Tax cuts and changes to tax bands are among the main priorities identified by people taking part in a Clare FM survey ahead of tomorrow’s Budget. The survey suggests the biggest concerns are around tax, household energy costs and the wider cost of living. A Clare FM survey, with 200 people taking part, shows more […] The post Tax And Energy Costs Top Clare FM Budget Survey appeared first on Clare FM.

A Clare business says “the devil will be in the detail” when it comes to Budget 2027. Senior coalition Ministers will meet this afternoon to finalise the details ahead of tomorrow’s announcement. The broad scope of budget 2027 has taken shape with some fine tuning still needed this afternoon. Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Tánaiste and Finance […] The post Clare Businesses Say “Devil Will Be In The Detail” Of Budget 2027 appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare Gardaí are warning that a crash at just over 10 kilometres per hour above the speed limit can be the difference between a serious and fatal road traffic collision. Irish Road Safety Week is officially underway, with the RSA launching a number of initiatives aimed at promoting awareness of safe driving behaviour. 144 people […] The post Clare Gardaí Warn Speeding By 10KM Can Be Difference Between Serious And Fatal Crash appeared first on Clare FM.

International anti-LNG campaigners will tour Clare next week as part of efforts to prevent terminals being constructed in the Shannon Estuary. The trip will include a screening of the documentary Gaslit at the Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis on Sunday. At present, plans are underway to construct a liquefied natural gas terminal in Ballylongford, as […] The post International Anti-LNG Campaigners To Tour Clare appeared first on Clare FM.

A Clare native and former member of the Defence Forces has been presented with a 25-Year Service Medal by the Organisation of National Ex-Servicemen and Women. Kevin McCormack, originally from Newmarket-on-Fergus, served for 23 years with the 30th Infantry Battalion at James Stephens Barracks in Kilkenny. He was among those recognised at this year’s National […] The post Newmarket-on-Fergus Veteran Honoured For Defence Forces Service appeared first on Clare FM.

A Clare haulier says it would be naïve of Government to ‘inflame society’ to the same level that was seen during the fuel protest by not providing adequate support in the budget. Energy is expected to be a focus point of tomorrow’s budget, with the Government saying a temporary package of energy measures is on […] The post Clare Haulier Claims Government Would Be Naive To ‘Inflame Society’ Into Further Fuel Protest appeared first on Clare FM.

The number of people claiming some form of unemployment benefit in Clare has fallen to its lowest level in a decade. The latest figures from the Central Statistics Office show there were just over 3,300 people on the Live Register in the county in September, representing a 46% drop on the same month in 2016. […] The post Unemployment Claims In Clare Almost Halve In A Decade appeared first on Clare FM.

Motorists and pedestrians in Ennis are being urged to observe caution due to a traffic light outage. Two traffic light units on the Clare Road at Mac’s Cross have suffered malfunctions over night. Ennis gardai have been notified and the issue has been reported to Clare County Council. It is not yet known when the […] The post Ennis Road Users Urged To Observe Caution Due To Traffic Light Outage appeared first on Clare FM.

The number of electric cars sold in Clare so far in 2026 is almost twice as many as at the same stage last year. New data from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry shows 755 electric cars have been sold so far this year in Clare, compared to 378 at the end of September […] The post Clare EV Sales Almost Double 2025 Figure Through Nine Months appeared first on Clare FM.

It’s hoped a temporary relaxation of Ireland’s employment permit system for family carers can lead to an increase in home help hours in Clare. Enterprise Minister Peter Burke is due to bring a memo to Cabinet proposing a temporary easing of the 50:50 rule to help fill vacancies and relieve pressure on frontline services. The […] The post Temporary Permit Rule Change Could Ease Home Help Shortage in Clare appeared first on Clare FM.

A Clare animal sanctuary has launched an urgent fundraising appeal to help treat one of its donkeys, which is in need of veterinary care for COPD. Hill Top Sanctuary in Scariff was recently forced to purchase new land due to increased demand for its services, taking on a number of donkeys occupying the land in […] The post Clare Animal Sanctuary Launches Appeal For Funds To Treat Donkey With COPD appeared first on Clare FM.

Two United States Air Force (USAF) fighter jets diverted to Shannon Airport this afternoon after one declared an emergency over the North Atlantic. It’s understood one the McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle’s experienced a ‘fuel issue’ and sought to divert to Shannon and requested priority clearance. A second jet accompanied the emergency aircraft en route […] The post US Fighter Jet In Emergency Landing At Shannon Airport appeared first on Clare FM.

Emergency Services are at the scene of a road traffic collision in Ennis. Traffic disruption is expected to occur on the Gort Road Ennis for a time this evening following an earlier collision. A car is understood to have collided with an ESB pole on the R458 outbound from Ennis near the Gort Road Industrial […] The post Gardaí Attending Road Traffic Collision in Ennis appeared first on Clare FM.

Upgrade works to lengthen the slip roads at the M18 Ennis exits have moved to the planning stage. Transport Infrastructure Ireland has confirmed the completed design has been handed over to Clare County Council for Part 8 planning TII says the works at Junction 12 and 13 of the motorway could be ready for construction […] The post Works To Lengthen M18 Ennis Slip Roads Move To Planning Stage appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare dog owners are being advised to be wary of the potential dangers of algal bloom when walking their dogs near water. It follows an advisory issued by Tipperary County Council last week abut the presence of algae on the Tipperary side of Lough Derg. Clare County Council says its not aware of any such […] The post Clare Dog Owners Advised To Be Wary Of Dangers Of Algal Bloom To Pets appeared first on Clare FM.

It’s hoped a new influx of funding for Clare’s Local Community Safety Partnership will help tackle antisocial behaviour in four Clare towns. Almost €100,000 has been awarded to the Clare LCSP, funded through money and assets seized by Gardaí and the Criminal Assets Bureau. €71,250 will go towards the Building Safer Communities in Clare programme, […] The post Hopes LCSP Funding Will Tackle Antisocial Behaviour In Four Clare Towns appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare FM is celebrating once again following a hugely successful night at this year’s IMRO Radio Awards. The station’s Programme Director, Padraic Flaherty, has been honoured with two Gold Awards at a glittering ceremony at the Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny this evening. Produced by Flaherty, The Hidden Disability, a radio documentary exploring Foetal Alcohol […] The post Double Gold Success For Clare FM’s Padraic Flaherty At IMRO Radio Awards appeared first on Clare FM.

Emergency Services are attending the scene of a road traffic collision between Ennis and Clarecastle. The incident occurred on the N85 on approach to the Clareabbey roundabout from Junction 12 on the M18. No injuries have been reported so far. Lengthy traffic delays are expected on the route. The post Emergency Services Attend The Scene Of Collision On N85 appeared first on Clare FM.

A judge has jailed a ‘town pariah’ after he was found by a Garda in a state of undress in his parked car and 66 times over the legal driving limit for cocaine. At Ennis Circuit Court, Judge Francis Comerford has jailed Shane McCarthy (31) of Shanballa, Lahinch Rd, Ennis for three months after hearing […] The post 31-Year Old Ennis Man Jailed For Drug-Driving While Awaiting Sentencing On Sexual Offences appeared first on Clare FM.

Family carers in Clare are pleading with the Government not to leave them in the cold this winter. Ahead of next week’s Budget announcement, Family Carers Ireland says a reported increase of just seven euro fifty a week in Carer’s Allowance would fall far short of what families need. Family Carers Ireland says the timing […] The post Clare Family Carers Fear Being Left Out In The Cold In Budget 2027 appeared first on Clare FM.

Breast cancer survivors in Clare are calling for women to be routinely told their breast density as part of breast screening, saying greater awareness could help women better understand their screening results and breast cancer risk. The call comes as part of the “Tell Me My Breast Density” campaign, led by Lobular Breast Cancer Ireland, […] The post Clare Women Call For Breast Density To Be Included In Screening appeared first on Clare FM.

The North Clare winner of a Lotto prize worth almost ninety thousand euro has only three weeks left to claim their winnings. The winning Quick Pick ticket, worth €89,430, was bought at McNamee’s Londis in Miltown Malbay for the draw on July 25th. The winning numbers were 23, 24, 25, 42, 43 and 46, with […] The post Clare Lotto Winner Has Only Three Weeks Left To Claim Winnings appeared first on Clare FM.

A UL student representative says those attending third level education are struggling to cope with the rising costs of college, accommodation and transport. It comes after students protested outside Leinster House yesterday, highlighting the financial pressures facing those in higher education. The Higher Education Minister says next week’s Budget will deliver significantly for students and […] The post UL Student President Says Students Need Action On Cost Of Living appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare people are being encouraged to get moving this October as part of the Purple Run for Down Syndrome Ireland. The month-long challenge is asking participants to walk, jog or run 42 kilometres at their own pace, while raising funds for vital services including speech and language therapy, physiotherapy and activities. Among the ambassadors is […] The post Clare People Urged To Get Moving For Down Syndrome Ireland Purple Run appeared first on Clare FM.

Tractor enthusiasts, farming families and motoring fans will descend on North Clare this weekend as Tractorfest returns. Bringing a busy tourist season in Lisdoonvarna to a close, the festival celebrates rural hertitage this Sunday from 11am to 4pm. Tractorfest will bring together vintage tractors, classic cars, farm equipment and vehicles, alongside local food, crafts and […] The post Tractorfest to Showcase Clare’s Farming Heritage appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare has recorded a greater than 50% increase in the number of theft incidents in the last year. New Central Statistics Office data shows theft and related offences were by far the most prevalent in the county during the second quarter of the year. 788 incidents of theft were recorded in Clare between the start […] The post More Than 50% Annual Increase In Incidents Of Theft In Clare appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare’s opposition TD has called for free public transport for under-18s, amid a proposal to increase fares from the start of 2027. The average bus and train ticket is due to rise by 15 per cent from January, with the Government saying this will fund an expansion of services. It comes ahead of the launch […] The post Clare Opposition TD Calls For Free Public Transport For Under 18s Amid Proposed Fare Hikes appeared first on Clare FM.

It’s claimed golf tourism provided an ‘unbelievable’ boost to Clare’s tourism industry during a trying period for American visitor numbers nationwide. The latest report from the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation shows a 3% annual decrease in American tourists in August. The figures have prompted concern within the tourism industry, with the Confederation warning that the […] The post Golf Visitors ‘Unbelievable’ For Clare Tourism Amid Nationwide Decrease In American Visitors appeared first on Clare FM.

A 14-year old Ennis boy engaged in a ‘spree’ of offending where he is accused of the theft of four cars and trying to burn out one of the cars over a number of hours in east Clare and south Galway earlier this year, a court has heard. At the Children’s Court in Ennis, Det […] The post Ennis Teen Facing Charges Of Theft and Arson appeared first on Clare FM.

Uisce Éireann is reassuring that there’s been no impact on drinking water supplies following a suspected oil spill in North Clare. The utility says it’s been actively responding to an incident in the Miltown Malbay area, with environmental monitoring underway to assess any potential impact on local fish, aquatic life and bathing water quality. Uisce […] The post Uisce Éireann Reassures Drinking Water Unaffected By North Clare Oil Spill appeared first on Clare FM.

A Clare auctioneer says there’s no evidence of the county’s housing market stalling ahead of next week’s budget. Speculation around what will be included in the estimated €8.5 billion package had reportedly led to market anxiety in recent weeks. The Taoiseach and Tánaiste continue to disagree on a proposal to remove stamp duty for first […] The post “No Evidence” Of Clare Housing Market Stalling Ahead Of Budget appeared first on Clare FM.

The number of patients treated on trolleys at the region’s main hospital fell by almost 20% last month. The latest analysis from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation shows September was the worst month on record nationally for hospital overcrowding. 1,994 patients were treated on trolleys at University Hospital Limerick last month, according to the […] The post UHL Trolley Figures Down Amid ‘Worst September On Record’ appeared first on Clare FM.

It’s claimed urgent road safety measures are needed in Quilty to futureproof the village ahead of completion of housing developments and an anticipated increase in tourist numbers. TII have been called upon to carry out a review of proposed speed limit reductions, both in the village and its approach roads on the N67. Plans are […] The post Calls For Urgent Quilty Speed Limit Review To Futureproof Village appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare Haven says it is “chilling” that a large number of people’s first instinct is to disbelieve someone making a sexual assault allegation. It follows research from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, which found that almost half of men under 25 believe there are “a lot” of false rape allegations. Its annual report also found […] The post Clare Haven Labels Attitudes Towards Sexual Assault Allegations ‘Chilling’ appeared first on Clare FM.

A flight from Scotland to Spain diverted to Shannon Airport this morning after the crew declared a medical emergency. Easyjet flight EZY-3103 was travelling from Glasgow to Malaga and was routing over County Kilkenny when the crew opted to divert to Shannon. There were 188 passengers and crew on board. Authorities and ground service crews […] The post Flight Diverts To Shannon Following Medical Emergency appeared first on Clare FM.

Three projects in Clare are to receive a combined €150,950 in CLÁR funding to support improved transport and mobility services. The funding has been announced by Rural and Community Development Minister Dara Calleary as part of a €2.5 million package for community vehicles nationwide. Clarecare will receive €75,456 for a wheelchair-accessible bus, while Clare Cancer […] The post Over €150,000 In Funding Announced For Clare Transport Projects appeared first on Clare FM.

A Clare music festival is set to welcome musicians from across Europe. The Ennis Trad Festival returns from the 5th to the 9th of November this year, bringing five days of concerts, sessions, masterclasses, album launches and more to venues across Ennis. Now in its 32nd year, the festival holds a special place in the […] The post Ennis Trad Festival To Welcome EU Musicians appeared first on Clare FM.

Two Clare companies have been selected for a new initiative showcasing some of Ireland’s most ambitious scaling businesses. ABC Nutrition at Shannon Airport and Ennis-based Vitalograph are among 24 businesses chosen for Elevation Select 2026, launched by Business & Finance in association with KPMG and Enterprise Ireland. ABC Nutrition specialises in sports nutrition and wellness […] The post Two Clare companies have been selected for a new initiative showcasing some of Ireland’s most ambitious scaling businesses. ABC Nutrition at Shannon Airport and Ennis-based Vitalograph are among 24 businesses chosen for Elevation Select 2026, launched by Business & Finance in association with KPMG and Enterprise Ireland. ABC Nutrition specialises in sports nutrition and wellness products, while Vitalograph develops respiratory diagnostics and clinical trial technology for international markets. Eight of the 24 businesses will be chosen for a year-long programme of profiling, networking and growth support, with the initiative launching in Dublin on October 27th. appeared first on Clare FM.

Budget 2027 will be announced next Tuesday, with Finance Minister Simon Harris set to reveal the Government’s plans. But what matters most to you? Vote in our poll below. The post Poll :: What Do You Want To See In Budget 2027 appeared first on Clare FM.

The opening date for the new haemodialysis unit in Ennis has been revealed. The HSE has confirmed the long-awaited satellite unit will become operational on Monday, December 7th. The facility, located at Clare Technology Park on the Gort Road, will provide 120 treatment slots each week. Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Daly says the unit […] The post Opening Date Confirmed For Ennis Haemodialysis Unit appeared first on Clare FM.

Clare’s MEP has criticised the decision to overlook local reed harvesters during the latest thatching works at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Clare County Council has confirmed reeds from Eastern Europe were imported to complete the repairs. Scariff Independent MEP Michael McNamara says reed cutters from Limerick have supplied Bunratty with reeds from the Shannon […] The post Clare MEP Criticises Import Of Eastern European Reeds For Thatching At Bunratty appeared first on Clare FM.

One person has been hospitalised following a fire at a domestic property in Ennis this afternoon. The alarm was raised shortly before 2.00pm when smoke was seen coming from the window of an upstairs apartment at lower Turnpike Road. Two units of Clare County Fire and Rescue Service from Ennis station responded to the call […] The post Man Hospitalised After Ennis Apartment Fire appeared first on Clare FM.

An 72-year old Ennis man has appeared before court charged with 24 counts of rape against a female alleged to have been committed during the mid-1980s. At Ennis District Court, the pensioner appeared in connection with 54 sex offence charges in total spanning an eight year period concerning two alleged female victims. In the case, […] The post 72-Year Old Clare Man Appears In Court Charged In Connection With Multiple Counts of Rape appeared first on Clare FM.

A Bunratty Castle Hotel manager has appeared in court concerning the alleged theft of €7,300 in food and laundry allowances for Ukrainians residents at a Co Clare hotel. At Ennis District Court, Marion Moore (50) of Cill Phadraig, Newport, Co Tipperary has appeared in connection with 57 charges of theft from the Bunratty Castle Hotel […] The post Bunratty Castle Hotel Manager Appears In Court Charged With Theft Of Ukrainian Resident’s Food And Laundry Allowances appeared first on Clare FM.

Shannon Airport has again recorded higher levels of passenger growth than any other Irish airport. The Clare base is the fastest growing airport for the fourth month in a row, recording an annual increase of 8.8% compared to last year. The Irish Tourism Industry Confederation has also found Shannon increased it’s overall passenger numbers for […] The post Shannon Airport Ireland’s Fastest Growing Airport For Fourth Month Straight appeared first on Clare FM.

A Garda investigation is underway following an aggravated burglary at a domestic residence in Sixmilebridge. The alarm was raised at around 11.45 last night, following an incident at a home in Cappa Lodge. It’s understood a number of individuals entered the property armed with implements, threatened the female occupant and made their escape in the […] The post Sixmilebridge Residents Urged To Secure Homes Following “Disturbing” Aggravated Burglary appeared first on Clare FM.

The Industrial Development Authority has requested a meeting with the CEO of Daktronics to ‘ascertain if anything can be done’ to secure the future of the Ennistymon site. In response to a parliamentary question from Clare TD Cathal Crowe, Enterprise Minister Peter Burke confirmed the inward investment agency is seeking cooperation with Daktronics management on […] The post IDA Requests Meeting With Daktronics CEO To Help Secure Future Of Ennistymon Site appeared first on Clare FM.

Nurses say the number of patients waiting for beds at the region’s main hospital has exceeded 100 once again. The latest trolleywatch analysis from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation shows there were 106 admitted patients on trolleys or chairs at University Hospital Limerick during morning rounds, with 36 of those in the ED. The […] The post 106 Admitted Patients On Trolleys At UHL – INMO appeared first on Clare FM.

Futureproof Clare says an urgent attitude shift is needed from Government to treat the climate crisis as a ‘life and death’ issue. It follows a report from the Climate Change Advisory Council, which found that Ireland’s climate resilience planning and preparation does not match the potential risks. The climate watchdog is warning of growing risk […] The post Futureproof Clare Calls For Attitude Shift To ‘Life Or Death’ Climate Crisis. appeared first on Clare FM.

It’s hoped a fundraising event will shine a light on opportunities for visually impaired golfers in Clare. Spanish Point Golf Club will host the Irish Blind Golf Classic this Saturday, bringing golfers together for a special fundraiser in support of Irish Blind Golf. The event is held in association with Irish Blind Golf, which, now […] The post Event to Shine a Light on Opportunities for Impaired Golfers in Clare appeared first on Clare FM.