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New Affordable Housing Scheme Announced for Galway City – Prospective Buyers Encouraged to Prepare

Members of the Galway City Council executive and Elected Members from the city’s East Ward have held positive discussions on the Ballybane Road and Castlepark Road Cycle Network Scheme, as the project enters its final stages. 

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Galway Voices: Stories from the Edge is a new EU supported, youth led digital storytelling project showcasing the creative energy, community spirit and night time vibrancy of Galway’s Westend.

Léiriú Spéise – Oibriú Bhoth Thrá na mBan, Bóthar na Trá

Expression of Interest – Operation of Ladies Beach Kiosk, Salthill

Galway City Council has become the first local authority in Ireland to receive funding under the European Urban Initiative (EUI) – Innovative Actions programme. The Council has been awarded €3,363,213 through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) to lead a pioneering project called WATERWAY, which will revitalise the city’s historic canals as a source of clean energy, education, and public engagement.

Galway City Council has announced the launch of Café Lates 2026, an expanded Night‑Time Economy pilot initiative supporting cafés to extend their opening hours and deliver non‑alcohol focused evening experiences across Galway City.

Galway City Council is inviting community groups to apply for 2026 Social Inclusion Grants (€300–€2,000) to support non‑capital projects that promote equality, participation, and inclusion across Galway City.