Shannon Heritage Workers Won't Breathe Easily Until The Dotted Line Is Signed

Shannon Heritage workers say they won't be able to breathe easy until the dotted line is signed on a proposed government funding package aimed at facilitating the takeover of Clare assets by the local authority. The Council is expected to approve a €6m deal facilitating the transfer of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Knappogue Castle & Craggaunowen, which comes with a commitment of further funding by the OPW over the next three years. Discussions between Clare County Council, Shannon Airport Group & The Department Of Transport will continue over the coming days, with Councillors due to make a decision on whether to accept the deal following a meeting on Monday. Spokesperson for Shannon Heritage staff, Dolores Marren is giving a cautious welcome to the development.