Planning & Housing New Regional Infrastructure & Bypass Funding Secured
Confirmation of a major capital allocation for local road safety improvements, traffic relief corridors, and connected cycle routes.
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Cllr. Aoife Brennan
Councillor for Glenbawn Ward — Glenbawn Local Electoral Area, Shannon Municipal Council
“A Dedicated, Hardworking Voice for Shannon & Glenbawn Communities”
Serving our community with integrity, accessibility, and real results across Shannon Municipal District.
Independent Political Party
24 Council Motions Adopted Council Motions Passed
Accessible 24/7 Constituency Service
Press & Community News
Latest Updates & Statements
Recent motions, community funding announcements, and official parliamentary releases.
Planning & Housing 
Community Community Centre Expansion Grants Formally Signed Off
Local community hubs and voluntary youth organisations receive vital refurbishment and energy retrofit grants.
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Transport Enhanced Rural Bus Services & Weekend Timetable Introduced
Connecting outlying villages with primary regional commercial hubs, health services, and rail connections.
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Key Priorities for Our Community
Clear, actionable commitments representing families, workers, and businesses across Glenbawn Local Electoral Area, Shannon Municipal Council.
Housing & Affordable Homes
Advocating for affordable housing schemes, faster planning turnaround, and direct council-built homes for young families.
Track Record Delivery:
Delivered €4.2M local grant allocation for starter home infrastructural servitization.
Healthcare & Community Wellbeing
Fighting for expanded primary care clinics, reduced wait times for regional hospital diagnostics, and enhanced mental health supports.
Track Record Delivery:
Supported opening of new primary health care wing with 6 dedicated consulting suites.
Roads, Paths & Public Transport
Securing town bypass funding, active travel greenways, safer pedestrian crossings, and frequent connecting bus services.
Track Record Delivery:
Secured accelerated timeline for regional bypass relief road and 3 new pedestrian signals.
Local Enterprise & Agriculture
Backing local family businesses, farmers, digital hubs for remote workers, and vibrant town centers.
Track Record Delivery:
Established regional enterprise mentorship forum connecting 120+ local employers.
1,450+ Constituent Cases Handled
Representations made on housing, planning, grant appeals, and community services.
98% Attendance Rate
Exemplary record at plenary sittings, committee meetings, and council votes.
€14.2M Funding Delivered
Secured for regional infrastructure, sports grants, and town regeneration.
120+ Advice Clinics Held
Face-to-face open clinics held across the constituency every single year.
Grassroots Accessibility
Councillor Advice Clinics & Surgeries
Direct, confidential constituent advice surgeries held regularly across our electoral area. No appointment strictly necessary, though priority is given to pre-booked slots.
Every Monday 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Constituency Advice Office
Civic Centre, Main Street
ℹ️ Walk-ins welcome or call ahead to reserve a dedicated slot.
♿ Wheelchair Accessible 🔒 100% Confidential
Every Wednesday 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Community Enterprise Hub
Room 4, Enterprise Centre, North Ring Road
ℹ️ Evening surgery specifically for commuting residents and workers.
♿ Wheelchair Accessible 🔒 100% Confidential
First & Third Friday 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Parish Community Hall
Main Hall, Church Road
ℹ️ Focusing on local infrastructure, elderly care and housing queries.
♿ Wheelchair Accessible 🔒 100% Confidential
Second Saturday of Month 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Rural Outreach Clinic
Rotates across community centers in the electoral district
ℹ️ Check monthly schedule online or call office for this month's village venue.
♿ Wheelchair Accessible 🔒 100% Confidential
Every Thursday Evening 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Patrick's Community Hall, Glenbawn
ℹ️ Walk-ins welcome;
🔒 100% Confidential
Need Urgent Advice Before the Next Clinic?
Contact our constituency office directly by phone on (044) 555 0192 or send an email to aoife@yourlocalcouncil.ie.
Working for You
Community & Representation in Action
On-the-ground engagement across our towns, parishes, schools, and voluntary groups.
Community Community Centre Opening
Welcoming local residents and community volunteers to the upgraded community centre and digital hub.
Representation Weekly Advice Clinic
Meeting constituents one-to-one to help resolve housing, planning, and road maintenance queries.
Infrastructure Town Bypass Progress Inspection
On-site review with municipal engineers inspecting progress on the new relief bypass route.
Environment Tidy Towns & Green Initiatives
Congratulating the local volunteer committee on achieving national recognition for environmental conservation.