Futureproofing measures are being sought to ensure no part of Clare finds itself without internet unexpectedly. Over 3,000 homes and businesses in West Clare found themselves without internet on Thursday following accidental damage to telecommunications infrastructure caused by a road traffic accident in Kilrush. In a statement to Clare FM, telecommunications service provider eir says "repair teams were deployed immediately" and "full service was successfully restored before lunchtime" on Friday. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney believes companies should have a contingency plan for such events.