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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Galway City Council has made an order extending the closure of:

Cross Street Upper: From the Junction of Bridge Street / Lombard Street to the Junction of High Street / Quay Street.

Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has launched the SÍOL Programme 2026, a new capital investment scheme that will provide funding for initiatives in urban areas with the highest concentrations of disadvantage.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Galway City Council proposes to make an order closing:

Lenaboy Park: From Lenaboy Park entrance gate to outside No. 27 Lenaboy Park

Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, and Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Jerry Buttimer TD, announced the successful projects under the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026 on Thursday, 2 July 2026. A total of €146,293.30 has been allocated to 79 projects across Galway City. This funding will support small-scale capital works and the purchase of essential equipment for community

The Galway City Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) met on 8 July 2026 in the Aula Maxima at the University of Galway, continuing its work to strengthen community safety through coordinated, multi agency collaboration.

Galway City Council is pleased to announce our 2026 Sports Club Grant Scheme. The scheme assists and supports City sports clubs to continue their good work in providing sporting opportunities for all.

Galway City Council is leading on the development of a Local Sports Plan for the City. The following surveys provide an opportunity for all people across the City, regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, ability or location to help us to develop a Plan which reflects your aspirations and requirements for sports and physical activity.

Galway City Council is delighted to announce that a free, public big screen showing of the All Ireland Hurling Final — Galway vs. Limerick — will take place in the Heineken Big Top as part of the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF).

Galway City Council (GCC) is seeking to redevelop the Eyre Square tourist office and associated facilities.

Galway City Council, in collaboration with the National Built Heritage Service, is hosting a Conservation Clinic offering FREE consultations with an RIAI Conservation Grade 2 Architect.