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STUDENTS at Ennis CBS have helped make Clare’s waterways safer by donating €1,155 to Clare Civil Defence.
The money was raised at a recent ‘No Uniform Day’ held at the prima- ry school, as part of its membership of the nationwide Green Schools pro- gramme, an international environ- mental education programme that promotes and acknowledges long- term, whole-school action for the environment.
The donation came as Clare Civil Defence confirmed that it was invest- ing in two new watercraft to assist it
in search, rescue and recovery opera- tions on waterways throughout the county.
“Everyone at Ennis CBS feels that Clare Civil Defence is worthy of re- ceiving the funds raised as it contin- ues to provide an invaluable service to all members of the community,’ explained Noreen Skerritt, Green Flag Programme Co-ordinator and teacher at Ennis CBS.
She pointed out that most people were unaware that Clare Civil De- fence was a volunteer-based organi- sation and that all members gave freely of their time to acquire skills that were vital to the local commu- nity in times of need.
Ms Skerritt continued, “Acquiring these skills involves many hours of training, which is why it is essential that these volunteers are provided with the necessary equipment. We are delighted, therefore, that the service has decided to invest the do- nated funds in two new kayaks.”
“The staff and students of Ennis CBS have every confidence that this investment will make an excellent organisation even better by enabling civil defence volunteers to respond to emergency situations more quickly and efficiently,’ she stated.
Liam Griffin, Clare Civil Defence Officer, said that the members of Clare Civil Defence were delighted
with the support they had received from Ennis CBS.
He added, “With that financial Support our organisation will now be in a better position to assist with other emergency services in various search/rescue and _ search/recovery Operations on the many waterways that exist throughout County Clare. We would also like to thank Ennis CBS for recognising the work our volunteer members perform within our local community.”
Students and staff of Ennis CBS this week presented a cheque for €1,155 to Liam Griffin at the Clare Civil Defence Headquarters, Quin Road, Ennis.