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The MWRA says it will be requesting the Irish Government, through its economic and diplomatic agencies, to commence the process of negotiating with the US authorities to provide a US cargo pre-clearance facility at Shannon International Airports.

The Environment Section of Clare County Council today announced details of its annual environmental inspection plan which sets out a planned work programme aimed at maintaining and enhancing County Clare’s natural environment.

Staff of Clare County Council joined the Lisdoonvarna Fanore Sea Angling Club and members of the North Clare community recently completed a clean-up of litter blackspots along the coastline at Blackhead, Arkeen and Ballyreen.

A series of waste prevention activities for members of the public is planned across Limerick next week as part of the fourth annual European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR).

The Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau, in conjunction with Shannon Development, has launched a new initiative aimed at promoting Limerick’s designation as the first National City of Culture in 2014.

Limerick City and County Sports Partnerships have announced details of a one-stop-shop event next month showcasing the wide range of sport and physical activity opportunities for people with disabilities in Limerick.

Ennis Town Council is making reusable shopping bags available free of charge to members of the public as part of the Local Authority’s ongoing litter awareness campaign.

Clare County Council is urging members of the public to “think green” and spare a thought for the environment in the run-up to Christmas this year.

Limerick Local Authorities have secured more than 4000 tonnes of rock salt to treat Limerick’s roads during the coming winter.

Ennis Town Council has announced details of its pedestrianistion initiative and parking scheme for the 2012 Christmas shopping period.