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Map of Ireland with Galway in orange during Storm Boelo

Storm Boelo - Weather Warning and Impacts - Saturday 24.10.2026 2:30pm

24 October 2026

Salthill promenade from D’arcy roundabout to Galway Business School will be closed to the public from 2pm on Saturday 24 October until further notice.

map of ireland with orange warning over Galway

Storm Boelo - Weather Warning and Impacts Galway City

23 October 2026

• A Status Yellow Rain warning is in place for Galway and is valid from 04:00 Saturday 24/10/2026 to 15:00 Saturday 24/10/2026.
• A Status Orange Wind warning is in place for Galway and is valid from 14:00 Saturday 24/10/2026 to 09:00 Sunday 25/10/2026.
• A High Tide Advisory has also been issued for the coasts of Galway and is valid from 15:00 Saturday 24/10/2026 to 07:00 Sunday 25/10/2026.

Rendered model of new tourist office in Eyre Square

Galway City Council Secures Part 8 Approval for New Tourism Information Office and Public Facilities at Eyre Square

23 October 2026

Galway City Council has welcomed the approval of the Part 8 planning process for the development of a new tourist information centre and public facilities at Eyre Square, marking a significant milestone in enhancing Galway's visitor experience and public realm. The project is being delivered in partnership with Fáilte Ireland.

Staff from the LItter Management Unit walking in a line with Mayor Mike Cubbard, at the Claddagh Basin

Leave Nothing Behind but Great Memories!

29 July 2025

Galway City Council, An Garda Síochána and Night Time Economy Businesses asking People to Leave No Trace!

Galway City Council hosts successful Affordable Housing Information Evening

12 August 2025

Affordable Housing Information evening

Anti-Dumping Initiative 2025 - Bulky Goods Collection

24 July 2025

Galway County Council & Galway City Council will be providing a Bulky Goods Collection at the Tuam, Ballinasloe and Clifden Civic Amenity Sites and at Barna Recycling Waste facility on the Headford Road from Monday the 4th of August to Sunday the 17th of August 2025 (subject to review)

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS Roads Act 1993 - Section 75 Roads Regulations 1994 - Article 12 Notice of Decision - Castlepark Road

23 July 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Galway City Council has made an order closing: Junction on Castlepark Road: Glenavon Drive to/from Castlepark Road.

Wastewater Storage Capacity to be Improved in Galway City as Planning Approved for Underground Storage Tank at Merlin Park Pumping Station

23 July 2025

Galway City Council welcomes the news of the successful planning approval for Uisce Eireann for the Merlin Park Pumping Station on the Dubin Road, a vital infrastructural project that will unlock housing potential and promote sustainable growth across the city.

Galway City Council Invites Applications for the Social Inclusion Grants 2025.

22 July 2025

Galway City Council invites applications for funding towards social inclusion projects and programmes in Galway City.

Public Invited to Suggest Solutions to Litter in Salthill Area

22 July 2025

Galway City Council, in partnership with CuriOcean CLG, is inviting the public to propose solutions to reduce waste and litter in the Salthill area on busy summer days. CuriOcean CLG is a Galway-based charity working to raise awareness of marine conservation issues.

A picture of a group of people at The Crescent/Sea Road Rain Garden

New Rain Gardens and Improved Safety Delivered through Crescent/Sea Road Active Travel scheme

22 July 2025

Galway City Council’s first-ever rain gardens are in full bloom and bringing a fresh splash of colour to the city. As part of the recently completed Crescent/Sea Road Junction Upgrade, which was delivered by the Council’s Active Travel Department, two new rain gardens have been installed, along with a suite of safety improvements for all road users.

Galway City Council Awards Contract for Construction of New Day Centre and Temporary Emergency Homeless Accommodation in Westside

22 July 2025

Galway City Council is pleased to announce that the tender for the construction of a new Day Centre and Temporary Homeless Accommodation at Seamus Quirke Road, Westside, has been awarded to Carey Building Contractors, following a tender process in Q1 2025.

Bathing Water Update: Ballyloughane and Grattan Road Beaches

21 July 2025

GCC have extended the “Do Not Swim" for Ballyloughane and Grattan Road Beaches.

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