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City Labour Councillor encourages engagement on inner harbour development

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City Labour Councillor encourages engagement on inner harbour development

Galway Bay FM Newsroom - Galway residents should ensure their voices are heard on the proposed Inner Harbour development, which will have a radical impact on the future of the city.

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That's the message from Labour Councillor for Galway City-West, Níall McNelis.

Councillor McNelis was speaking following a briefing for local Labour members on Thursday evening, which was addressed by Port of Galway CEO, Conor O'Dowd.

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The plans relate primarily to use of the existing Port area, should the current plans for a new 'outer harbour' be approved.

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Covering 17 acres, the proposal encompasses space for commercial, cultural, and hospitality uses, along with housing and outdoor areas.

Speaking this morning, Councillor McNelis said that this was a great opportunity for voices to be heard and can be positive impact on the future of the city.

The consultation process is open until 16 June at galway-harbour.com.

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