The Mayor of Ennis has welcomed the announcement that formal approval has been given to Clare County Council to proceed with appointing a project design team for the proposed new County Library building in Ennis.

The Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government’s granting of approval this week received the unanimous support of elected members at the November monthly meeting of Ennis Town Council.

Speaking after the meeting, Mayor Tommy Brennan said that the approval would enable the proposed project to be advanced to the next stage.

"The proposed development will pave the way for the provision of state of the art library facilities for the people of Ennis and County Clare. It would also serve to underline Clare County Library's outstanding record in providing a comprehensive and modern library service. I now look forward to the results of the project design team’s work," stated Mayor Brennan.

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Announcing the Department's approval at this week's meeting of Ennis Town Council, Mr Tom Coughlan, Ennis Town Manager said: "The project is at a very preliminary stage and will be the subject of extensive public consultation and consideration by elected members prior to any final decisions being made."

Commenting on the proposed development, Mr Coughlan explained: "At this stage, a number of ideas for the project have been put forward, which incorporate artistic and community facilities. The primary objective of the proposed development is to provide modern library facilities for the greater Ennis area.

"However, all other proposals will be considered in the context of the overall design, of existing facilities in the town, and of the financial implications for construction and operation."

(JM)