Bicycle recycle scheme launched in Galway

Galway Bay fm newsroom - A pilot bicycle recycling scheme has been launched in the city.

Galway's Community Bike workshop, An Mheitheal Rothar and Galway City Council have joined forces for the initiative.

Anyone bringing a bike to the Liosbán Civic Amenity Site will have the option to donate the bike to An Mheitheal Rothar for repair and recovery.

An Mheitheal Rothar is a social enterprise based at NUI Galway, which provides workshops where people can learn about bicycle maintenance, safe cycling skills and environmental sustainability.

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