THERE was a strong interest from premises owners in the Tuam scheme. Photo: Ray Ryan

Huge demand for Tuam Streetscape Scheme

County Council seeking extra funds

THE interest in the grant scheme aimed at brightening up Tuam’s streets has far outweighed the amount of funding available.

The total funding sought from the applications submitted is almost double the amount that was allocated by the Department of Community and Rural Development.

Galway County Council has confirmed that it is seeking a top-up in the amount being made available from the Department.

Any decision on which property owners or tenants that will be offered a grant will be delayed until a decision on extra funds is made…

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