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The local authority says winning entries will have their chosen names displayed on the gritters and that they will receive a certificate of achievement
Students from primary schools across Clare are being encouraged to submit creative names for seven gritters that maintain road safety during icy conditions.
Clare County Council, which operates the gritters year-round, says the competition is a great chance to help name seven of its hardworking gritters that keep roads safe during icy weather, such as that during the recent cold snap.
The local authority says winning entries will have their chosen names displayed on the gritters and that they will receive a certificate of achievement.
The winners will also enjoy a photo opportunity with the named vehicle.
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The competition is open to all primary schools in Clare, with a maximum of seven entries per school.
The deadline for submissions is Friday, January 24, 2025 - click here for more details and to enter.
Ideas to Inspire
• Local Names: Gritty Casey, The Grits of Moher
• Fun Inspired: Gritty Gritty Bang Bang; Elsa
• Punny Names: Spready Mercury, Luke Snowalker
What You Could Win
• The winning names will be displayed on the gritter truck.
• A photo opportunity with the gritter they have named.
• A certificate of achievement from Clare County Council.
• The winning schools will be announced on local media and social media.
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