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
Could you be Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur?
Your Local Enterprise Office is looking for Ireland’s best young entrepreneurs. If you are aged between 18 and 30 and either have a business idea or have started a business, why not enter this competition for a chance… Read More
Business Consultation – 6 Year Local Economic & Community Plan
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is in the process of developing a six year Local Economic & Community Plan. This plan will identify goals, objectives and actions to promote and support the economic and community development of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown… Read More
DLR COUNCIL GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINE APPROACHING
The deadline of the Council’s second round of grants for 2015 is this Friday (5th June) before 4pm. The funding is divided into four categories; * Arts… Read More
Last Updated: July 8, 2015 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor
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