It’s hoped the inclusion of six Clare communities in a major government initiative will boost electric vehicle use in rural areas.
It comes as Shannon Gaels, Clooney Quin, Whitegate, Inagh-Kilnamona, Miltown Malbay and Wolfe Tones Na Sionna GAA Clubs have all been declared successful in their applications to deliver EV Charging Points under the Shared Island Fund.
The clubs can now draw down funding to cover the total installation costs, subject to reaching agreement with a pre-approved panel of charge point operators.
Clare Electric Vehicle Owners Club member John Casey insists the move will bring major economic and social benefits.
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