Public Meeting On Newly Submitted Cloister Building Plans

Earlier this month, Alan Morrissey chatted with Ana Colomer about a petition to retain plans for an arts and cultural space at the redeveloped Cloister building in Ennis.    Ana told us about the petition and the growing campaign calling for the protection of arts and community space within the planned redevelopment of The Cloister in Ennis.     Supporters of the petition argue that the original vision for the historic building, funded through the €7 million THRIVE programme, included artist studios, exhibition areas, educational facilities and community uses.     They say revised plans place a greater emphasis on tourism and retail functions and are urging Clare County Council to ensure the project remains true to its original community-centred cultural purpose.     A public meeting regarding the future of the Cloister Building redevelopment proposal is due to take place tomorrow evening (Thursday, 18th June, McGuire Suite, Old Ground Hotel, Ennis, 7:30pm).    Alan Morrissey was joined once again by Ana Colomer, as well as Kaye Maahs, who are both coordinating the campaign to retain plans for an arts and cultural space at the redeveloped Cloister.  Photo (c) Clare FM