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The town of Galway was virtually an independent city state, self-contained politically and ecclesiastically, relying on its own resources as it was cut off from the central English authority until the 16th century. Then, the Tudors began to extend their influence westwards so that the city gradually came totally under their dominion. The real symbol of that growing influence was the fortifications, four in number, raised to defend this all-important location against all enemies, notably France and Spain.

Connacht's preparations for a return to the URC took a positive slant this week with the news that a host of players will make their return from injury. The news comes ahead of their away fixture against Cardiff this Saturday in the Cardiff Arms Park.

Connacht's disappointing result away to Lyon means that Pete Wilkin's side will not progress to the knockout rounds of the Champions Cup after their third defeat in Pool A. Furthermore, chances of Challenge Cup progression are similarly slim going into Friday's game against Pat Lam's Bristol Bears.

Connacht are adopting a winner-takes-all approach when they host their final Investec Champions Cup pool fixture at the Galway Sportsground this evening (8pm).

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By Conaill Muldoon

Eleven students and apprentices from County Galway will put their talents and knowledge to the test this September, when they compete at Worldskills Ireland 2023, the country’s largest experiential skills, apprenticeships, and careers event.

Connacht Rugby and Bristol Bears will meet again next season, having been drawn in the same pool for the 2023/24 Heineken Cup Champions Cup.

I have always been fascinated by maps, especially old maps. One of the most famous is the Tube map - better known as the London Underground map - a schematic transport map of the lines, stations and services of the London Underground, known colloquially as "the Tube", hence the map's name.