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Galway City Council today announced the appointment of an International Relations Officer – a new role to shape and drive a programme of activities and events to enhance the international profile of Galway City, as a world class city to live, invest, study, work and visit.

Storm Éowyn-Fallen Trees Transformed into Wizened Tree Spirit, Fairy House, Owl, Eagle, Otter and Seating

Galway City Council is proud to announce the launch of Gaillimh Ah-Boo!, a bold new Halloween programme that reclaims the ancient Celtic origins of Samhain through a city-wide celebration of myth, magic, and community.

Galway City Council has formally adopted a new Energy Policy, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and climate action in line with Ireland’s transition to a low carbon economy.

Casual Trading Act, 1995 (Casual Trading Bye-laws, 2011)
1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026

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

Court Lane: Southern end of Court Lane, at its junction with St. Anthonys Place.

Pursuant to the requirements of Part XI of the Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended) and Part 8 Article 81 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 to 2025, Galway City Council hereby gives notice that it intends to carry out the following development located at:

Tá áthas ar Chomhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe an dara bliain de thionscnamh an Bhuiséid Rannpháirtíochta a fhógairt a bheidh dírithe ar Cheantar Lár na Cathrach

Chief Executive Leonard Cleary of Galway City Council recently visited three of Galway’s public libraries—Ballybane, Westside, and Galway City Library—to meet with library teams and witness the impact of their community-focused initiatives.

Galway City Council welcomes the development of the Galway Buskers Community Code of Conduct and commends the Galway Buskers Community for their dedication
and hard work in creating this valuable resource. Galway City Council recognises the vital role buskers play in enriching the cultural vibrancy and unique atmosphere of Galway City.