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Comhairle Chontae Na Gaillimhe
Galway County Council
Litter Management Plan 2015 – 2018
Adopted by Galway County Council on 11th November 2015
Please Play Your Part – Keep Galway Litter Free
Table of Contents
1. Introduction Page No.
1.1. Overview 3
1.2. Background to Litter Management Plan 3
1.3. Consultative Process 4
2. Legislation
2.1. Definition of Litter 5
2.2. Public Places 5
2.3. Private Property 5
2.4. Litter Black Spots 5
2.5. Major Events 6
2.6. Mobile Food Outlets 6
2.7. Dog Fouling 6
2.8. Posters and Signs 6
2.9. Advertising Flyers 6
2.10. Waste Bye Laws 6
2.11. Waste Management Plan 2015-2021 6
2.12. Enforcement/Fines 7
3. Anti-Litter Initiatives
3.1. Environmental Awareness Officers 8
3.2. Community and Litter Wardens 8
3.3. Anti-Litter and Tourism Grants 8
3.4. CCTV 8
3.5. Green-Schools Programme 8
3.6. Beach Management 8
3.7. Advertising 9
3.8. Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund 9
3.9. Gum Litter Campaign 9
3.10. Probation Service 9
3.11. Community Employment Schemes/Rural Social Schemes 9
3.12. Galway County Council’s Work Practices 9
4. Progress since Litter Management Plan 2011-2014 10
5. Objectives and Actions of Litter Management Plan 2015-2018 12
6. Conclusion 14
7. Appendices
1. National Litter Pollution Monitoring Survey 15
2. Performance Indicators 17
3. Civic Amenity Sites in County Galway 18
4. List of Bring Bank Sites in County Galway 20
5. Contact Information 22
Page 2 of 22
1. Introduction
1.1 County Galway – An Overview
County Galway is the second largest county in Ireland, with several strongly Irish-speaking
areas in the County. With its rugged seascapes and scenic islands, together with its rich
cultural heritage, it is a very popular tourist destination. The County has a coastline stretching
to almost 700 kilometers and over 200 lakes including the renowned Lough Corrib. The
County also has four main inhabited islands.
The Census 2011 Preliminary Results show a strong growth of 10% in population since the
last Census to 175,127 (excluding Galway City).
1.2 Background to Litter Management Plan
Galway County Council has identified “Protecting and Enhancing the Environment” as a
Strategic Objective in its Corporate Plan 2015-2019 and a priority strategy of the
Environment Unit is “implementation of the Council’s Litter Management Plan”.
One of the principal activities in achieving this strategy is the implementation of litter control
measures. The amount of litter that defaces our footpaths, streets, parks and beaches is one of
the major environmental issues facing the country; dog fouling is of particular concern.
The Litter Management Plan 2015 – 2018 sets out objectives for the prevention and
eradication of litter throughout County Galway. The Plan recognises that the problem of litter
will not be eradicated unless a multi-dimensional approach is taken. Every sector must be
involved in tackling the litter problem: the public as well as the commercial sector and the
Local Authority. While there is a growing awareness of the importance to keep County
Galway litter free, there is still a need to change attitudes and behaviour to recognise that
littering is anti-social.
At one level, such a change can be achieved by the increased awareness of littering, its causes
and its consequences. At another level, stringent enforcement through on-the-spot fines and
prosecutions will be required. The Plan sets out realisable and measurable objectives for the
following:
Litter prevention and control
Public awareness, participation and education
Enforcement
Recycling and recovery
The Plan seeks to achieve continual reduction of the litter pollution level throughout the
county. Performance in this regard will be monitored through the yearly implementation of
the National Litter Pollution Monitoring System. (detailed in Appendix 1)
Page 3 of 22
Under Sections 10 to 13 of the Litter Pollution Act, 1997, Local Authorities are required to
adopt Litter Management Plans for their functional areas. The legislation prescribes the
specific minimum components of a Litter Management Plan, requiring information on litter
prevention and control activities and the setting of appropriate objectives and targets for the
three-year period of the Plan.
In the same way that the Council’s Corporate Plan forms the basis of annual Business Plans,
it is envisaged that the Litter Management Plan will act as a medium-term strategy document,
based on which, an annual Litter Management Action Plan will be formulated to identify
priorities and specific actions to be carried out in each year. The Action Plan will be reviewed
at year end and performance will be evaluated against the targets set out therein.
1.3 Consultative Process
As part of the consultative process required under the Litter Pollution Act 1997, as amended,
Galway County Council sought public participation through a consultation process from the
following:
- Strategic Policy Committee for Environment & Water Services
- Voluntary groups and organisations
- Galway County Council Staff
- Members of Galway County Council
Public notice of the review and making of the Litter Management Plan 2015 – 2018 was
advertised in local media.
A copy of the Litter Management Plan 2015 – 2018 is available on Galway County Council’s
website www.galway.ie
Page 4 of 22
2. Legislation
2.1 Definition of Litter
The definition of 'litter' under this legislation is quite wide and extends from casual pieces of
paper or cigarette ends to anything large or small that is, or is likely to become, unsightly and
extends to both public and private property.
Under the Litter Pollution Acts, 1997 to 2009, litter is defined as:
“a substance or object, whether or not intended as waste (other than waste within the meaning
of the Waste Management Act, 1996, which is properly consigned for disposal) that, when
deposited in a place other than a receptacle of other place lawfully designated for the deposit,
or is likely to become unsightly, deleterious, nauseous or unsanitary, whether by itself or with
any such substance or object, and regardless of its size of volume or the extent of the
deposit”,
The Litter Pollution Act 1997, as amended, introduced strong penalties in Ireland to help
combat the problems of litter pollution more effectively. The Litter Pollution Act 1997, as
amended, also outlines everyone’s responsibilities and liabilities in relation to litter and
littering.
2.2 Public Places
Throwing litter in a public place is an offence. If you either own or are responsible for a
place to which the public has access (e.g. places like a school campus, public park, train or
bus station or the precincts of a shopping centre), you are obliged by law to keep the place
litter-free, regardless of how the litter got there.
2.3 Private Property
The owner or occupier of property that can be seen from a public place is also obliged to keep
the property free of litter. This means that any outdoor area on your property which is visible
from a public place must be kept free of litter. Failure to keep your property free of litter can
result in a fine or prosecution by your Local Authority.
2.4 Litter Black Spots
Where litter has accumulated on property for any reason and this litter is visible from a public
place, the Local Authority can issue a notice to the owner or occupier requiring the prompt
removal of the litter. Such a notice can also set down precautionary measures to be put in
place to prevent a reoccurrence. If a property owner or occupier fails or refuses to do
everything that has been requested, the Local Authority has the power to do whatever is
necessary itself and require the owner or occupier to pay all of the costs involved.
Page 5 of 22
2.5 Major Events
The promoters or organisers of major events (e.g. concerts, festivals, circuses and local
sporting events) are required to ensure that they have litter control measures in place at the
venue and in the surrounding vicinity before, during and after the event. This task can be
undertaken by the Local Authority but the promoter/organiser must bear the costs involved.
2.6 Mobile Food Outlets
Operators of mobile food outlets selling fast food or beverages or other outlets such as those
selling farm produce are obliged to provide suitable litter bins in the vicinity of their outlets.
Also, they must clean up any litter arising from this operation within a radius of 100 metres
of their outlet.
2.7 Dog Fouling
Dog owners must remove their pets' waste from public places and dispose of it in a proper
manner. You can read more about the responsibilities of dog owners, in our document “A
Guide to Good Dog Ownership”.
2.8 Posters and Signs
The law forbids the erection of posters/signs on poles or other structures in public places.
Following an election, a party/candidate must remove posters within a seven day period.
Page 6 of 222.9 Advertising Flyers
It is a breach of the Act to erect unauthorised advertisements in public places. It is also an
offence to place advertisement flyers on vehicles.
2.10 Waste Bye Laws
The Waste Management Bye Laws 2011 require the holder of household and/or commercial
waste to present that waste for collection in accordance with proper procedures, thus
preventing the spread of litter from overflowing or improperly secured bins or bags.
2.11 Waste Management Plan 2015 – 2021
The Strategic Vision of the Regional Waste Plan is to rethink our approach to managing
wastes by viewing waste streams as valuable material resources which can lead to a healthier
environment and sustainable commercial opportunities for our economy.
2.12 Enforcement/Fines
The issue of enforcement of litter legislation is instrumental in the management of litter
pollution. Currently two environmental enforcement officers, fourteen community wardens
and one litter warden enforce environmental legislation in Galway County, of which litter is
only one priority.
Leaving or throwing litter in a public place is an offence that can be subject to an on-the-spot
fine of €150 or a maximum fine of €3,000 if you are convicted of a litter offence in the
District Court. You can be issued with an on-the-spot fine by a litter /community warden
appointed by your Local Authority or by a member of the Gardaí.
Further information on Litter and the Law is available on the website of the Department of
the Environment, Community and Local Government: http://www.environ.ie/
Where large-scale illegal dumping occurs, Galway County Council feels that the on-the-spot
fine of €150 is not sufficient. In such instances, direct prosecutions should be brought against
the alleged offender.
Page 7 of 223. Anti-Litter Initiatives
3.1 Environmental Awareness Officers
The Council's Environmental Awareness Officers actively promote positive environmental
action throughout the County. The Environmental Awareness Officers work in conjunction
with schools, community groups, voluntary groups and organisations, businesses, and
members of the public to encourage them to participate in anti-litter initiatives.
Environmental awareness is promoted through ongoing education and information
programmes.
3.2 Community & Litter Wardens
The Community & Litter Wardens play a vital role in the campaign against litter and have
established strong links with local communities, schools and public bodies to maintain their
areas litter free whilst promoting anti-litter awareness countywide.
3.3 Anti-Litter grants
With assistance from the Department of the Environment, Community and Local
Government a number of Anti-Litter Initiatives are undertaken annually, such as anti-litter
advertisements on radio, newspapers and cinema, anti-litter messages on shopping bags,
notice boards at various locations, anti-litter and/or anti-graffiti initiatives including support
for clean ups and awareness in local communities.
3.4 CCTV
CCTV has been installed in areas which have been identified as notable black spots and at
various bring bank locations. The installation of CCTV will lead to a reduction in fly tipping
at these locations and an increased level of prosecutions. Other locations are being
investigated for covert CCTV installations.
3.5 Green-Schools Programme
The Green-Schools Programme is coordinated by An Taisce. It is a worldwide awareness
programme which encourages improved environmental performances in schools. In order to
achieve the Green-School status, the schools must implement a comprehensive campaign,
which includes litter management, recycling, environmental education and waste reduction
techniques. Our Environmental Awareness Officers liaise with schools who wish to partake
in this programme, and assists them as required.
3.6 Beach Management
The Council participate in the Blue Flag and Green Coast Awards, which are coordinated by
An Taisce. This is a worldwide environmental awareness programme which encourages
improved environmental performances in our bathing waters. The County has 5 Blue Flag
and 6 Green Coast awards for bathing waters.
In partnership with local schools and community groups, the Council promote ongoing litter
clean ups at our beaches. http://www.galway.ie/en/Services/Environment/Beaches/
Page 8 of 223.7 Advertising
Anti-Litter advertisements are ongoing in various media outlets and at sport sites.
3.8 Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund
This is a small grants scheme which supports non-profit initiatives aimed at increasing
awareness of environmental issues at local level. The projects selected promote strong anti-
litter initiatives.
3.9 Gum Litter Campaign
Galway County Council participated in a three-year programme which was agreed between
the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government and the chewing gum
industry.
The aim of this campaign was to highlight the direct linkage between increased awareness
and reduced levels of gum litter on our streets.
3.10 Probation Service
A successful partnership approach has been developed between the Council and the Probation
Service in tackling litter, especially on our road verges and beaches in the Connemara area.
It is intended to build on this success throughout other areas of the county.
3.11 Community Employment Schemes/Rural Social Schemes
There are a number of Community Employment Schemes and Rural Social Schemes which
participate in litter clean ups which enhances the area.
3.12 Galway County Council Work Practices
It is imperative that the Council itself is seen to be a leader in the drive for a litter free County
and to this end work practices by staff must ensure that all necessary steps are taken to
eliminate the spread of litter as a result of these works. Regular street cleaning and emptying
of bins is an essential part of the Councils anti-litter programme.
Page 9 of 224. Progress since Litter Management Plan 2011-2014
Galway County Council's last Litter Management Plan was adopted in January 2012. Since
that time, considerable progress has been made in regard to litter control and reduction,
however, the process is an ongoing one.
Education and awareness campaigns promoted by the Council’s Environmental
Awareness Officers in conjunction with residents associations, voluntary groups and
business sector.
Promotion of environmental competitions, grants and awards aimed at establishing
best practice on litter management.
Increase in the number of educational institutions participating in the Green-Schools
Programme to 230.
Anti-litter advertising campaign promoted through various local media.
Increased use of social media to promote awareness.
Gum Litter programme expanded through the County in conjunction with Gum Litter
taskforce.
Production and distribution of promotional material in order to promote awareness.
Community/Litter Wardens continue to have an invaluable role in litter control and in
particular, have contributed towards increased awareness and enforcement.
Increase in the number of litter clean ups carried out by the Probation Services,
Community Employment and Rural Social Schemes.
The customer complaints system in the Environment Section ensures all complaints
received are logged, tracked, and investigated, leading to improved enforcement.
Introduction of Fix Your Streets website for logging littering complaints.
Introduction of new mobile app IT system, Geopal, for use by community wardens for
automatic reporting in relation to Spring Cleans, environmental complaints and
Producer Responsibility Inspections.
There are now 88 Bring Banks operational throughout the county. (see Appendix 5)
CCTV Security Cameras installed in additional locations throughout the county,
leading to reduction in littering at bring banks sites.
Improved private sector services for household collection, and improvement in
services at recycling centres.
Major Events – coordination meetings between Community/Litter Wardens, the
Gardaí and organisers are held in advance of major events.
Litter surveys conducted for the National Litter Pollution Monitoring System
(NLPMS), provide information on the areas which require particular attention and
also better quantify the causative factors of litter pollution. This leads to the
prioritisation of actions to be taken and, in turn, more effective allocation of
resources. (see Appendix 1)
Page 10 of 22 A reduction in the number of Derelict Sites has assisted in a decrease of litter polluted
areas.
New signage has been introduced at a number of Burial Grounds encouraging users to
correctly dispose of all related litter.
New signage has been introduced at Bring Banks sites in relation to littering of
cardboard boxes, bags, etc.
A pilot anti-litter Audio System for dog control was introduced during 2014/2015.
A quantity of dog fouling signs were designed and placed at strategic locations.
Introduction of Estate Management plans by Housing Section to prevent anti-social
behaviour, including littering.
Page 11 of 225. Objectives and Actions of Litter Management Plan 2015 -2018
Objective No 1: To work in partnership with community groups, Tidy Towns
committees, residents associations, local businesses, voluntary
sector, schools etc. to play their part in litter prevention.
Actions:
Galway County Council will:
continue to work with the various groups and encourage the development of local
litter programmes.
actively encourage participation of residents associations, estate management groups
and other voluntary groups in litter awareness programmes.
work with the commercial sector/Chambers of Commerce to increase awareness of
the problems caused by the careless disposal of litter e.g. Fast food outlets and
delicatessen shops.
continue to liaise with community groups on grants available, e.g Local Agenda 21 -
Environmental Partnership Fund.
maximise the use of Community Employment Schemes/Rural Social Schemes and
Probation Service.
Objective No 2: To educate and raise awareness of the effects of litter on the
environment.
Actions:
Galway County Council will:
ensure that the various sectors are aware of their obligations under the Litter Pollution
Act 1997, as amended.
use all available social media to heighten awareness towards litter/littering.
produce and provide litter awareness literature as required.
ensure that the public use only permitted waste collectors to collect waste.
enforce the Waste Management Bye Laws 2011 to regulate waste
collection/presentation arrangements within the county.
continue to promote the Green-Schools programme amongst schools and other
education institutions in County Galway.
promote litter prevention and waste reduction in schools through a series of
competition and environmental initiatives.
continue to erect anti-littering signage at all bring banks throughout the county.
Page 12 of 22Objective No 3: To target litter ‘black spots’.
Actions:
Galway County Council will:
target litter black spots on approach roads to towns and villages in an attempt to
eradicate same.
continue the implementation of the National Litter Pollution Monitoring System by
carrying out surveys on the level/composition of litter pollution, identify litter black-
spots and take remedial measures to eliminate these.
carry out mobile patrols throughout the county.
ensure Community/Litter Wardens maintain a visible presence in towns and villages
to deter littering.
continue to enforce litter and waste management legislation and carry out
enforcement campaigns against fly tipping.
continue to use all appropriate means including covert cameras, road checkpoints, etc.
to detect littering and illegal dumping.
increase the number of CCTV monitoring systems at locations, as required.
Objective No 4: To promote best practices in relation to litter prevention and
control.
Actions:
Galway County Council will:
promote best practices in relation to litter prevention measures by Council staff,
including on all jobs undertaken by the Council and its contractors.
continue to log, track and fully investigate all litter related complaints received and
respond to them in a timely manner.
require owners of premises to ensure that areas outside their premises are kept free of
litter.
support local community groups in organising clean ups in their areas.
encourage and support local associations and committees in establishing a civic spirit
towards cleanliness of their local areas e.g. Annual Spring Clean campaign/Tidy
Towns.
prepare and integrate Litter Initiatives into the Environment Section’s Annual Service
Plan which will prioritise key actions to be undertaken during each year.
prepare, based on the current Litter Management Plan, a list of specific anti-litter
actions to be undertaken during that year.
identify and quantify annual litter performance indicators. (see Appendix 3)
assess the cost of undertaking these tasks and allocate sufficient resources in the
annual Budget.
review progress and performance on these actions at year end.
maximise the effectiveness of Council street cleaning operations.
Page 13 of 22Objective No 5: To promote the use of recycling infrastructure.
Actions:
Galway County Council will:
review the management of the bring bank network to encourage greater participation
from local communities.
review the operation and management of the Council’s Civic Amenity Sites
prevent the large scale fly-tipping of white goods and electrical equipment through the
expansion of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) collections.
6. Conclusion
The Litter Management Plan 2015-2018 aims to improve on the standards of litter
management and cleanliness already attained.
The Plan sets out the core objectives of the Council over a three-year period and sets out the
actions to be undertaken by the Council in promoting a clean environment and raising public
awareness. It highlights the critical role to be played by the various sectors in the community
and it emphasises that individuals have a personal responsibility to prevent litter.
Galway County Council gratefully acknowledges the efforts of all concerned in striving to
achieve the aims of this Plan.
We look forward to encouraging a change in attitude and behaviour towards litter.
Page 14 of 22Appendix 1 - National Litter Pollution Monitoring Survey
The National Litter Pollution Monitoring System (NLPMS)
The purpose of the NLPMS is to assess the extent and composition of Litter Pollution. It is a
decision making tool, giving to Local Authorities a picture of litter pollution in their
functional area, allowing them to adapt anti-litter measures to the problems and allowing
them to evaluate the effectiveness of these measures.
Litter Pollution Surveys are carried out to identify the severity and causes of litter pollution
within each Local Authority’s functional area. The Litter Monitoring Body tracks changes in
pollution levels in order to measure improvement in the severity of litter pollution.
Litter Quantification Surveys are carried out to determine the litter composition on different
kinds of areas (town centres, suburban areas, national roads, non-national roads, and
beaches). These surveys consist in counting all the litter items on a 50-metre length of
footpath.
The Litter Pollution Surveys and Litter Quantification Surveys will continue to be carried out
every year to assess the effectiveness of the measures implemented to tackle litter pollution
and to highlight new issues as they arise.
Figure 1.1 gives an overview of the composition of Litter Pollution in the functional area of
Galway County Council for 2013.
Figure 1.1 Composition of Litter Pollution in County Galway
Page 15 of 22Figure 1.2 provides the Litter Pollution Survey results submitted by Galway County Council,
ranked in order of significance in relation to litter category (2013).
Significance Category Count
1 Food Related Litter 1327
2 Paper Litter 1852
3 Cigarette Related Litter 1032
4 Packaging Litter 890
5 Sweet Related Litter 246
6 Deleterious Large Items 101
7 Large Litter Items 43
8 Miscellaneous Litter Items 32
9 Plastic Litter (non-packaging) 1
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Figure 1.2 Litter Categories Ranked in Order of Significance
Figure 1.3 gives an overview of the composition of Litter Pollution in the functional area of
Ballinasloe Town Council for 2013.
Category Count
Figure 1.3 Composition of Litter Pollution in Ballinasloe Town
Page 16 of 22Appendix 2 - Performance Indicators
Table 2.1
National Litter Pollution Monitoring Survey 2013 Target for
31/12/2015
Percentage of areas in the Local Authority that 11% 15%
are unpolluted (i.e. litter-free)
Percentage of areas in the Local Authority that 52% 55%
are slightly polluted with litter
Percentage of areas in the Local Authority that 23% 20%
are moderately polluted with litter
Percentage of areas in the Local Authority that 10% 8%
are significantly polluted with litter
Percentage of areas in the Local Authority that 4% 2%
are grossly polluted with litter
Table 2.2
Galway County Council Local Litter 2011 2014 Annual Indicator
Performance Indicators Review
Number of Probation Service clean up areas 2 2 No. of areas
in County Galway covered
Number of Community Employment 6 6 No. of areas
Schemes/Rural Social Schemes clean up covered
areas in County
Number of Educational Institutions in 228 230 No. of participating
Environmental Programme institutions
% of Litter Fines issued as a result of CCTV 34% 43% % change
Number of volunteer groups in National 86 110 No. of groups
Spring Clean Up campaign
No. of litter/waste complaints received 667 935 No. of complaints
received
No. of litter/waste complaints resolved 637 1107 % of complaints
resolved
Page 17 of 22Appendix 3 – Recycling Centres in County Galway
______________________________________________________________________________________
TUAM RECYCLING CENTRE
Location: Athenry Road, Tuam
Opening hours: Monday -Thursday 8.30 a.m. - 4.15 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 8.30 a.m. – 3.45 p.m. (Closed bank holidays)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
CLIFDEN RECYCLING CENTRE
Location: Galway Road, Clifden
Opening hours: Monday and Saturday 8.30a.m. - 4.30p.m. (Closed bank holidays)
____________________________________________________________________________
BALLINASLOE RECYCLING CENTRE
Location: Pollboy, Ballinasloe
Opening hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 8.30a.m. – 4.30p.m. (Closed bank holidays)
______________________________________________________________________________________________
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS FOR EACH RECYCLING CENTRE ARE INDICATED IN THE TABLE
ITEM TUAM CLIFDEN BALLINASLOE
1. Green, clear, and brown glass i.e. bottles and jars √ √ √
2. Beverage cans √ √ √
3. Flat Glass i.e. window glass, windscreens and mirrors. √ √ √
4. Electrical and Electronic Equipment - all Waste Electrical √ √ √
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) such as fridges, freezers,
fridge/freezers, electric cookers, microwaves, televisions, computers,
DVD players, radios, electric heaters, vacuum cleaners, toasters, grills,
etc.
5. Battery operated items – all battery operated items such as √ √ √
children’s toys, remotes, torches, cameras, games, etc.
6. Batteries – car batteries, electric fence batteries, household √ √ √
batteries, mobile phone batteries, button batteries, rechargeable
batteries, etc.
7. Light Bulbs – long life CFL, Fluorescent tubes and LED only √ √ √
8. Waste engine oil, oil filters and cooking oil √ √ √
9. Household Hazardous Waste which is fully labelled and √ √ √
readily identifiable only will be accepted including paint, paint cans,
brushes, rollers, paint thinners, pesticides, herbicides, aerosols,
cosmetics and old medicine etc.
10. Mobile phones √ √ √
11. Toner Cartridges – including inkjet, laser and fax cartridges. √ √ √
12. Textiles - all clothes, paired shoes, towels, sheets, blankets, √ √ √
curtains, handbags and belts in good condition.
13. Metal – all scrap metal objects √ √ √
14. Plastic items – household plastic items including plastic bottles, √ X X
plastic milk containers, yogurt pots, food trays, plastic bags, wrapping
etc
15.Cardboard, newspapers, magazines and books √ X X
(Baled or tied)
16. Polystyrene √ √ √
17. Treated and Untreated Timber √ X √
18. Mattresses X X √
Page 18 of 22IMPORTANT NOTICE
1. All of our Recycling Centres are currently operated by Barna Recycling, Carrowbrowne, Headford
Road, Galway.
2. Opening times, charges and services are subject to change at any time.
3. The services provided at recycling centres are for the domestic sector only.
5. Household hazardous waste that is not fully labelled or readily identifiable will not be accepted.
5. Textiles must be in good condition.
6. Window frames or doors are not accepted with flat glass.
7. Members of the public must comply with staff instructions.
8. Further details can be got from Barna Recycling at 091 -771619, www.barnarecycling.com or from
the Environment Section, Galway County Council at 091 509510, or environment@galwaycoco.ie
Page 19 of 22Appendix 4 – List of Bring Bank Sites in County Galway
Location Site
Abbey Community Centre
Abbeyknockmoy O'Donoghue’s pub
Ahascragh Community Centre
An Ceathrú Rua Ostán an Dóilín
An Mám Ionad Pobail
An Spidéal Sean Chéibh
Ardrahan Quinn’s Hardware
Athenry Car park beside Kenny Park
Aughrim Aughrim village
Ballinasloe Public car park near Municipal offices
Ballinasloe Library car park (Fairgreen)
Ballinasloe Tesco car park
Ballyconneely Community Centre
Ballygar National school car park
Ballymacward Church car park
Ballymoe Ballymoe village
Caltra Caltra village
Camus Church car park
Cappataggle Cappataggle village
Carna Church car park
Cashel Community Centre
Castleblakeney Castleblakeney village
Cill Chiaráin Siopa McDonnacha
Claddaghduff Sweeney's shop
Clarinbridge Garden Centre car park
Clonboo Regan’s pub
Clonbur Cnocbreac road
Clonfert Clonfert village
Cor na Móna Ionad Pobail
Craughwell Topaz service station
Creggs Gannon’s pub
Cregmore Cregmore Football Club
Dunmore Supervalu car park
Eyrecourt Larkin’s filling station
Garrafrauns National School
Glenamaddy Church car park
Glinsk Across from Dowd’s
Gort Supervalu
Headford Joyce’s car park
Indreabhán An Poitín Stil
Indreabhán Trá Mhór
Inis Meáin Gar don Scoil Náisiúnta
Inishbofin Island Old Pier
Inis Mór Cill Mhuirbhigh
Inis Mór Cill Éinne
Inis Mór Cill Ronáin
Inis Mór Ionad Athchúrsála
Inis Oirr Comhar Chaomhan
Kilconly Community Centre
Page 20 of 22Kilconnell Across from Post Office
Kilkerrin Community Centre
Killary Adventure Centre
Kilnadeema, Loughrea near National school
Kilreekill Church car park
Kiltormer National school
Kinvara Ballyvaughan road
Kylemore Walsh’s Service Station
Laurencetown Community Centre
Leenane Car park, Westport road
Leitir Mealáin Across road from Church
Leitir Mór Church car park
Letterfrack College car park
Loughrea Public car park near Mart
Maree Community Centre
Menlough Community Centre
Milltown Car park
Monivea Rugby Club Grounds
Mountbellew Galway road
Maigh Cuilinn Bother An Spidéil
Moylough Behind Clancy’s Top Shop
New Inn Convent car park
Newbridge Church car park
Oranmore Oran Town Centre
Oranmore Public car park
Oughterard Health Centre car park
Portumna Barrack road, Castle avenue
Renvyle Lafferty's Caravan Park, Lettergesh
Renvyle Eagles Nest opposite School
Ros A Mhíl Community Centre
Rosmuc Coláiste an Phiarsaigh
Roundstone Church car park
Tuam Weir Road
Tuam Palace Grounds car park
Tubber Finnerty’s pub
Tully Behind Renvyle Inn
Turloughmore Flynns of Lackagh
Tynagh G.A.A. pitch
Williamstown beside National school
Woodford Woodford village
* Sites are subject to change
Page 21 of 22Appendix 5 - Contact Information
Postal Address: (For Correspondence)
Environment Section
Galway County Council
Áras an Chontae
Prospect Hill
Galway
Phone: 091 509510
Fax: 091 769590
Email: environment@galwaycoco.ie
Web: www.galway.ie
Office Address: (For Personal Callers)
Environment Section
Galway County Council
Centrepoint
Liosbaun Industrial Estate
Tuam Road
Galway
Phone: 091 509510
Fax: 091 769590
Email: environment@galwaycoco.ie
Web: www.galway.ie
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