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Strategic Consolidation: Limerick and Clare Farmers' Association Champions Amalgamation of Poor Law Unions | Limerick Archives

Strategic Consolidation: Limerick and Clare Farmers’ Association Champions Amalgamation of Poor Law Unions

In a groundbreaking move aimed at streamlining and enhancing the efficiency of social welfare services, the Limerick and Clare Farmers’ Association convened this Saturday, with Mr D.S. O’Connell at the helm. The assembly reached a unanimous decision that could significantly reshape the administrative landscape of County Limerick.

After a thorough presentation by Mr Hussey Burgh on the pressing issue, the association advocated for a substantial reorganization of the region’s Poor Law Unions. Their proposal suggests reducing the current five unions within County Limerick to three, a strategic measure aimed at optimizing resource allocation and service delivery to the needy.

The association is set to present their recommendations to the Limerick County Council, seeking approval and action to implement this vital administrative consolidation. Mr O’Connell highlighted a specific example to illustrate the potential impact of this proposal: by amalgamating the Croom, Rathkeale, and Newcastle West Poor Law Unions, the resulting entity would be comparable in size to the Kilfinane Poor Law Union, suggesting a more manageable and efficient framework for supporting the county’s impoverished residents.

This initiative by the Limerick and Clare Farmers’ Association reflects a significant step towards administrative modernization and social welfare reform. It embodies a forward-thinking approach to governance and public service in County Limerick, aiming to create a more cohesive and effective system for aiding those in need.

The proposal, now in the hands of the Limerick County Council, has the potential to transform the social welfare landscape of the region, promising a future where support services are more accessible, efficient, and tailored to the community’s needs.

Dublin Daily Express – Monday 17 April 1916

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