet this week that will make the entire country a rent pressure zone, along with restrictions on no fault evictions and a six year security of tenancy. Clare Sinn Féin TD Donna McGettigan has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that the plans are skewed to favour landlords.

This weekend, Tim Smyth Park in Ennis will be filled with hope, music, and community spirit for Relay for Life Clare, a 24-hour event from 2pm Saturday, June 21st to 2pm Sunday. It's all about walking together to fight cancer, honour survivors, and remember loved ones. With live music, family fun, and the moving Candle of Hope ceremony at dusk, it promises to be a powerful and uplifting gathering. And yes, Clare FM will be there live on Saturday! To find out more Alan Morrissey was joined by Relay For Life Clare Committee Member, Olive Walsh and Cancer Survivor & Relay For Life Clare Committee Member, Lorraine White.

There are concerns among the undocumented Irish in America that they could end up in Guantanamo Bay. That's despite the Trump administration denying its planning to send illegal immigrants to the US run prison in Cuba. The Department of Foreign Affairs also says it understands there are no plans to do this. An immigration lawyer told the Irish Examiner there's uncertainty within Irish communities in the US and they're nervous about travelling home to Ireland for holidays. To discuss this situation further, Clare FM's Peter O'Connell spoke with New York-based immigration lawyer Lorcan Shannon earlier.

Newly approved plans for a wastewater treatment plan in West Clare are expected to be challenged in the High Court. It comes as Uisce Éireann has been given the green light to build a new sewerage plant, along with foul pumping station on a site just 620m away from Kilkee Cliff Walk. An Bord Pleanála granted permission for the project last week, following a successful appeal from Uisce Eireann which maintains the plant is essential to end the discharge of raw sewerage into Intrinsic Bay. Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District Rita McInerney has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan it's likely to spark a judicial review.

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The manager of the Clare minor hurlers has commended his sides strength in depth as they prepare for their last four tie in the All Ireland Championship. Clare and Cork will be hoping to secure their place in the decider when they do battle in the semi final in FBD Semple Stadium in Thurles. Both sides are looking to reach the final for the first time since their previous All Ireland success, with Clare's coming in 2023 while Cork claimed the title in 2021. Banner boss Ger O'Connell says the quality throughout the entire panel enabled them to overcome some early season stumbling blocks. Throw in in Thurles on Sunday is at 1pm with commentary on Clare FM with Keatings Bar and Restaurant, Kilbaha, Loop Head.

To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Monday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's GAA Commentator Syl O'Connor. Games Previewed: All- Ireland Senior Football Championship – Group 3:  Clare v Louth (Sunday, Laois Hire O'Moore Park, Portlaoise, 2pm)   All-Ireland Minor Hurling Championship, Semi-Final:  Clare v Cork (Sunday, FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles, 1pm) 

Clare's success at converting their opportunities for two-pointers has been tipped as the deciding factor for determining their fate in the All Ireland Senior Football Championship Peter Keane's side will be hoping to keep their season alive on Sunday afternoon when they face Louth in Laois Hire O'Moore Park in a winner takes all clash. Clare kicked four first half two-pointers against Monaghan in Clones, while hitting a further two in their game with Down in Round 1. Clare FM analyst Joe Garry says at least 25 points will be needed to secure a preliminary quarter final place. Throw in on Sunday is at 2pm, with commentary on Clare FM with Ennis Home Furniture Quinn road Business Park, Ennis and Jones's Supervalu Milltown

The publication of the HIQA review of emergency capacity in the Midwest has been pushed back to September. The Health Minister has confirmed this week that the health watchdog's report, which will examine the case for a new emergency department in this region, is now expected to be published four months after its initial projected completion date. Jennifer Carroll MacNeill says the revised timeline is "contingent on the completion of the ESRI reports within the expected timeframe" which will include regional capacity projections. Meelick Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons while it's disappointing, there's a "chink of hope" in the rationale behind the postponement.

It's feared Ennis will be "hamstrung" unless urgent action is taken to increase wastewater capacity. Ennis Municipal District has confirmed no new planning permissions can be given in the south of Ennis or in Clarecastle at present as the Clareabbey Wastewater Treatment Plant is at full capacity. The body has now written to Uisce Éireann requesting details on plans to expand or improve the current network. Clarecastle Fine Gael Councillor Paul Murphy has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons swift action is required to prevent the county town and its environs from being brought to a standstill.

It's claimed Clare need to prepared to withstand constant pressure and be wary of retribution in their do or die clash with Louth this weekend. The Banner round off their Sam Maguire group stage campaign on Sunday with a trip to Laois Hire O'Moore Park in Portlaoise to face the Leinster Champions, with the winners progressing to an All Ireland preliminary quarter final. Peter Keane's side delivered a strong performance in their Round 2 defeat to Monaghan in Clones, kicking 14 first half points including four two-pointers, while Cillian Brennan and Cillian Rouine are hoped to return to bolster the backline. Clare FM analyst Paudie Carmody says if the defence can hold firm, the firepower is there to punish Louth. Throw in on Sunday is at 2pm, with commentary on Clare FM with Ennis Home Furniture Quinn road Business Park, Ennis and Jones's Supervalu Milltown

Welcome to this week's episode of Clare Women in Business on Clare FM. Limestone Yoga Studio is located in Corofin in North Clare. Surrounded by the wild beauty of the Burren landscape, Limestone Yoga offers classes, workshops, and retreats for all ages and levels. She is founder and owner of Limestone Yoga.

A former Clare hurling captain says a fast start will be the target for the Clare minor hurlers as they look to reach the All Ireland Final Ger O'Connell's charges return to FBD Semple Stadium on Sunday afternoon to face Munster Champions Cork in their last four clash. Clare had an impressive showing in Thurles last time out, outscoring Galway 1-10 to 1-1 in the second half of their quarter final encounter en route to victory. Tommy Guilfoyle claims The Banner might catch the Munster champions cold after a couple weeks layoff. Throw in in Thurles on Sunday is at 1pm with commentary on Clare FM with Keatings Bar and Restaurant, Kilbaha, Loop Head.

A former Clare intercounty player says the experience Clare will have gained from their Division 2 League campaign will stand to Clare in the latter stages of the championship. Clare go to Chadwicks Wexford Park on Sunday looking to secure a home quarter final with a win. Both sides are already guaranteed a place in the last eight courtesy of impressive wins over Offaly in their previous outings. Clare FM analyst, Ann Marie Callinan, says the games against quality opposition will give Graham Shine's an edge.

Kilmurry Ibrickane and Doora Barefield will be hoping to book their place for a shot at early season silverware when they face off in the semi final of the WillWeGo.com Cusack Cup. The two sides go head to head in Quilty on Friday evening, with the winner progressing to face Jack Daly holders Éire Óg in the decider. Doora Barefield ran out comprehensive 5-12 to 2-9 when the sides met in the group stages of the campaign earlier in the year. Clare FM's, Derek Dormer expects a stronger showing from Kilmurry this time around.

Clare Manager Brian Lohan Speaking After Munster SHC Loss To Tipperary by Clare FM

East Clare residents claim windfarm developments proposed for their area will destroy their lives. It comes as Clare County Council has requested updates to national wind energy guidelines that will aim to put defined limit on the height and scale of turbine developments. There are currently pending applications to build 104 turbines here, however the rules governing their size have not been updated since 2006. Niall Ward from the Meelick Windfarm Opposition Alliance whose living near the proposed twelve turbine Ballycar windfarm has been telling Clare FM the lack of regulation is extremely concerning.

In this week's History in Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by local historian and author, Colm Liddy to focus on the Fair Of Spancil Hill. If you have any stories you would like to share with Colm about your town, you can contact him at colmliddy@eircom.net or Clare FM at focus@clare.fm.

A young woman is on a mission to shed light on the harsh realities of living with Atopic Dermatitis. 19-year-old Alicja Stachurska from Lisdoonvarna, has launched an online awareness campaign through Instagram after years of struggling with the debilitating skin condition, also known as eczema. From sleepless nights to a visit to the A&E, Alicja says she reached a breaking point — and decided to take action. Her page, malinka_eczema, shares personal updates, practical advice, and candid reflections with the goal of supporting others in similar situations. Clare FM's Ewelina Szybinska caught up with Alicja to hear more about her journey — and why she believes raw honesty is key to healing... Check out Alicja's instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/malinka_eczema/ Photo(C): Alicja Stachurska

A leading housing charity says the devil will be in the detail of proposed rental changes that will affect the Ennis and Shannon electoral area. Under new plans to be discussed by cabinet this week, rents for newly built properties in Rent Pressure Zones will no longer be capped at 2% annually, but instead be tied to the rate of inflation. It's expected however, that the 2% rate will be retained for existing tenancies. Threshold Advocacy Manager Ann Marie O'Reily has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that renters will be at risk if the legislation is rushed through.

Futureproofing measures are being sought to ensure no part of Clare finds itself without internet unexpectedly. Over 3,000 homes and businesses in West Clare found themselves without internet on Thursday following accidental damage to telecommunications infrastructure caused by a road traffic accident in Kilrush. In a statement to Clare FM, telecommunications service provider eir says "repair teams were deployed immediately" and "full service was successfully restored before lunchtime" on Friday. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney believes companies should have a contingency plan for such events.

Coming up on the show, we will look ahead to a massive weekend for Clare Camogie as they look to put a foot and a half in the All Ireland quarter finals. We will also be checking in with the Ennis Kilrush rugby squad as they eye up pre season prep ahead of their AIL campaign, and we will hear about proposed plans to ascertain if a League of Ireland team might be a possibility in Clare.

Welcome to another episode of Ours To Protect on Clare FM. Today we'll hear about the impact plastic waste is having on our environment. We'll meet Sharon Barrington is General Manager of IFF Plastics who been recycling plastics for over two decades. We'll also hear from students at Mary Immaculate Secondary School in Lisdoonvarna who recently competed in the Finals of the ECO-UNESCO Young Environmentalist Awards. Their project highlighted the issue of plastic in our oceans and what people can do to reverse the problem. First, Katie O'Kane told Pat Flynn about their project and why these chose this particular issue to research. For more

To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch. Games previewed: All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship: Clare vs Limerick (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosiog, 2pm) WillWeGo.com Clare Cup

A Minister of State insists the Government is listening to the plight of tourist dependent food-led business in Clare that are dealing with soaring operating costs. Minister for Small Business and Retail Alan Dillon is in Ennis today to attend a meeting of the Mid-West Regional Enterprise Plan (REP) Steering Committee meeting and to engage with local firms. The Government has signalled plans to cut the hospitality VAT rate from 13.5% in Budget 2026, however the Restaraunts Association of Ireland has called for this to be accelerated after 150 food-led business closed between January and March this year alone. Minister Dillon has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that supports are forthcoming.

On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Danny Lynch, chef at Le Chéile, Barefield. This week, Danny shared a delicious recipe for chicken & mushroom vol au vent! Image (c) Clare FM

An Irish airline has announced a new based aircraft and three additional routes at Shannon Airport. Ryanair has confirmed that its fourth based aircraft at the facility will enable it to run services to Lapland, Madeira and Madrid from Winter 2025/26. Extra flights have also been added to existing routes to Alicante, Edinburgh, Krakow, Lanzarote, Manchester and Wroclaw. The announcement is expected to boost Ryanair's annual passenger numbers through Shannon per annum by 20%, or 100,000, to over 1.6 million, while supporting 1,500 local jobs. The airline's Irish Growth Plan states its intention to boost its Shannon passenger numbers to three million and its number of aircraft to six by 2030. Ryanair Chief Commercial Officer Jason McGuinness has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons only a shift in national aviation policy can bring about a further increase in passenger traffic through the Midwest base.

To review the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Tuesday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch, Paudie Carmody and Syl O'Connor. Games Reviewed: All-Ireland SFC All-Ireland MHC Quarter-Final All Ireland Ladies Football Intermediate Championship

Clare's Road's Policing division will be out in force this bank holiday weekend with additional intoxication checkpoints. So far this year, 67 people have lost their lives on Irish roads, with one such fatality occurring in Clare last weekend. According to the Road Safety Authority, 70% of all fatal road traffic collisions between 10pm and 6am involve a positive toxicology report for alcohol. Clare-Tipperary Roads Policing Superintendent Eddie Golden has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that there has been an increase in motorists driving under the influence this year.

To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch. Games Previewed: All-Ireland SFC: Monaghan v Clare (Sunday, Clones, 4pm) All-Ireland MHC Quarter-Final: Galway v Clare (Sunday, FBD Semple Stadium, 3pm)

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It's claimed Clare children with disabilities are being forced to travel well beyond the county bounds for basic care. It follows revelations that two funded dietitian posts for the West Clare Children's Disability Network Team have remained unfilled for the past 18 months, The roles concerned involve Senior Dietitian post and one Staff Grade Dietitian post that would normally assist children aged 0-18 years. Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan the HSE needs to prioritise recruitment of these roles with urgency.

A Clare TD has corrected the Dáil record following what he's admitted was a "woeful" factual inaccuracy in a contribution made yesterday. Speaking during a debate on measures the Government can take in light of the ongoing Israeli war on Gaza, Meelick Fianna Fáil Deputy Cathal Crowe said the British army has never retaliated to the actions of Irish republican paramilitary groups by "bombing or shooting the civilian population of Ireland". Addressing the Dáil this morning, Deputy Crowe apologised to "the victims of British state terror and atrocities". He's been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons he didn't realise what he said yesterday until he was presented with a transcript late last night.

To review the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Monday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch and Derek Dormer. Games reviewed: Munster SHC Round 5 All-Ireland MHC QF Preliminary Tie All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Ennis Carpets Clare Cup Final

Coming up on the show, we will look ahead to the start of Clare's All Ireland camogie championship campaign, preview Clare's senior and minor hurling championship outings, hear from Tulla United and Newmarket Celtic ahead of the Ennis Carpets Clare Cup final, Clare ladies footballers on their Munster Senior B final and Greyhound Focus too.

To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch. Games Previewed: Limerick v Clare (Sunday, TUS Gaelic Grounds, 4pm) Clare v Wexford (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosiog, 2pm) Newmarket Celtic v Tulla United (Saturday, Doora, 5pm) Marty Morrissey also joined the chat to discuss the Special Camogie Congress.

The Minister of Transport has hailed a new bridge in East Clare as "transformative" for the region. Fianna Fáil Minister Darragh O'Brien attended the unveiling of the long-awaited Brian Boru Bridge on Thursday afternoon. The €88 million project connects the twin towns of Killaloe and Ballina while also providing a new 6.2 kilometre Killaloe Bypass as well as regional road enhancements. Clare FM's Seán Lyons headed to the Clare/Tipperary border to cover the event where the Minister was subject to some early accusations.

Last summer, Clare FM heard about the opening of a Design Bank, a popup creative space in Miltown Malbay. Given it was a popup, the Design Bank was open for most of July last year. However, it looks like it is to be given a more permanent lease of life. To find out more Alan Morrissey was joined by Organiser, Aoife O'Malley, Molly Sterling, managing the Design Bank and social media content and Kevin Keane, aka 'Potadóir', potter based in Spanish Point.

In this week's History in Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by local historian and author, Colm Liddy to focus on the reawakening of public Violence. If you have any stories you would like to share with Colm about your town, you can contact him at colmliddy@eircom.net or Clare FM at focus@clare.fm.

Uisce Éireann insists it's not resting on its laurels when it comes to preventing water shortages in Clare. The water utility is urging homes and businesses in this county to be mindful of its usage as the Carron Water Treatment Plant is one of 22 supplies nationwide deemed to be in drought status. A number of methods of conservation are being encouraged such as using a watering can instead of a hose for gardening, not letting the tap run and taking a bath instead of a shower. Uisce Éireann's Asset Operations Lead for Drinking Water in Clare, Darragh Conneely, has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons they're looking into futureproofing water infrastructure here against hot spells such as the one currently being experienced.

It's feared no part of Clare is safe from the threat of fire over the coming days as the hot spell is expected to continue. A high risk fire warning issued by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine expired at midday but experts are warning there remains a particular danger on bog and mountain land. Over 3,000 hectares of land have been affected by fire so far this year and Clare County Fire and Rescue Service are advising people to report any sightings of smoke or suspicious activity immediately. Clare's Acting Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer Colum Frawley has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons says there's a risk to land and property throughout the county.

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Youth with special responsibility for Special Education and Inclusion, Michael Moynihan paid a visit to Clare last Friday. During his trip, Minister Moynihan visited schools in Killaloe, Shannon and Ennis. As part of the stop in St. Anne's in the county town, an extensive meeting was held between the minister, the school's administration and this county's TDs. Principal, Rose Marie Flanagan outlined the reason behind the visit and the details of the meeting to Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady.

It's claimed some landlords are taking advantage of students' need for accommodation in Clare to drive up rent prices for larger dwellings. The latest Daft.ie report indicates rent prices for new tenants are up 10.4% compared to 2024, while since 2020 the average price of rent in the county has increased a staggering 70%. Five bed homes saw the largest increase compared to the start of last year, while on average the rent for these properties have increased by €633 in the last five years. Author of the report, economist Ronan Lyons, has been telling Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady, students are jumping to the top of the rental market as they can offer larger monthly contributions than families.

To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch. Games Previewed: Clare v Down (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 2pm). Avenue United Vs Bridge United 2025 Clare Premier Division Final.

Coming up on the show, we look ahead to Clare's opening game of the All Ireland senior football championship, and the minor's begin their journey in the Tier 3 series. The local soccer season reaches its climax on Sunday when Avenue and Bridge United lock horns for the Premier Division title while the relegation trap door will also open for the teams at that end of the table. We will also be checking in with Clare handball ahead of a big weekend and hearing about a Hurling Marathon in Corofin in aid of the Joe Slattery Future Care Fund

Can Ireland end its near three-decade Eurovision famine? We haven't tasted success since Eimear Quinn singing “The Voice” triumphed in Norway all the way back in 1996. Eurovision fans will have to wait until tonight to see if our entry Emmy qualifies for the final. The Grand Final takes place in Basel, Switzerland on Saturday night. Emmy - who is hoping her song "Laika Party," makes it there - says the experience has been wonderful so far... Adam has a hugely popular account with lots of Eurovision content on TikTok – allthingsadam – and he is in Basel covering the contest. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by local Tiktoker & former Clare FM researcher, Adam McCallig. Photo(C): Adam McCallig

Clare FM Preview Of Munster U20 Hurling Final by Clare FM

42% of septic tanks in Clare failed inspections last year. A new report from the Environmental Protection Agency shows Clare County Council completed 95 inspections in 2024, meeting the minimum annual requirement for checks. It brings the number of failures recorded in the county in the past decade to 277, however 81% of these were remedied by the end of last year, ranking Clare as having a high fixing rate. EPA Senior Manager, Caroline Murphy has been telling Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady that they're looking to clamp down on the number of advisory notices open for more than two years.

Clare Manager Terence Fahy After Munster U20 Hurling Final Loss by Clare FM