MIKE DENVER

Drama classes will aid our creative talent NEED TO TAKE THE HIGH ROAD AND INVEST BIG

Many schools are known for sport, particularly GAA and rugby, but there are few enough options for students who are neither academic nor sporty.

Introducing arts-related subjects will make schools more welcoming and less intimidating. Look at the amazing drama shows we have in Ireland such as Love/hate, Taken Down, Fair City and Blood, as well as actors Saoirse Ronan, Brenda Fricker and Aidan Gillen, we are such a talented country.

Now drama on the Leaving Cert curriculum could create more employment in the long term as well boosting confidence in school.

THE proposed new Galway city ring road needs to happen – and sooner rather than later. Those in charge need to take action to help the city because it is a bloody nightmare in and to get out off. It’s a complete bottleneck. It is not just about new roads, there better should be public transport for those going to school, work and people wanting to go shopping. We also need more frequent and consistent parkand-ride services. It needs action to allow the city to thrive the powers and if that be want people to be more environmentally friendly, they have to produce real options.

MOVIE STAR Oscar-nominated Saoirse Ronan at this year’s Oscars

Picking a name is the last thing Liz and I have to tick off the list before our big arrival next month. Liz always has a new idea so nothing has been confirmed just yet as she wants to wait until the baby is in her arms until we make the final choice. Some people tend to panic over baby names but what’s the point, I’ve yet to meet an adult without a name. I know Liz will pick something beautiful for our baby and once she is happy then so am I.