Taoiseach Michéal Martin is in Ballinasloe today for a series of engagements.
His key commitments include a tour of Scoil an Chroi Naofa, which finally now has a new school listed for construction after a campaign spanning three decades.
The Taoiseach will then officially open 74 new homes in the An Gort Fada and An Choill Fada housing developments.
Speaking to Galway Talks, Michéal Martin said he'll also be meeting with various local groups.