The announcement last week of a consultation process for a strategic planning and development framework for Ireland between now and 2040 is a key moment in, at last, trying to redress the dramatic economic imbalance between the Dublin commuter belt and the rest of the country, including, of course, Clare.
Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government and Taoiseach Enda Kenny asked last week for submissions to this from the stakeholders, including yourselves!
So, ahead of this, we asked the people of Ennis, is there a two tier economy and our video here gives you the consensus that’s emerging. And it’s no surprise that yes, indeed, we have a two tier economy.
https://www.facebook.com/theclareherald/videos/1268472483232297/
For those of you who want to make a submission – and we encourage you to do so – you will find all the details you need here http://npf.ie/share-your-views/