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In a record year for rail journeys across the Iarnród Éireann network, demand on the Galway/Dublin Intercity route in 2025 surged by over 9% to 2.8 million journeys, a new record high, beating 2024’s previous record of 2.56 million.

Iarnrod Eireann is asking any potential suppliers of a much-needed and long awaited return to onboard catering services on the Dublin to Galway rail lines to be creative and innovative when identifying solutions.

Iarnrod Eireann is asking any potential suppliers of a much-needed and long awaited return to onboard catering services on the Dublin to Galway rail lines to be creative and innovative when identifying solutions.

Fianna Fáil Galway West TD, John Connolly, has welcomed the “solid recognition” from the National Transport Authority that the Galway-Dublin railway line capacity needs to be increased.

Galway proudly brands itself as Ireland’s cultural capital, a city of festivals, music, theatre, and artistic ambition. Yet for all its claims to creative dominance, it remains curiously under-provided when it comes to suitable performance venues — particularly large, high-quality outdoor ones. As the redevelopment of the Sportsground into the new Dexcom Stadium progresses, an intriguing question arises: could this modern stadium finally offer Galway a long-needed outdoor concert space?

Seán Canney TD, Minister of State with responsibility for implementation of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review and Leader in Cabinet of the Independent Ministers, has welcomed the publication of the Rail Project Prioritisation Strategy, which will deliver both immediate improvements and long-term transformation for rail services in Galway and across the West of Ireland.

Fine Gael Councillor Eddie Hoare has welcomed the National Transport Authority’s (NTA) proposal for a new Park and Ride facility at Cappagh, describing it as “a positive and much-needed step toward tackling traffic congestion and improving sustainable transport options for Galway City.”

An unfortunate bench warrant history prevented a homeless man from taking up accommodation and employment in Tuam, as a Judge decided at Galway District Court that the defendant before her would be accommodated elsewhere until Christmas at least.

The Byrne Hotel Group has announced the development of Galway’s tallest hotel and restaurant. After an 18-month appeal process, planning permission has been officially granted for the ambitious development of the Victoria Hotel, Victoria Place, Galway.

With the new academic year about to begin, both the University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University (ATU) are redoubling efforts to address the ongoing student housing crisis.