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Outdoor staff with GAP Staff at Handover

Galway City Council Outdoor Staff Raise Over €3,000 for Local Charities This Christmas

18 December 2025

Outdoor staff in Galway City Council are bringing the true spirit of Christmas to life this year, raising an incredible €3,220 for three deserving local charities. Staff donated an average of €50 each reaching their grand total in time for Christmas. Their generosity will help spread joy and comfort to those who need it most during the festive season in Galway Autism Partnership, Galway Hospice, and the Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway.

Great night for Galway City Communities at the Spaces for Biodiversity Awards 2025

18 December 2025

The Award ceremony for Galway City Council’s ‘Spaces for Biodiversity’ Competition was held on Monday 15 December at the Connaught Hotel. The competition is organised by Galway City Council to recognise and celebrate the efforts of residents throughout the city in putting biodiversity first in their gardens, estates, and public areas. Cllr. Helen Ogbu was in attendance to present the prizes.

Public Lighting Update December 2025

17 December 2025

In January 2025, Storm Éowyn caused significant damage nationwide.

Notice of consideration of a Scheme for the Abatement of Rates in respect of Vacant Properties

2 October 2025

Section 9 of the Local Government Rates and other Matters Act 2019, makes specific provision that elected members of a local authority may make a scheme providing for the abatement of rates in respect of vacant properties and that such a scheme shall be approved at the local authority budget meeting, concerning the local financial year to which the scheme shall apply.

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

1 October 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Galway City Council has made an order closing:

Churchyard Street:
From the Junction of Shop Street to the Junction of Lombard Street.

Budget 2026 - Collaborating for Impact: Galway City to Target Sustainable Economic Growth and Inclusive Community Development

30 September 2025

Senior Management and the Elected Members of City Council are collaborating in advance of Budget 2026 to ensure national and local investment in Galway City is at the forefront of priorities for the year ahead.

Galway City Appoints International Relations Officer to Strengthen Global Ties

30 September 2025

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.

Close up of owl sculpture in Barna Woods

If You Go Down to Barna Woods Today, You’re Sure of a Big Surprise!

30 September 2025

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

Galway City Launches ‘Gaillimh Ah-Boo!’ – A Spellbinding Celebration of Samhain and Folklore

30 September 2025

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.

2026 Casual Trading Licences

29 September 2025

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

LIGHTBULB WITH RENEWABLE GRAPHICS AROUND IT

Galway City Council Adopt a New Energy Policy in Line with Ireland’s Transition to a Low Carbon Economy

29 September 2025

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.

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

24 September 2025

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.

Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 (as amended) – Part 8 NOTICE OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT BY A LOCAL AUTHORITY - Proposed Works at Block C, Crown Square, Monivea Road, Galway

24 September 2025

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:

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