# Michael Mcnamara

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Clare MEP Criticises Import Of Eastern European Reeds For Thatching At Bunratty

Clare's MEP has criticised the decision to overlook local reed harvesters during the latest thatching works at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Clare County Council has confirmed reeds from Eastern Europe were imported to complete the repairs. Scariff Independent MEP Michael McNamara says reed cutter…

Around the Parishes 3rd October 2026 -Ogonnelloe

This week Host Jim Collins is joined on the phone news from Ogonnelloe with Michael McNamara    

Uisce Éireann Accused Of Failing To Protect Lough Derg

Uisce Éireann has been accused of failing to protect Lough Derg. It comes as Clare County Council continues to monitor the presence of Algal Bloom on the Tipperary side of the waterbody. According to the River Shannon Protection Alliance , Uisce Éireann is responsible for discharging 174 tonnes of …

Tipp Today Podcast 121026

On this morning’s show... Independent MEP Michael McNamara will join us in a few moments. Cllr John O’Heney on his concerns around the River Ara.... Survivalist and Bushcraft guru Tom Ban will be live in studio... Imelda Walshe will share the tales of her travels... Our Sports Editor Pau…

Underfunded Outgunned Families Facing Drug Violence Are Left To Terror

With drug gangs operating with complete impunity while state anti-intimidation programmes receive less funding than a single gang’s payroll, MEP Michael McNamara demands an emergency task force to protect ordinary citizens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonds, Interest Rates, and the Risks Investors Can't Ignore

Are bonds still a safe investment in today's economy? On this episode of McNamara on Money, Justin and Michael McNamara take a closer look at the bond market and what rising interest rates mean for investors, particularly those approaching or already enjoying retirement. With U.S. Treasury yields …

Clare MEP Criticises Funding Deficits For Combatting Drug Debt Intimidation

Clare's MEP is criticising what he's described as inadequate funding to tackle drug debt intimidation in the wake of the English family murders in Waterford. The Drug Related Intimidation & Violence Engagement Garda project, or DRIVE, receives €280,000 in government funding annually, with a further…

MEP: Not Enough Being on Stopping Drugs Intimidation – October 21st, 2026

That’s the view of Ireland South MEP Michael McNamara. He says the Drug Related Intimidation & Violence Engagement (DRIVE) Garda project receives €280,000 in government funding annually, or a little over €13,000 per garda division.

‘A Slap in the Face’: Mountshannon Locals Condemn Changes To Woodland Walk

There’s anger in Mountshannon over changes made by Coillte at Woodpark Woodland Walk, with concerns that the work has undermined the efforts of local volunteers who helped develop the popular amenity.   Ireland South Independent MEP Michael McNamara has described the situation as “a slap in the fa…

INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS - Ogonnelloe Exchange, -Donal O'Connor, Michael McNamara and Jim O'Brien

came in to studio to chat with Jim Collins about the work of the Exchange, how it started out and and how it responds to the needs of the Ogonnelloe community. Originally broadcast on SBCR on Saturday Chronicle 31st October  2026-  Interview as part of Saturday Chronicle  broadcast live the SBCR …