Communities urged to get ready for a big clean up

Householders, schools, businesses and community groups across County Galway are being encouraged to register for April’s National Spring Clean by Galway County Council and An Taisce.

An estimated 2,700 tonnes of litter were collected from roadsides, parks and coastlines nationwide in 2025, with more than 170 groups and volunteers in Co Galway taking part.

Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway Cllr David Collins said, “National Spring Clean comes at the perfect time of year as the days begin to stretch and more people are out and about. It gives everyone a simple way to contribute to a litter pick in their own community and to take pride in the place they live. Galway is a beautiful county, and we all have a role in respecting it by keeping it litter-free for residents and visitors.”

Liam Conneally, Chief Executive of Galway Co Council, said, “We are encouraging people who have never taken part in National Spring Clean to register this year. It can be as simple as two neighbours coming together to pick up litter in their own area or a larger group of volunteers working across their community. Every extra pair of hands goes a long way in tackling the blight of litter in our communities, along our roads and in our public spaces. Clean-up kits are available for all registered groups in Galway, and every effort helps to keep the county clean.”

Eileen Ruane, Director of Services said the campaign is an opportunity for people across the county to get involved, raise awareness and support communities eager to enjoy cleaner and healthier places to live.

Free clean up kits are available to everyone who registers via www.nationalspringclean.org and further information is available from the Environment Section of Galway County Council on 091-509510 or email environment@galwaycoco.ie.