Cathal Lawlor, chairperson of the Galway Commuters Coalition, joined Jason on The Breakfast Show to discuss the group's latest campaign opposing a proposed drive-through in Terryland, as well as broader public transport initiatives aimed at resolving Galway’s traffic congestion.
The Galway Commuters Coalition has launched a petition against plans for a new Starbucks drive-through at the Galway Shopping Centre on Headford Road, located beside the existing Supermacs drive-through. With almost 800 signatures gathered in just two days, the petition highlights growing local concern over increased car dependency and congestion at one of the city's busiest junctions. Cathal emphasised that the development directly contradicts the Galway City Development Plan, which prioritises dense, sustainable urban design, improved pedestrian permeability, and active travel over car-centric infrastructure.
As well as a call for peition signatures, Cathal invited all residents of Galway to the Galway Commuters Coalition AGM to discuss ongoing proposals, campaign updates, and committee elections. Everyone who leaves their house regularly is a commuter, and the Galway Commuters Coalition want to make sure that that shared experience is better for all of us. They also have some REALLY cool stickers - snatch those up quick, otherwise Jason's buying the whole run.
- Date & Time: Wednesday, 9th September at 7:30 PM
- Location: Murray's Coffee House, Salthill, H91 AT1F
- Details: Open to all members of the public
Get Involved and Learn More
- Website & AGM Details: galwaycommuters.ie/agm
- Petition & Information: https://my.uplift.ie/petitions/object-to-another-starbucks-in-galway
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/galwaycommuters
Listen to the full interview below.
