Mr. Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW) today, 6th July 2026, announced the official transfer of lands at Glasson Garda Station to Westmeath County Council to facilitate the provision of a new public car park and bus stop for the village of Glasson.

Speaking at the handover today, the Minister said,“I’m pleased to be here in Glasson today, to hand over this land adjacent to the Garda Station for community use. This transfer will allow the council to provide a much needed public car park that will create a safe environment for the local community and pedestrians to access the town services.”

Cllr Liam McDaniel, Mayor of the Municipal District of Athlone-Moate, said:“I warmly welcome the transfer of these lands at Glasson Garda Station to Westmeath County Council. This is a very positive development for Glasson and the wider community. The new public car park will improve safety, accessibility and connectivity within the village. I wish to thank the OPW, Minister Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran and An Garda Síochána for their partnership and support in making this project possible. The outcome will be of lasting benefit to residents, businesses, and visitors to Glasson.”

For further information or if you wish to interview Minister Moran please contact Barry Nangle, OPW Press Officer, at 087 147 0617 [email protected]

Photography from the launch will be syndicated to media after the event or available from Ray Ryan Photography (mailto:[email protected]).

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