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Public sector pay talks are continuing this morning at the Workplace Relations Commission, with the Government hoping to avert Thursday's planned nationwide strike through an improved pay offer worth almost €5 billion. But what does the proposed deal mean for the wider economy, particularly small and medium-sized businesses already facing rising costs and wage pressures? To discuss the private sec...

Six rare aquatic plants have been recorded by botanists carrying out research at the Burren. A project spearheaded by the Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland located the various species of stonewort at Poulroe in late August. Two of plants are extremely rare, namely the Dwarf Stonewort and Lesser Bearded Stonewort with The Burren one of very few locations both plants persist. Project Manager...

Fergal O'Keeffe, Ennis native and creator of Travel Tales with Fergal Podcast joined Alan Morrissey to discover Madrid through its neighbourhoods, food, drink, history and culture. Image (c) Fergal O'Keeffe

Award-winning broadcaster Padraic Flaherty presents and produces a new three-part series exploring Shannon's past, present and future. Clare FM will broadcast a major new three-part documentary series, Shannon in Focus, beginning on Wednesday, November 11th, at 6pm. Presented and produced by award-winning broadcaster Padraic Flaherty, the three hour-long documentaries will take listeners behind th...

A new multi-million-euro fire services and emergency operations plan has been approved for Clare.    Lasting until 2031, the strategy will see an initial €15m investment, including €10m for the redevelopment of Ennis Fire Station and over €2.1m for aerial rescue equipment and PPE.    The mandatory minimum number of firefighters countywide will also be increased from 78 to 92.    The adoption of th...

With planned toll increases set to take effect, Sinn Féin is calling on the Government to intervene and scrap the hikes, warning that commuters, workers and families are already under significant financial pressure from the rising cost of living.     The party is bringing a motion before the Dáil today, (Tuesday 10th), calling for the increases to be ruled out and for a review of tolling policy. ...

Joining Alan Morrissey on Tuesday's Morning Focus was Parteen-based farmer Tom Lane, who will be covering CAP at the IFA regional meeting on Wednesday the 11th. Also in attendance will be Thomas Burke, covering Animal Health and TB.    There are major concerns surrounding the proposed 24% reduction in the CAP budget, which could mean a €13 million loss for County Clare alone. With the EU's Multian...

The Leaving Certificate is facing another major debate, with growing concerns over the new 40% Additional Assessment Components (AACs), which are being introduced across a number of subjects.  The first group of students sitting these new assessments are currently in sixth year, and questions are being raised about workload, fairness, the use of AI and whether the changes are actually reducing exa...

After years of dealing with endometriosis and adenomyosis, and navigating the Irish healthcare system, Michaela Cronin ultimately travelled to Madrid for laparoscopic surgery.    She wants to share her journey, from diagnosis to surgery, and highlight the challenges women face when seeking treatment and support for conditions that can have a significant impact on everyday life.    She also hopes t...

Less than 30% of cardiac arrest patients across the Midwest in 2025 were transported to hospital. New figures released to Bodyke Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney show just 29% of people who suffered a cardiac arrest last year were taken to hospital, below the national average of 38%. The Midwest Region also recorded the lowest rate of return of spontaneous circulation at 21%, compared with the national ave...

Coming up on the show We'll have reaction to another historic victory for Banner GAA on the Shanaway road and defeats for Eire Og and Parteen Meelick that saw their provincial campaigns come to a close,. We'll also bring you the latest installment of our more than a club series

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Tuesday’s Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy looked at how to bring colour into your garden throughout autumn and winter, with tips on the best trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs to plant now, along with some essential gardening jobs for the week ahead. If you have any questions for Judy, contact the show on...

The Irish pub has always been about much more than just a pint. It’s a place where friendships are made, stories are shared, characters become legends and memories are created. And capturing that unique part of Irish life is the inspiration behind a newly published book, Four Walls and a Pint, by Ennis publican John Whyte. Having spent more than 30 years in the Irish pub trade, including many memo...

On Atlantic Tales this week Pat Flynn visits one of the country’s premier multi-disciplinary arts centres located in the heart of Ennis. Celebrating its 25th birthday this month, Glór was once described as a ‘white elephant’, but went on to prove all its critics wrong.

With 2026 on track to become the second-warmest year on record, and global temperatures continuing to exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, questions are being raised about what the climate has in store for 2027. Following another year of unusually warm weather and hot spells, are we likely to see more heatwaves, and what impact could this have on Ireland? A recent Copernicus Cli...

The future of acute hospital services in the Mid-West is once again under the spotlight, with Friends of Ennis Hospital raising serious concerns over the Government's plans for the €14 million site purchased at Raheen for a new hospital campus. More than 20 years of reports, investigations and warnings have highlighted the pressures facing University Hospital Limerick, including overcrowding, insu...

Doonbeg's Paddy Kelly took on the incredible challenge of cycling across America in support of two very worthy charities, Sláinte an Chláir and Hugh’s House. A journey fuelled by generosity, determination and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others. We hear about the inspiration behind Paddy’s challenge, the physical and mental demands of cycling across America, and the import...

Clare has been recognised at the 2026 National Heritage Week Awards, with several local projects receiving national and county-level honours for their work in preserving and celebrating Ireland’s rich heritage. From protecting traditional skills and restoring historic buildings to recording local stories and promoting the Irish language, the awards highlight the importance of communities in keepin...

Joining Derrick Lynch on Morning Focus were Fianna Fáil TD and Aviation Spokesperson Cathal Crowe and Clare-based Independent MEP Michael McNamara to discuss growing concerns around bomb threats and hoax security alerts. With Ireland preparing for its largest-ever security operation, they examined the challenges facing our emergency services, Ireland’s defence capabilities and whether the country...

A new Oncology Centre described as a "world class healthcare service" will soon be open to Clare patients. Whitebox Develeopments has completed construction of a 30,000 sq foot cancer treatment centre in Moyross, near the Coonagh-Knockalisheen Distributor Road. Once fitted out, it will be run by CROAL, UPMC and Bon Secours to provide cancer treatment services for patients in Clare, Limerick and No...

It's claimed a new burial ground proposed for Crusheen will be a huge asset to the local area. Kyleawinna Graveyard is currently at capacity, with the development of a new burial ground proposed for lands adjacent to the existing site. Crusheen Community Centre will host a public consultation on the plans next tomorrow evening from 5pm to 7pm. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor, Pat Hayes, says there'...

Fr Greyy Kenny presents this week's Beyond Belief which looks at the vital and valuable work that the Samaritans organisation provides. They can be contacted at any time at 116123 or by email at jo@samaritans .ie Also Mary Finucane provides a reflection on grief..

The Governement has confirmed that a localised Clare weather warning system will be in place by the start of next year's storm season. Minister of State Thomas Byrne made the announcement, following concerns raised by Clare TD Joe Cooney over delays to the initial rollout. Deputy Cooney raised the concerns in the aftermath of storms Boelo and Austen where Clare felt the brunt of heavy wind and rai...

Stephen Fletcher leads our Sunday Prayer on today the 8th November 2026

Gardaí in Clare responded to 230 calls for service over the Halloween weekend. As part of Operation Tombola, the Garda Halloween policing programme, 150 phone calls relating to Halloween related activity, such as public order, fireworks, bonfires and criminal damage were received. The operation ran from October 1st to November 2nd, with almost 1,500 calls for service recieved by Gardaí in that tim...