Unanimous approval has been voiced by councillors in Kenmare for plans on the former St Clare’s Convent, which they say will transform the town. A family resource centre, civic offices, municipal council meeting room, and a car park with 125 spaces are to be provided under the plans. Following approaches by the local council, it was sold at cost without ever going on the open market. Councillors at the meeting of Kenmare Municipal District voted unanimously to approve plans for what they said was a much-needed car park for Kenmare, as well as a family resource centre. 'Beautiful plan' would benefit planned townChair of the Kenmare municipal district Cllr Norma Moriarty (FF) said the "beautiful plan" would benefit what was already a planned town.

Source: Irish Examiner February 01, 2026 19:08 UTC