Clare Independent TD Michael McNamara has expressed concern that the number of Clare homes compromised by Pyrite defective blocks is much greater than previously anticipated after Clare County Council confirmed to him that two Local Authority built estates may be affected.

Ennis Municipal District Councillors today agreed to allocate a further €8,000 from their general municipal allocation (GMA) towards the painting, gutter cleaning and repair scheme, to properties which connect to the Ennis public realm works on Parnell Street.

Following a warmly received workshop held online in April, Tandem Partners Ltd, working on behalf of Clare County Council, is appealing to interested communities and businesses to register for a second Online 'Zoom' update so that Tandem can share their interpretive ambitions for Inis Cealtra and concepts for the Old Rectory building in Mountshannon.

Clare Independent T.D. Michael McNamara says he is hopeful funding can be secured to upgrade a section of the popular riverbank walk in Shannon town, which has become impassable in recent months.

The new Clare Civil Defence headquarters was officially opened last evening by Minister Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs.

Kilnaboy Community Development Association are undertaking a major fundraising drive to improve and repair the School, Hall and Church car park.

Clare County Council has issued a reminder to the public to stay safe while enjoying the June bank holiday weekend.

Clare County Council has confirmed that a lifeguard service will commence at Lahinch, Spanish Point, Fanore and Kilkee this Saturday.

Clare County Council is set to receive almost €700,000 for a total of 24 approved projects under a scheme to help the county's roads more climate resilient.