There is controversy in Shannon over the decision by the Minister for the Environment to change control of the town to Clare County Council. Shannon Town commissioners are opposed to the move and want their own urban district council. Clare County Council says it hasn't the finances to support taking over Shannon.

Report shows Shannon Town Centre.

Interview with Kathleen Ryan.

Interview with Patricia MacCarthy, Shannon Town Commissioners.

Housing estate. Clare County Council offices.

Interview with Tony Killeen, Chairman of Clare County Council.

The reporter is Michael Lally.

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