Call for Park 'n' Ride schemes in county towns

Councillor Sean Canney says motorists travelling from north Galway are not going to cross over to Carnmore to use the park n' ride facility there.

The park n' ride initiative from Carnmore Airport has received criticism since it began several weeks ago, with a poor uptake for the scheme.

Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Canney says park n' ride schemes in places like Tuam and Athenry would be more beneficial.

Meanwhile, private car-park operators in the city are being urged to offer competitive rates.

City Councillor Michael Crowe says charging high rates for hourly parking is deterring people from visiting the city.

Councillor Crowe says car parking rates should be reduced at private car parks or incentives offered to motorists.