Long overdue NRH upgrade will hugely benefit service users
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’ Connor, having recently met with the design team of the National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH) in Dun Laoghaire, has today (Wednesday), reiterated her strong support for a prompt upgrade and urges… Read More
Leaving Certificate students reminded to consider all of their options
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD and former teacher, Mary Mitchell O’ Connor, today (Wednesday) called on Leaving Certificate students getting results today to remember that they have plenty of options. “Today is an exciting day and hopefully a… Read More
Over €300,000 for local authority housing adaptations in Dun Laoghaire
Tenants with disabilities to benefit Fine Gael TD for Dun Laoghaire, Mary Mitchell O’Connor has, today (Thursday) welcomed the allocation of €323,532 by Minister of State at the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government, Paudie Coffey TD,… Read More
Mitchell O’Connor urges interested parties to make submission to prevent closure of Dun Laoghaire courthouse
Friday, June 13th 2014 Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Friday) urged interested parties to make submissions to the Courts Service to help prevent the closure of the town’s courthouse. Deputy Mitchell O’Connor added… Read More
Let’s not blame grandparents for our childhood obesity problem
Parents must take primary responsibility for children’s diets Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD and member of the Oireachtas Health Committee, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Monday) said we can’t blame grandparents for our rising childhood problem. Deputy Mitchell… Read More
The Variety of Teaching Methods Being Employed for Children with Autism
Yesterday the Irish Times printed an I wish essay a little nine year old girl called Rachel from Meath wrote about her brother Matthew. She said “I wish, I wish, I wish my brother could be ‘healed of… Read More
Tackling blindness early will help prevent needless suffering
75-80% of blindness is preventable Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has highlighted the need for increased early detection and intervention of blindness and eye diseases in Ireland. Deputy Mitchell O’Connor made her comments as she… Read More
‘Write a Book’ competition illustrates a love of writing among children
Blackrock Education Centre award ceremony for primary school children Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’ Connor, has today (Monday) congratulated local primary school children on their creative and enthusiastic response to the ‘Write a Book’ competition…. Read More
Coliemore Harbour development will further enhance attractiveness of local area
Fine Gael Dun Laoghaire TD, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Friday) welcomed the progress being made in plans to develop Coliemore Harbour. A draft management plan has been produced and it’s hoped that works will be completed by… Read More
Last Updated: August 19, 2014 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Renewing Motor Tax in Post Office would save money and make life easier
Fine Gael TD for Dun Laoghaire, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has today (Tuesday), supported the Irish Postmasters’ Union (IPU) in their call to make motor tax renewal available at Post Offices. “Post Offices provide a huge array of… Read More