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The European Parliament is pushing for stronger protections against work-related stress, depression and anxiety, including measures to tackle excessive workloads and give employees a right to disconnect outside working hours.    The European Parliament called on Tuesday for stronger EU action to tackle burnout, stress and other work-related conditions, addressing an increasingly common problem amo...

A remarkable new book celebrating life, music and community in West Clare in the 1970s and 1980s has just been officially launched.   Halcyon Day is a collection of seven short stories by 86-year-old author Jane S. Flynn, who has lived in West Clare since arriving from America in the late 1970s.  The book draws on Jane’s experiences of life on the Wild Atlantic coast, her immersion in local cultur...

There are an estimated 15,736 family carers in Clare, many of whom quietly provide care every day without ever thinking of themselves as carers.   With nominations for the 2026 Lidl Family Carer of the Year Awards closing this Friday, it’s the final opportunity to recognise one of those unsung heroes.  Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us more about the awards, the realities facing family carers, and...

It’s all about encouraging young imaginations this October as Clare Libraries launches its 2026 Children’s Book Festival.   Libraries and schools across the county will welcome some of Ireland’s best-known children’s authors, storytellers, illustrators and performers, with a packed programme designed to inspire children and encourage a lifelong love of reading.  Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us m...

A public meeting took place in Liscannor on Tuesday night following concerns about recent incidents of trespassing on agricultural land and private property in the parish.  The meeting, which was open to everyone, gave local residents and landowners an opportunity to raise their concerns, with local public representatives also in attendance.  Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the issue were Liscan...

There are growing concerns about road safety outside St Senan’s National School in Shannon following a worrying incident in which a child was reportedly nearly hit by a car during the morning school drop-off.  Parents are now calling for additional safety measures, including a school crossing patrol, as well as action on speeding and cars being parked too close to the pedestrian crossing.  Joining...

Budget 2027 has brought a major increase in Government spending, with €29.1 billion allocated to health, alongside measures affecting businesses, workers and older people.   But the reaction has been mixed, with concerns about hospital capacity and staffing, rising costs for retailers, and whether supports for older people go far enough.  Thursday's Morning Focus looked at the impact of the Budget...

Campaigners say their legal challenge against the proposed Kilkee wastewater treatment plant is “not over by a long shot”. Uisce Éireann welcomed a decision this week upholding planning permission for the plant and refusing leave to appeal the decision to the Court of Appeal. The Save Kilkee Cliff Walk Campaign says it is now seeking legal advice on what options remain open to it. Spokesperson Ell...

Fórsa says school secretaries and caretakers in Clare will be on the same footing as their colleagues following members' acceptance of a Workplace Relations Commission proposal. Under the proposal, secretaries and caretakers will move onto the Department of Education payroll and will receive paid bereavement leave and enhanced sick leave. Ninety-four percent of members voted in favour, on an 88 pe...

Avenue United says it has had to increase security at its grounds in Roslevan following a series of vandalism incidents. The club says there have been ongoing problems with people gaining unauthorised access to the facility and causing damage to property. The latest incident happened this week, when a group of youths gained access to the field and damaged the goalposts, and the club says replacing...

Ahead of the TUS SHC Final, Derrick Lynch spoke with the Kilmaley and Inagh-Kilnamona camps to look ahead to the game

On Atlantic Tales this week, Pat Flynn visits Aillwee Burren Experience in North Clare ahead of their 50th anniversary celebrations. Discovered by local farmer Jack McGann in 1940, two families developed Aillwee Cave and opened it to the public 50 years ago this month. Today, the Aillwee Burren Experience is more than just a cave.

A Parish Hall in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick will be transformed into a 1970s Irish pub later this month for Seanchaí, a new play exploring storytelling, faith, community and the secrets that can lie beneath the surface of village life.   Written and directed by James Meehan, the production stars Clare storyteller and filmmaker Tommy Lanigan as Paddy, an ageing seanchaí.   Alan Morrissey was joined...

A candle-lit vigil is taking place in Ennis this evening in solidarity with the people of Palestine, with funds raised going to Neart Nūr, a Clare-founded organisation providing trauma-informed play therapy and psychosocial support to Palestinian medical evacuees and their families.  The vigil will feature local music and poetry, with the organisers saying it is an opportunity to remember those af...

To get an economic perspective on Budget 2027, Alan Morrissey has been speaking with Associate Professor of Social Policy at UCD & Ennis Economist, Micheál Collins. Photo (c) Oireachtas.ie

The Government has announced massive spending and tax cuts as part of Budget 2027.      Income tax will fall for those paying the higher rate of tax, while Ministers say the cost of childcare for some will fall by more than 2,000 euro a year.      Simon Harris and Jack Chambers have announced a budget of more than 125 billion euro in spending next year - confirming Government spending will have mo...

The Government has announced massive spending and tax cuts as part of Budget 2027.      Income tax will fall for those paying the higher rate of tax, while Ministers say the cost of childcare for some will fall by more than 2,000 euro a year.      Simon Harris and Jack Chambers have announced a budget of more than 125 billion euro in spending next year - confirming Government spending will have mo...

A Clare oil merchant says while carbon tax cuts are welcome, he's unsure of the long-term impact they will have. The Dáil has passed a number of tax measures to bring elements of yesterday's Budget into effect, including lifting the carbon tax on home heating oil and gas for the lifetime of the Government. Clare currently has the fourth-highest home heating oil prices nationwide, with people in th...

A Clare Airbnb host says new legislation affecting her industry could be devastating for Clare's tourism sector. The Short-Term Letting and Tourism Bill requires hosts offering properties for up to 21 nights to join a national register operated by Fáilte Ireland. The legislation will introduce a range of enforcement measures, including fixed-payment notices for non-compliance with inspections. Mil...

Ahead of the 2026 Clare LGFA senior final, hear from Kilmurry Ibrickane's Amy Sexton, Chloe Moloney and David O'Brien along with Louise Cleary, Shauna Melican and Barry Keating of Fergus Rovers

Ennis RFC's Aisling Heapes speaking with Clare FM's Derrick Lynch ahead of the new Energia AIL season

Clare FM brings you our latest feature, Clare FM's Road Safety Initiative. In this episode, Clare FM's Lily Collins is joined by Michael Cusack, Chair of Clare Older People's Council. Michael discusses the findings of a survey, carried out by the council, on the concerns of older road users. Funded by the Coimisiún na Meán’s news reporting scheme

Shannon Community Partnership is bringing the local community together this week for “Network the Network” — an evening celebrating the volunteers, groups and initiatives making a difference across Shannon.   The event will showcase work in areas including sustainability, inclusion, arts, youth, sport and community safety, while also giving people an opportunity to find out how they can get involv...

Clonlara’s Shannonside Drama Group is celebrating more than 20 years of bringing live theatre to the local community, and there’s plenty happening on stage this autumn.   The group is preparing two very different productions — the tense two-hander Aubade and the festive family comedy I Do Too — before heading into the One Act Festival circuit in November.   Alan Morrissey was joined by Libby Kelly...

As we head into the winter months, homeowners and businesses are being urged to take a fresh look at their insurance cover amid concerns about increasingly unpredictable and severe weather.   A potentially record-breaking El Niño is adding to those concerns, although experts stress it is not a direct forecast of storms in Ireland.   Alan Morrissey was joined by Stephen McKenna, Head of Claims at C...