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00:11:47

Sectoral Reaction To Government’s Housing Plan

Clare FM ·

2025/11/14

The Government’s published its latest action plan for housing called ‘Delivering Homes, Building Communities’. It aims to deliver 300 thousand homes by 2030, which includes 72 thousand social homes and 90 thousand starter homes. To get the sectoral perspectives, Alan Morrissey was joined by CEO of Midwest Simon, Niall Garvey and Managing Director of Sherry Fitzgerald McMahon, Diarmuid McMahon. Photo (c) Studio-Pure from Getty Images Pro via Canva

00:22:35

Local TDs React To The Government's New Housing Plan

Clare FM ·

2025/11/14

The Government has published its latest action plan for housing called ‘Delivering Homes, Building Communities’. It aims to deliver 300,000 homes by 2030, which includes 72,000 social homes and 90,000 starter homes. As part of the plan, €24 billion will be invested in key transport programmes, €12 billion will be allocated for the water sector and three billion for energy projects. The Government also aims to bring 20,000 derelict homes back into use via the Vacant Property Refurbishment

00:05:55

Clare Irish Red Cross Members Skydive To Support...

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2025/11/13

Three members of the Clare branch of the Irish Red Cross recently undertook a parachute jump. The jump was one of the many fundraising activities the branch organizes to help them continue their vital work. Alan Morrissey spoke with James Lafferty, the Honorary Treasurer of the Clare branch of the Irish Red Cross about his jump. Photo (c) Helen Nagle

00:02:42

Clare Mother Says She Can Finally Sleep As New...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

A Clare mother of a child with multiple intellectual disabilities says she can finally get a nights sleep following the opening a new respite centre. Children and Disabilties Minister Norma Foley travelled to Clare today to officially open Enable Ireland’s Hazeldine facility in Barefield The moment Minister Foley officially cut the ribbon at Hazeldine, the centre located on the outskirts of Ennis, will provide 1,400 nights of respite care to families across Clare, Limerick and North Tipperary

00:19:04

Traditional Greats: Paddy Canny

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

It’s time for another episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Traditional Greats. Traditional Greats is presented and produced by Therese McInerney. This captivating 26-part series celebrates the enduring legacy of traditional Irish music in our county. Each episode pays tribute to a legendary Clare musician who has passed on, but whose influence continues to inspire generations. Therese speaks with musicians from across the county, exploring how these iconic figures shaped their

00:03:44

Council Requests Independent Safety Review Of Clare...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

Clare County Council has requested an independent safety review of two "notorious" junctions on the M18. It comes amid a heightened focus on the Clare stretch of the motorway following a spate of recent collisions. Much of the focus of late has been closer to the south of the county, with five collisions last month occurring between Cratloe and Dromoland. But two junctions further up have consistently been the scene of near misses and road crashes and have prompted the council to call for an

00:10:40

Ennis Players’ 40th Annual Supper Theatre

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

Ennis Players will celebrate a significant milestone later this month. The drama group will bring the 40th edition of their annual Supper Theatre to the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis. The run of performances, which will include three productions, will take place from the 24th – 28th of November. On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined in-studio by PRO, Sinéad Clancy along with the performers from the One-Act play ‘The Dandy Dolls’, Bernie Harten & Joe Varden.

00:17:03

Dan Danaher On His New Book On Ardnacrusha Power...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

With the flick of a switch on the 22nd of July 1929, Ireland was changed forever. When President W.T. Cosgrave turned on power at Ardnacrusha Hydroelectric Station, it kickstarted an exciting era for the new state. Inside the heart of Ireland’s industrial revolution lies a story of extraordinary human achievement. A new book, entitled "Powerful People", unveils the remarkable lives of those who built, operated, and sustained the Ardnacrusha power station. For more on this, author Dan Danaher

00:07:25

‘Dispose With Dignity’ Campaign Launched For Men With...

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2025/11/13

116 Clare men face a prostate cancer diagnosis each year, according to National Cancer Registry of Ireland - and half of those who undergo prostate cancer treatment will go on to experience urinary incontinence (UI). These figures form the backdrop to the launch of ‘Dispose with Dignity’, a new campaign from hygiene services company PHS Group, supported by the Irish Cancer Society and the Irish Men’s Sheds Association. The initiative aims to break the stigma surrounding male incontinence and

00:15:27

Clare Women In Business - Niamh McCoy - Episode 29

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

On this week's episode of Clare Women In Business, Pat Flynn chats with Niamh McCoy owner of The Barn Boutique a new business based near Crusheen in Co Clare. Clare Women in Business is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the television licence fee.

00:07:56

Clare Native Reflects On Life After A...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

Haemochromatosis, also known as 'iron overload' is a genetic disorder which can cause the body to absorb too much iron. Ireland has the highest number of cases in the world, with an estimated 20,000 people undiagnosed according to the Haemochromatosis Association of Ireland. Clare FM's Daragh Leamy spoke with Clare native, Caoimhe Guinnane. Photo (c) Haemochromatosis Association Of Ireland Facebook

00:06:48

Three Clare Organisations Awarded Grants From...

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2025/11/13

Airbnb has announced eleven new recipients of the Rural Tourism Fund, an initiative aimed at boosting community-led tourism across rural Ireland. The fund provides grants of between €1,000 to €15,000 to support local projects, with this year’s winners including The Doonbeg International Jazz Festival, Sli Ború, and Spanish Point Cycling Tours in Co. Clare. Open to community groups, small businesses, social enterprises, and cultural organisations, the Rural Tourism Fund celebrates the people and

00:10:25

The Ray Of Sunshine Foundation Presents An Evening Of...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

Kevin Dundon is coming to Clare! The celebrity chef will bring his kitchen magic, in preparation for the Christmas season, to Glór in Ennis on the 19th of November. An Evening of Festive Food and Fashion with Kevin Dundon and Fashion by Pamela Scott is being hosted by the Ray of Sunshine Foundation, with our own Colum McGrath as M.C. for the evening. The Ray of Sunshine Foundation is a charity based in Co. Clare who carry out building of schools in the poorest areas of Mombasa, Kenya. Alan

00:15:58

Clare County Council Calls For A Targeted Housing...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

Clare County Council is calling for a targeted housing & rehousing strategy that caters to elderly people, particularly those living alone in isolated rural areas. The call follows a motion submitted by councillors Joe Garrihy, Tony Mulcahy and John Crowe at this month’s meeting of the local authority. Their motion asked that the Council “resolves to prioritise the development of housing solutions for the aging population in County Clare, with a specific focus on those living alone in isolated

00:03:44

Calls For Average Speed Cameras On Clare M18/N18

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

Calls have been made for average speed cameras on the Clare M18/N18. It comes as Transport Infrastructure Ireland is currently reviewing a spate of road traffic collisions along the route. Fixed speed cameras are currently in place at nine locations in Ireland including , Limerick, Galway,Tipperary, Cork Mayo, Donegal, Waterford, Carlow and Dublin. Cratloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat O'Gorman believes it's the only way to ensure motorists slow down.

00:05:52

Clare TD Claims HIQA Suggestions Should Be...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/13

A Clare TD claims the three options put forward by HIQA as part of their review into emergency healthcare into the region should be implemented gradually. It follows the request put forward by 14 Midwest Oireachtas members to meet with Health Minister Jennifer Carroll McNeill to discuss the options put forward by HIQA. The health watchdog's Chief Executive Officer, Angela Fitzgerald, this week stated a new model three must be considered by the Government. Bodyke Fine Gael TD, Joe Cooney, says

00:11:49

Traditional Greats: Nell Galvin

Clare FM ·

2025/11/12

00:13:55

EIMEAR NÍ BHRAONÁIN | The Dodger: DJ Carey And The...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/12

There was a time when DJ Carey didn’t need a surname. The Kilkenny hurling legend, famed for his dazzling skill and easy charm, was one of Ireland’s most beloved sportsmen. But behind the glory, rumours swirled whispers that would one day reveal a shocking truth. Two decades after his glory days, Carey stands accused of faking cancer to con money from friends and fans who once idolised him. Journalist Eimear Ní Bhraonáin spoke with Alan Morrissey about the rise and fall of former Kilkenny

00:08:41

Claims Specific Rental Market Policy Required To...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/12

It's claimed specfic policies targeting the rental markey need to be implimented by the Government in order to combat rising monthly rents in Clare. It comes as the latest Daft.ie quarterly report shows the price of newly leasing a three-bed home has risen to more than €1,600 a month, while the average cost of renting a room in Clare has also increased to €609 monthly. Meanwhile, Cabinet has this morning signed off on its new housing plan, which aims to deliver 300,000 homes by 2030 and will

00:04:02

Shannon Airport Hails Ryanair Expansion As Major...

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2025/11/12

Shannon Airport is hailing Ryanair's route and aircraft expansion as a major endorsement of the Clare base. It comes as the budget airline has confirmed it will operate four new routes on Shannon's Summer schedule, namely Madrid, Rome, Warsaw and Poznan, which is a service available from the MidWest for the very first time. Additionally, frequency will be increased on routes to Manchester, Alicante, Barcelona-Reus, Malta and Lanzarote. Shannon Airport Director Niall Kearns has been telling Clare

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