Galway Bay fm - Galway Talks - with John Morley

Morley’s Mouthfuls Festival season is well and truly underway right across Galway. The Galway Film Fleadh (which we broadcasted from on Friday) is continuing to amaze audiences with a variety of genres, styles and actors in venues right across the city. However, far from there being a lull in newsy stories we covered a number of local, national and international stories on Galway Talks this week. Two stories very much linked to historical abuse were front and centre over the past few days, namely the exaction of the former Tuam Mother and Baby Home site and the announcement of a Commission of Investigation into historical abuse at religious run schools. The intervention team at Tuam invited media from the world over to North Galway to get a sense of the delicate work beginning there next week. The jury is still out on whether or not the Commission of Investigation into abuse at religious run schools will learn lessons from previous reports from other scandals. The farming sector has greeted news that the EU Commission will be requesting updates from Ireland on the Nitrates Derogation with a great deal of apprehension. For those not from a farming backgrounds, this exemption (only benefitting Ireland) may see reductions in livestock numbers if it is reduced. Glinsk native and Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice gave the historic context of this latest development in Europe. The war in Gaza continues to be a firm point of discussion right across the world, but closer to home here in Galway many groups have been vocal in the support and have raised funds alongside their voices. Bríd Hennelly, Sabrina and Kay Egan and Evelyn Kelly joined us in studio to tell us about why they have decided to walk the Tóchar Phádraig to raise funds for Gaza Go Bragh. Bríd became inspired to do something tangible after working with Palestinian families through Direct Provision. The film fleadh will just be over and we will be jumping straight into the Galway International Arts Festival. We have been looking ahead to some of the stunning acts which will be rolling into town over the coming fortnight. One such act is comedian Al Murray, who brings his Pub Landlord persona to Leisureland later this month. We will be giving more insights into all the shows taking front and centre over the next two weeks on Galway Talks, starting with our first of two broadcasts from the Festival Garden this coming Monday morning. (Our Galway Great will be none other than the Artistic Director of the festival Paul Fahy.) We always love a bit of music on the programme and this week was no exception. Craughwell native Inis Meáin resident Una Ní Fhlánnagáin joined us as she launched a brand new type of harp alongside a new album. Support for Galway talent was on the double this week as Groev came in to play their new single ahead of performances in the Arts Festival Garden. Don’t forget that next week we will also be out and about on Friday the 18th for our Community Matters Series in Glinsk, where we will be broadcasting from the National School in the village.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am We’ll be speaking to the creators and stars of films premiering at the fleadh this weekend  New initiative launched to bring vacant homes in the Galway Gaeltacht back to life  Temperatures over 27 degrees expected this weekend – Weather Warning issued  We hear from water safety Ireland on how to stay safe during this weekend 10am-11am Red Fire Danger notice in place  Irish Cancer Society’s latest figures show chemotherapy treatment delays at Galway University Hospital  11am-12pm Meeting hears downgrades to Portiuncula Hospital "pure assassination attempt"  Sports preview 

On today's show:  9am-10am 'High risk' pregnancy antenatal care to be moved from PUH HSE publishes tenders for long awaited new ambulance bay for Connemara SANATORIUM to Premiere at Galway Film Fleadh 10am-11am 'Notable reductions' in graduate hiring due to AI Connacht Tribune Headlines Targeted investment needed in post office network to prevent closures across Galway POWERING PROSPERITY - offshore wind 11am-12pm Culture Corner – We speak to the head of production of the Galway International Arts Festival Pet Corner Music Mornings - Groev

Dave McCarthy discusses proactive financial planning and the importance of tackling challenges early. Cathy Connolly shares insights on the new Galway Rape Crisis Centre and the urgent need for improved cancer care to reduce avoidable deaths. Patrick Bergin reflects on his film 'The Captain' and storytelling's role in healing. Avril Power highlights disparities in cancer treatment in Ireland. Anthony Skeffington talks about water conservation efforts, while Tomás MacConmara discusses preserving Galway's oral history. Al Murray promotes his comedy show, adding a touch of humor to the mix.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am 40% of parents have had to borrow money to provide their children with essentials Tuam Mother and Baby Home excavation to begin next week 21st Westside Arts Festival to get underway this morning 10am-11am Government told to conserve sites or species to retain nitrates derogation Vote of no confidence of Von der Leyen to take place this week The Assassination Of Michael D Higgins to premiere at Galway Film Fleadh 11am-12pm South Galway Bay Music Festival 2025 to kick off this weekend Evergreen with Helen Mannion Music Morning - New Irish harp to be launched in Galway this week

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Galway property prices rise by €20,000 in Q2 Galway Students’ Union says Government’s student fees decision will ‘price people out of education’ Europe’s heatwave could spread to Ireland as early as this week 10am-11am Connemara Ambulance Group slams delays over ambulance base More empty council houses than homeless people in Galway County We hear about a new novel from a Galway City local 11am-12pm Galway Great - Joe Grogan Sports review

Today on Community Matters: Inis Meáin -  9am-10am  Locals tell us their favourite memories of living on the island Current affairs with Mairead Ní Fhartharta and Paddy O'Foghlu History with Máirín Mhéiní 10am-11am We’ll be talking about Aran knits with Tarlach De Blacam City Tribune Headlines Aedín Ní Thiarnaigh talks us through the wildflowers blooming on the island 11am-12pm Sport with Collette Blackmore, Lorcan O'Curraoin and Padraic Ruairi Beag Live Music   Helen Brown and her family help us round off the show

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley: 9am-10am Cost of settling motor insurance claims increased 23% in the first half of 2024 170 Ryanair flights cancelled because of French strike – we hear what to do if you’re affected We speak to the star of SunPhlower which will have its world premier at the Galway Film Fleadh 10am-11am RAI claim Further closures and jobs losses on the cards if VAT not reduced for food-led hospitality Financial advice with dave mccarthy Powering Prosperity - we’ll discuss discuss district energy with Pauline O Reilly 11am-12pm Culture Corner - historic re-enactment of Alcock and Brown’s epic flight in Clifden Sports preview Music Morning - Galway singer-songwriter Si Noble

On today's show: 9am-10am 20,000 people in Co Galway affected by boil water notice or restrictions in 2024 Demonstration to take place in Eyre Square against recent changes to rental law Four-day working week under debate at union conference 10am-11am Proposed Galway City West Primary Care Centre ‘fully signed off’ Motoring Slot Connemara Pony Show celebrates its 100th annual Clifden extravaganza 11am-12pm We speak to Sile Seoige as Vhi 360 Health Centre opens in Galway History Talks - Art exhibition looks at Ireland’s relationship with holy wells

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am Galway local authorities met less than 14% of own build social housing targets 2022-2024 Calls to reverse decision to hike student contribution charge   10am-11am  €3.2bn plan to woo microchip giants to Galway revealed Government called on to extend smoking ban to public places Garda Slot Ballinasloe Flood Relief Scheme to Enter Planning Stage in 2026 11am-12pm McSwiggan’s to host a wake as part of the Galway Film Fleadh Galway based charity the Irish Pilgrimage Trust change their name Music Mornings - John Forde