Grants totalling €46,020 approved for ‘Ireland 2016’ projects & events in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown
At the meeting of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 6th of July 2015, the Council awarded a total of €46,020 to successful applicants under the DLR Ireland 2016 Grant Scheme, funding 18 different commemorative projects and events… Read More
New cross-party group seeks greater efforts to counter childhood obesity and food poverty
A new cross party Oireachtas group set up to seek a more effective policy response to the twin problems of childhood obesity and food poverty was launched in Dublin today. The Oireachtas Children’s Future Health Group, chaired by… Read More
Over 600 extra SNA posts to ensure children with care needs have access to support
Fine Gael TD for Dun Laoghaire Mary Mitchell O’Connor has welcomed the announcement today (Tuesday, 7th July) of 610 additional SNA posts nationwide from September 2015. This additional allocation reflects Government’s commitment to ensure that every child with… Read More
Additional €204,130 in Grant Aid approved in Round 2 of dlr Grant Scheme 2015
I am delighted to confirm that at the County Council meeting held on Monday 6 July, Elected Members approved the payment of an additional 80 separate grants totalling €204,130 in accordance with the Council’s Grant Scheme. This latest… Read More
Minister Donohoe and NTA Announce Free travel in July on Child Leap Cards
I am delighted to say that on Wednesday the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe TD, joined the National Transport Authority (NTA) to announce a fortnight of free travel, from July 6th – 19th inclusive, for… Read More
Leaders Questions broadcast through sign language for the first time
Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire, Mary Mitchell O’Connor said today (Wednesday) that the broadcast of Leaders Questions in the Dáil through sign language is a very progressive step. “This is an important development for the Deaf community… Read More
€69,000 for Dún Laoghaire Healthcare Organisations
“Three of the organisations are set to receive €69,000 for healthcare-related and social care services under the latest round of National Lottery Grants from the Department of Health. This once-off funding will make a significant difference in the provision… Read More
Variation of Local Property Tax
The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that elected members of a local authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area… Read More
Designated Bathing Areas for 2016
Tens of thousands of people have been enjoying a dip at Ireland’s pristine lakes, rivers and beaches during the recent sunny weather. What most swimmers don’t know is that City and County Councils must designate official bathing areas… Read More
Last Updated: July 17, 2015 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
Dun Laoghaire, Sallynoggin and Loughlinstown Dublin Bus Review
On Tuesday evening I raised to the Minister in the Dail the concerning matter of the Dun Laoghaire, Sallynoggin and Loughlinstown Dublin Bus Review. I will continue to work on this matter and ensure the public are informed… Read More