Clare County Council Comhairle Contae an Chláir | |
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Type | |
Type | |
Leadership | |
Alan O'Callaghan, FF | |
Structure | |
Seats | 28 |
Political groups |
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Elections | |
Last election | 7 June 2024 |
Motto | |
Dílis d'ar nOidreacht (Irish) "True to our Heritage" | |
Meeting place | |
Áras Contae an Chláir, Ennis | |
Website | |
Official website |
Clare County Council (Irish: Comhairle Contae an Chláir) is the local authority of County Clare, Ireland. As a county council, it is governed by the Local Government Act 2001. The council is responsible for housing and community, roads and transportation, urban planning and development, amenity and culture, and environment. The council has 28 elected members who are elected for a five-year term. The head of the council has the title of Cathaoirleach (chairperson). The county administration is headed by a chief executive, Pat Dowling. The county town is Ennis.