On today's Edition of Morning Focus with Marian Egan
Eddie Hobbs, well known financial advisor, television presenter, author and now Renua Party President spoke to Marian following the launch of the new political party on Friday last. Eddie outlined what to expect from this new party lead by Lucinda Creighton TD and their plans for the future.
Fine Gael T.D. Pat Breen joined us in studio to outline his concerns regarding the closure of Kilrush Warfarin Clinic. Due to the expected significant reduction in the number of patients requiring warfarin and in line with best practice the Kilrush Warfarin Clinic will be closed on a phased basis. Patients who are attending the Kilrush Warfarin Clinic who are deemed unsuitable for NOAC and must continue on warfarin will be given the option to attend either their local GP or Ennis Hospital Warfarin Clinic. Two additional clinics have been opened in Ennis to accommodate patients across the week. Pat also shed some light on the amount of money being spent to send the country's Ministers around the world for St. Patrick's Day.
Clare secured their first win of the 2015 National Hurling League over Dublin on Saturday afternoon. A late goal from Man of the Match Tony Kelly secured a 2-22 to 2-20 victory for 14 man Clare, who had Brendan Bugler sent off just before half time.
Meanwhile, following the reports that Davy O'Halloran, who was one of two players to leave the panel last week, saying he was "humilated" by Fitzgerald after The Eire Óg man was deemed to have breached a Code of Conduct by socialising two nights before the loss to Galway, Clare manager Davy Fitzgerald says he feels the management team dealt adequately with disciplinary issue which arose within the squad. Speaking after Saturdays win over Dublin, Fitzgerald said he feels the matter has been dealt with – he spoke to Clare FMs Syl O'Connor and first outlined his delight with the team's spirit.
Morning Focus Garda Focus
Marian was joined in studio by Sergeant Joe Downey Crime Prevention Officer, Ennis Garda Station who was appealing for your help in solving recent local crime. Ahead of St. Patrick's Day Sergeant Downey also advised people on taking care over the Bank Holiday.
Councillor Gerry Finnerty spoke to us ahead of a meeting of the Irish Natura and Hill Farmer’s Association will take place in McCarthy’s Pub Kilbeacanty tonight @8PM. Meeting discussions include: Land Eligibility / GLAS / Department Inspections and the future direction of farming in the West of Ireland
St. Patricks Day Parade Special
Ennis – Commencing at 11am from Áras Contae an Chláir on New Road and will follow the Traditional route of Steele’s Terrace, Club Bridge, Abbey Street, O’Connell Square, O’Connell Street, Barrack Street and will conclude in the Market area. Theme: “Celebrating Our Community” and over 50 groups have signed up to take part – Grand Marshall – Ennis Ultra Runner Keith Whyte
Ennistymon – Kicking off at 3pm starting from Fitzpatricks Supervalu in Deerpark
Tulla – St Patricks day Parade at 4.00pm assemble at the Church from 3.15
Killaloe – Leaving at 2.30 pm from the Swimming Pool Ballina – St Patrick is the Grand Marshall
Kilrush – 3 pm start from the top of Henry Street and the theme is ‘Topical and Cultural’
Miltown Malbay – Parade is kicking off from the E-town across for St Joseph’s National School at 3 pm and the theme is the Wild Atlantic Way
Shannon – Kicking off at 2 pm from the link road at St. Caimins School – Surprise Grand Marshall!
Feakle – St Patricks Day Parade kicking off after Mass at 12 pm from St Mary’s National School
Liscannor – Kicking off at 12 Noon from the Pier in Liscannor with St Patrick is the Grand Marshall
Kilfenora – Kicking off at 12 noon leaving from the back of Vaughans Pub
Kilkee – Kicking off from in front of the Library on the Kilrush road at 12 Noon. Lead by the Moyasta National School
