# HSE’s Helipad Deal & Shantalla Park | Galway News

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Podcast: [Galway News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/galway-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598688)
Published: 2026-07-03T09:49:03+00:00
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## Resource

HSE finally moves to secure a permanent helipad for University Hospital Galway by buying four acres from Galway City Council for nearly €700K — plus over €1.1M to build a new Shantalla park. After a decade of delays and broken promises, this deal also includes better transport links, active travel routes, and pedestrian access — all aimed at solving a critical, high-demand air ambulance hub that’s often unusable due to location and wind. Council approval is needed by July 13 after public consultation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/71ed0e54e8cc7258

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