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Shannon Chamber is rapturous in its praise for the leadership shown by former chamber director Brian Lohan in steering the Clare senior hurling team to victory in the All-Ireland final at Croke Park yesterday.

Praising Lohan’s ability to take the team to the summit of the senior hurling calendar, President Eoin Gavin described the result as “simply amazing”.

“Brian’s understated presence is a force to be reckoned with. He is a real team leader, has earned the respect of all his players, who, as stated by captain Tony Kelly, would do anything for him. That’s the trait of a truly inspirational leader. The team pushed themselves to their absolute limits to bring the Liam MacCarthy Cup back to Co. Clare and we in Shannon Chamber, the board, executive and our 350+ member companies are so proud of their great achievement.

“It was an inspirational demonstration of pure determination to succeed and to battle through to the final whistle. It was a stand-out game. What a great team Cork were as opponents, but we are glad to be welcoming the champions back to Clare.”

Encouraging member company employees to make their way to Ennis for the homecoming ceremony being hosted by Clare County Council tonight from 6pm at the Active Ennis Tim Smythe Park (Monday, 22 July), Mr Gavin urged those travelling to Ennis to take note of the travel restrictions and road closures that will be in place to accommodate the large numbers expected to descend on Ennis.

“It will be a memorable evening. We look forward to congratulating Brian and the team in person this evening on behalf of all our members and who knows, we might even persuade him, as a former director of Shannon Chamber, to bring the Liam MacCarthy Cup to a Chamber event in the near future,” added Gavin.

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Public parking arrangements / traffic restrictions

As noted on Clare County Council’s website: www.clarecoco.ie/your-council/[news]/homecoming-celebration-for-victorious-clare-hurling-team.html

The following road closures will be in place from 6.00pm to 11.00pm on Monday, 22nd July:

– Newbridge Road and Steele’s Terrace from Club Bridge to Kelly’s Corner Roundabout

– New Road

– Dr Daly Road

– Lifford Rd – one lane open in direction from Kelly’s Corner to Tulla Road

– Parking for people with disabilities and their carers (with a valid disabled person’s pass) will be available at the Courthouse car park and the car park at Áras Contae an Chláir

– Access to the car park at Áras Contae an Chláir, the Courthouse car park and the car park at St Joseph’s Hospital will NOT be available to the general public

– Traffic delays are expected on all approaches to the centre of Ennis, particularly from the Tulla Road direction. Members of the public approaching from this direction are advised to seek an alternative route (via junction 12 or 14 of the M18 motorway) or proceed on foot if possible.

Members of the public travelling by car to the homecoming can avail of free parking at various other locations throughout the town, including: Abbey St Car Park; Bindon St Car Park; Cornmarket Car Park; Cloughleigh Car Park; Friars Walk Car Park; Friary Car Park; Glór Car Park; Lower Market St Car Park; Market Place Car Park; Parnell St Car Park; Waterpark House; and Woodquay Car Park.

Paid public parking: Dunnes Stores multi-storey, Tesco, the Market multi-storey (patrons should check with operators regarding closing times).

Other available 24-hour parking: Cois na hAbhna; Lidl; Gaelscoil; Aldi; Gort Road Business Park; Coláiste Mhuire; old Ennis National School; Curley’s Furniture (West Point Retail Park); Westgate Business Park, Kilrush Road; and Holy Family School.

The event will be an alcohol-free event. A number of licensed local traders will operate at the event providing both hot and cold food and non-alcoholic drinks. Local businesses in the area will also remain open that evening to facilitate those attending the event.

On-site spectator arrangements:

There will be a stage and additional big screens in place to ensure that people attending will get to enjoy the entertainment, which includes live performances and other entertainment, both before and after the Clare team’s arrival. Additional lighting, First Aid, and sanitary facilities will also be in place for the event.

Photographs and video will be taken at the event, which may be used in Council publicity, promotional reports, our website and on social media. See www.clarecoco.ie for details of our photography policy and privacy notice.

Members of the public attending the event are requested to comply with instructions or guidance provided by stewards and members of An Garda Síochána.