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Local government in Ireland plays a central role in shaping communities, and Galway County Council is no exception. With 39 elected councillors, the council makes decisions on housing, roads, planning, environmental services, and community development.

Niamh Madden, Chairperson of the Fine Gael South-East Galway branch has called on the Government and the Tánaiste, Simon Harris for an urgent review of the safeguards in place for older people who grant Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPOA), warning that current oversight is dangerously inadequate and leaving vulnerable individuals open to abuse.

Action must be taken to support people with Down syndrome who are experiencing regression, a Galway East Fine Gael TD has said.

Fine Gael TD Pete Roche has stressed the importance of setting clear priorities for the next phase of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) beyond 2027, saying they are vital for the future of farming in Galway and across the country.

The Section 39 pay deal is a significant step towards recognising the important role of healthcare workers, a Fine Gael Deputy has said.

The political landscape of Galway County Council has undergone significant change with the co-option of new councillors and the nomination of a new Cathaoirleach following the election of Louis O'Hara (SF), Pete Roche (FG), and former Cathaoirleach Albert Dolan (FF) to the Irish Dáil.

So, here we are, on the other side of the election. The posters are being taken down, the heated debates are cooling, and negotiations are in full swing to shape the next government. After a weekend spent in countless community halls and polling stations, the excitement of the election has been thoroughly satisfied, if not entirely exhausted. Personally, I wouldn’t be eager to endure another one until we’re approaching the latter part of this decade.

For many reasons, last weekend marked an extraordinarily emotional milestone for Pete Roche and his family. As the results came in, securing his first-ever seat in the Dáil as a representative for Galway East, it was a moment charged with pride, tears, and a profound sense of accomplishment.

Ciaran Cannon (FG) is retiring after 13 years, while independent TD, Corofin’s canny Seán Canney, first elected as a county councillor in Tuam 20 years ago, should retain his seat with some ease. So although now a four-seater, in reality Galway East is still a scrap for three.

Newly announced changes to the Rural Social Scheme (RSS) have been welcomed by Galway Rural Development. Last week, Minister Joe O’Brien confirmed that rule changes were imminent following the publication of a review of the farmers’ scheme. Those changes have been welcomed by Galway Rural Development, one of the largest scheme operators in Ireland.