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16th September 2019

CHILDREN SUFFERING DUE TO HOUSING POLICIES Local T.D. Seán Crowe, has said that the Minister for Housing is not up to the task of solving the housing and homelessness crisis in Ireland. The TD said that it was children and their families who were suffering because of his inaction. Deputy Seán Crowe said: “The latest figures from the Department of Housing show a dramatic increase in the number of

children in emergency accommodation. In July there were 3,778 children in Department of Education funded emergency accommodation up 133 on the June figures.

“There was also an increase in the number of families with 1,721 recorded in July up 35 on the previous month. Meanwhile the total number of adults remained static at 6,497. “1,265 families

in Dublin, representing almost 2,800 children, are currently trapped in homelessness and its innocent children and their families who are suffering because of his inaction and inability to tackle the crisis.

“We know that once again the number of children in emergency accommodation across the state has risen since the last set of figures were released, but there is no sense

of urgency and no new approach coming from the Minister and his government. “The Minister and his government are clearly not up to the task of solving the housing and homelessness crisis. Their devotion to the private market is short-sighted and only leading to a greater problem with spiralling rents and a subsequent lower standard of living for families across the state. “Their rebuilding Ireland plan is not delivering. We need a different approach that will deliver more housing, deal with the chronic shortage of affordable and social housing, create security of tenure, and prioritise and end the housing and homeless crisis.” Crowe continued: Vulnerable children caught up in Direct Provision are also suffering under this government. 659 children have spent over two years in so called temporary

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PLAYSPACE AT WATERSTOWN PARK PALMERSTOWN OFFICIALLY OPENS

On the 4th of September the Mayor of South Dublin County Council (SDCC), Councillor Vicky Casserly officially opened the Playspace at Waterstown Park. The project was funded by SDCC through

the “300K have your say” Public Participatory Budget where projects were chosen and voted on by the communities of Lucan and Palmerstown. Speaking at the event Mayor Cllr Vicky Casserly said, “The new

playground incorporates natural play, which has been proven to have benefits for children in terms of increasing well-being, developing imagination and allowing children to assess

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In addition, the playground was designed and audited to ensure access is possible for children of all

types of abilities and an accessible picnic table has been installed on request following the audit.”

The Mayor paid tribute to the local community for

their support of the popular playground and the work of the Council staff in facilitating the consultation with the local communities, managing the project and maintaining the playspace.

CHILDREN SUFFERING DUE TO HOUSING POLICIES .... CONT’D FROM PAGE 1 accommodation, while 37 children have been trapped in this system for over seven years. “The fact that children are being left to grow up in these privatelyoperated quasi-detention centres is a reflection on how little they matter under this government. “The government, we are informed, are ‘disappointed’ in the levels of homeless and the latest

direct provision figures, but that will be cold comfort to these children and their families. “Children are suffering and the government are doing absolutely nothing to dispel the lack of hope and the sense of hopelessness for those caught up in homelessness or so called temporary accommodation.”

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CLIMATE CHANGE ACTION PLAN (CCAP) 2019-2024

Dublin’s climate is changing and this poses significant risks and challenges to all of those living in the region. In response to this, South Dublin County Council (SDCC) has produced the Climate Change Action Plan 2019-2024 in association with Codema (Dublin’s Energy Agency) and the Dublin Metropolitan Climate Action Regional Office (CARO). The Climate Change Action Plan, approved by the Elected Members of the Council in May, is recognised as a key enabler of on-going public sector leadership, in implementing and influencing climate action at the local level.

The Climate Change Action Plan identifies the main climate risks facing South Dublin County and includes both the Councils’ and the current levels of greenhouse gas emissions across the South Dublin County Council area. It includes four targets for the Council to reach in the coming years; A 33% improvement in the Council’s energy efficiency by 2020, A 40% reduction in the Councils’ greenhouse

gas emissions by 2030, To make Dublin a climateresilient region, by reducing the impacts of future climate change-related events and To actively engage and inform citizens on climate change

Through the Climate Change Action Plan,SDCC has put forward 130 actions that are either ongoing or planned within the Council, under five key areas - Energy and Buildings, Transport, Flood Resilience, Nature-Based Solutions and Resource Management. CCAP is aligned to the Government’s ‘Climate Action Plan 2019 To Tackle Climate Breakdown’. The leadership role of local authorities across Ireland, in tackling the climate crisis, is recognised in the National Plan, together with stimulating local level action across other sectors and by the general public. The public consultation for the Climate Change Action Plan was held through a series of events and workshops between 11 February and 25 March this year. SDCC received a total

of 73 submissions during this period.

Councillor Vicki Casserly, Mayor of SDCC, said, “I welcome the publication of the South Dublin County Council Climate Change Action Plan 20192024, which marks a significant step forward in the Council’s efforts in combating the causes and impacts of climate change. In rolling out this Plan, the Council will continue to demonstrate local leadership, across a range of action areas, with the aim of supporting other sectors in carrying out their own climate change efforts, in particular citizens, businesses and community groups across South Dublin County. I look forward to the implementation of the Plan, in collaboration with my colleagues in South Dublin County Council and the other Dublin local authorities’. Daniel McLoughlin, Chief Executive of South Dublin County Council, said, “The publication of the Council’s Climate Change Action Plan

marks a key milestone in an on-going partnership between Council staff, elected members, Codema, the Dublin Climate Action Regional Office, and a range of other stakeholders.

The Council is committed to continued climate action,

across the key areas of adaptation, mitigation and public engagement. I also wish to recognise the continued Government support in this area, through funding mechanisms such as the Climate Action Fund, which the Council has already availed of for the

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The ongoing undertaking of a range of climate actions will enable South Dublin County, to contribute to reaching national and European energy targets to 2030, 2050 and beyond.”

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FOUR DISTRICTS WOODLAND HABITAT PETITION Four Districts Woodland Habitat are a local group of residents from Rathcoole and Saggart, working to promote and help preserve the wild woodland habitat which currently links the villages of Rathcoole and Saggart. This site, by the local park, has real potential as an amenity for the communities, as a haven for wildlife and as a living example for nature education. Wild green spaces are becoming rarer in South Dublin. Spending time in nature improves our mental and physical health, and reduces stress. The Woodland provides great walking trails. The trees, wildflowers and waterways within are vital habitats and food sources. They enable birds, frogs, mammals, and insects like bees and butterflies to thrive. Trees absorb water, lessening local flooding. They release oxygen, improving our air quality. They store carbon, helping against climate change. The group has requested

representation from South Dublin County Council and a request was made for a bio diversity study to be carried out on the area, however this was declined. The petition is currently holding 1000 plus signatures and this is ever increasing. Following on from a successful public meeting which was held at the end of August, there are some key dates to note in the coming weeks.

On the 18th of September the Local Area Meeting for Clondalkin Councillors of South Dublin County Council takes place at 3pm. The group have had some support from local Councillors and T.D.’s but they do need help from the local community. And on the 25th of September at 3pm, a full South Dublin County Council meeting will be held. Help secure the Woodland for future generations and enrich your locality by volunteering your time, donating money or skill and by signing the petition. To make direct contact with the group see Four-

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Local Clondalkin LEA Cllr Emer Higgins commented “The Housing Director of the Council recently presented a proposal for 250 houses, a number of GAA pitches, a primary school and a library to be built in Rathcoole behind Coolamber and Rathcoole Park (estate). In my contribution to the discussion, I spoke about the need to ensure that adequate traffic management is delivered in Rathcoole as a matter of urgency. I also requested that a bio-diversity study of this site, which includes a woodland area, be conducted and asked for any proposals for this site to include provision of a new primary school, which I believe we need.” “The Council planners are developing an architectural proposal for the site which will be published for public consultation before

being presented to the 40 Councilors for approval or rejection, later this year. All Councils across the country are tasked with utilizing public land, already zoned for housing, to deliver housing. This is a vital part of the plan to

tackle the housing crisis. I want to make sure that the correct sites are selected and that they are developed in a sustainable way.

At peak times Rathcoole is choked with traffic and we need to make sure we tackle

those kind of issues as we build out. A 3 tonne limit on vehicles between 7am and 10am and the upgrade of existing junctions are easy measures that should be incorporated into plans for any further development of Rathcoole.”

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NO PLAN FOR ADDITIONAL SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST DESPITE 2 YEAR WAIT John Curran T.D. has expressed his disappointment at the fact

there is no provision in the HSE 2019 service plan for an additional speech and

language therapist for CHO 6, which covers the Dublin Mid-West area. Deputy

300,000 PATIENTS HAVE BEEN SUPPORTED BY DAFFODIL CENTRES TO DATE

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Curran also called for a renewed focus on filling the current vacancies in the area and said that people will continue to suffer unless efforts are stepped up. “I am deeply disappointed that there is no plan to provide an additional therapist. The service is already under severe pressure in the area given the five full-time vacancies and one part-time vacancy”, said Deputy Curran.

told that they will have to wait months, or even years, before they will be assessed for an essential service. Any delay in assessment will lead to delays in treatment and this could have a detrimental impact on outcomes.

“The HSE must step up efforts to fill these vacancies and the Minister must ensure this happens. He cannot continue to talk about a recruitment crisis, he must do something about it. “In Dublin MidWest, 843 people are waiting for a speech and language assessment while there are 531 people waiting on initial therapy services and a further 1,235 people waiting for follow up therapy. “These waiting times fly in the face of best practice. It is deeply frustrating for people to be

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“The Minister’s constant ‘fire-fighting’ approach isn’t working. He is using much needed funds for

primary care services, such as speech and language therapy, to plaster over the cracks in other HSE areas.

“We need the government to adopt a more strategic plan to address the challenges facing our health service, with a real focus on recruitment and retention. The current plan is simply not working,” concluded Deputy Curran.

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NEW PUBLIC WATER FOUNTAIN LAUNCH South Dublin County Council has launched a new public water fountain located at the Civic Plaza, Tallaght. This is the first of nine public water fountains to be installed in 2019.

Public water fountains are aimed at supporting wellbeing and healthier lifestyle choices, promoting active travel options and encouraging the use of

reusable flasks and bottles over single-use plastics.

The Public Water Fountains provision are an action of South Dublin County Council’s Climate Change Action Plan 2019 – 2024, also launched recently. The Climate Change Action Plan identifies the main climate risks facing South Dublin County and includes both the Councils’ and the

current levels of greenhouse gas emissions across the South Dublin County Council area. It includes four targets for the Council to reach in the coming years;

A 33% improvement in the Council’s energy efficiency by 2020, A 40% reduction in the Councils’ greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, To make Dublin a climateresilient region, by reducing

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Through the Climate Change Action Plan, South Dublin County Council has put forward 130 actions that are either ongoing or planned within the Council, under five key areas Energy and Buildings,

Transport, Flood Resilience, Nature-Based Solutions and Resource Management. Additional water fountains will be introduced in the coming weeks at Civic Plaza in Clondalkin, The Triangle

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SAVE CLONDALKIN CONVENT

A very well attended meeting was held recently in Áras Chrónáin to discuss the community’s concerns in relation to the plans for a nursing home at Clondalkin Convent in the village. The community in Clondalkin is opposed to this development and would really appreciate direct discussion with the Presentation Order. A number of appeals have been lodged with An Bord Pleanála by local residents and organisations in Clondalkin, objecting to the plans for the 155-bed nursing home at Clondalkin Convent in the village. A local campaign called ‘Save Clondalkin Convent’ has been set up and you can follow development on their facebook page ‘Save Clondalkin Convent Campaign’ John Curran T.D.

added “I have met with many of the groups involved in the ‘Save Clondalkin Convent’ campaign and I have assisted where I could in putting together submissions for An Bord Pleanala in an effort to appeal this decision and I have attended all their public meetings. Many of the concerns include the over development of the site, the loss of historical architecture from the Village, the loss of local heritage from Clondalkin and traffic congestion in the area which is already a bottle neck. An Bord Pleanala are due to make a decision on the case by October 21, 2019.” For more information or to get involved in the campaign contact saveclondalkinconvent@ gmail.com

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MORE THAN 1,000 CHILDREN AND FAMILIES SUPPORTED BY CDI IN 2018 2018 was a productive year at CDI during which the core programmes ATTI, Chit Chat, Doodle Den, Doodle Families, Parental Support in Early Years and Restorative Practices (RP) continued to develop and reached out to a further annual

cycle of children, parents, staff, young people, adults, schools, service providers and community organisations. The year saw the launch of Tallaght Welcomes Breastfeeding, the Parenting Engagement and Relationship Toolkit

(PEAR) and the broad expansion of Restorative Practices training. In 2018 CDI launched the How is our Neighbourhood research, developed the Quality Services, Better Outcomes Workbook and provided more training and support

Back in 2018, Journalist Siobhan O’Connor helped to launch Tallaght Welcomes Breastfeeding with her 14 week old daughter Éila. CDI led Tallaght Welcomed Breastfeeding initiaitve in 2018

on a consultancy basis. CDI CEO Marian Quinn warmly thanked CDI’s core funder Tusla for its continued support in 2018, together with all those

who participated. “It is through engagement that our work comes to life. CDI would like to sincerely thank the children, parents, staff, young people, adults, schools, service

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INCLUSION OF ROWLAGH PRIMARY CARE CENTRE IN HSE CAPITAL PLAN A WELCOME BOOST FOR LOCAL HEALTHCARE

Rowlagh Primary Care centre has been allocated funding under the HSE capital plan, a local councillor has confirmed.

Cllr Emer Higgins said the much-needed primary care centre will have a huge impact on local healthcare. She said: “It is excellent

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news that this primary care centre is included in the HSE’s three-year capital plan. The area will benefit hugely from having a topclass primary care centre. This project has been a long-time coming and it is imperative now that there are no further delays.” Cllr Higgins continued: “We have seen some trying to play politics with this issue locally and I hope this now ends. This is too

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important an issue to be scare-mongering for cheap political point scoring. “I will continue to advocate for investment in our health service here locally and on the timeline for the delivery of the Rowlagh Primary Care centre.”

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Also included in the plan is the completion of 100 beds at Peamount, which is also welcome news for the area. “High quality healthcare that is community based

Sinn Fein councillor for Clondalkin/ Rathcoole and Newcastle LEA has said he is disappointed with the outcome of the recent full council meeting which failed to deal with the Nangor rd Part 8 development after some confusion over whether it should have been deferred or voted on as proposed. Despite all the Clondalkin based councillors voicing their support for the project, debate centred around whether access for construction traffic should be located from New Nangor rd or from the Cherrywood villas side of the site. Cllr Carey proposed that the entrance for construction be accessed from New Nangor rd, however this

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AN EVENING OF BELLY ACHES AND POLITICS Clondalkin Drama Group’s newest production; a night of 2 plays that we have called An Evening of Belly Aches and Politics! They are

delighted to perform 2 short plays this September to give you a night full of laughter! The Fat Lady Sings in Little Grimley is a one act comedy

written by David Tristram to continue his Little Grimley saga and will be directed by Sinéad Breen. This play is set around

HALLOWEEN 2019 AT LUGGWOODS

Lucia the Luggwoods Friendly Witch is brewing up an amazing Potion of fun and games again this year. Jump on board the Luggwoods Express with our fairy-tale characters, who will guide you on the interactive and fun journey, to help find the ingredients for our Friendly Witches magic potion. Every Child gets to pick & decorate their own Pumpkin and have lots of Halloween fun. Lucia the Friendly Witch loves to Dance with all the Boys & Girls and she has a treat for everyone too. With its rustic old-world charm, Halloween at Luggwoods is a great way for all the family to celebrate the season together. We Love it when people of all ages dress up and Join the Luggwoods Halloween Party Atmosphere. So Book Now and enjoy the magic of Halloween in a safe family friendly natural environment. See www.luggwoods.ie for more information.

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The four must pull together to devise an ingenious military-style plan that doesn’t, well, go quite to plan. Could this finally be the end of their society? Don’t be so sure. It’s never over ... until the fat lady sings. Going Green is a tragic comedy also written by David Tristram, directed by Alan McNally. This play

focuses on John Brown, future leader of the Green Party - A man with vision. A man with charisma. But a man with a problem. Forced by a mystery illness to quit his beloved politics, John decides to give one, last blistering farewell speech at the annual conference. The party faithful rise as one to greet their hero. The press cameras crackle and flash. And John stands to deliver his final, stark message to the waiting

world. “Go green...or die.” Little could he know just how profound those words would be. It runs from 24th - 28th September at 7.30pm in Quinlan’s Black Lion, Clondalkin. Tickets are on sale in Clondalkin Village Hardware. €5 on opening night, €10 every other night. For more information, visit Clondalkin Drama Group on facebook or email clondalkindramagrp@gmail. com

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NUMBER OF CHILDREN IN EMERGENCY ACCOMMODATION GROWS

Sinn Féin housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin TD has said ‘the dramatic increase in the number of children in emergency accommodation in July is further evidence that the Governments housing strategy has failed’.

The comment comes as the Department of Housing released the official homeless figures for July. Deputy Ó Broin said: “The latest figures from the Department of Housing show a dramatic increase in the number of children in emergency

accommodation. In July there were 3,778 children in Department of Education funded emergency accommodation up 133 on the June figures.

“There was also an increase in the number of families with 1,721 recorded in July up 35 on the previous month. Meanwhile the total number of adults remained static at 6,497. “For the fourth month in a row the number of people officially classified as homeless has remained above 10,000 with a total of 10,275. “It is important to stress that this

figure excludes other categories of homeless people including women and children in domestic violence shelters funded by Tulsa, adults and children in hostels not funded by Government, rough sleepers and those trapped in Direct Provision despite having secured their leave to remain.

can to address the homeless crisis. This is simply untrue. Sinn Féin and others have repeatedly outlined policy alternatives that he has refused to implement. “We need a significant increase in investment in public housing and faster delivery time for much needed social and affordable homes.

“The figures are deeply depressing and are evidence that the Government strategy to tackle the ongoing housing and homelessness crises are not working. “The Minister claims he is doing everything he

We also need to set the flow of families into homelessness by removing vacant possession as a grounds for issuing a notice to quit when a landlord is selling a rental property.”

Peter & Patty Brady Celebrate 60th Anniversary Recently Peter & Patty were joined by family and friends in Kenny’s of Lucan to celebrate 60 years married. The huge extended Dobbs and Brady family, together with friends, made for a great afternoon of catching up

and lots of stories and laughter. The sun came out in the afternoon and the party spilled out into Kenny’s courtyard where everyone enjoyed a delicious BBQ. Peter & Patty met in the Premier Cinema Lucan (later the

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Grove) in October 1952. Patty worked as an Usherette. Peter, a brilliant mimic, imitating Kevin Anderson (the boss) loudly complained on the balcony of the cinema “Young Lady, you are not doing that right, check with the customers where they would like to be seated”. It was quite dark in the Cinema and Patty thought it was Kevin and got a bit of a fright. She soon found out it was Peter when she heard everyone falling around laughing. She forgave him and they started dating. Patty and Peter both say, “don’t take life too seriously”. It certainly did the trick, they are together almost 70 years and married for 60. Peter’s family are many generations in Leixlip and Patty many generations in Lucan. Peter and Patty holidayed for their honeymoon in Salthill and then moved home into Dodsboro Cottages, Lucan.

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EDUCATION FEATURE

A lot of Opportunities for Further Education at Rathmines College

Further education has some superb options for those students who have just completed the Leaving Cert but haven’t got a CAO offer. All further education (FE) colleges are still taking enrolments and students can go on to any college website to apply online. In the City of Dublin Education Training Board (CDETB) area, Rathmines College has a long tradition in business, marketing, accounting, media, office administration, computer programming and English language courses. Rathmines College also has a very successful forty year history of running a repeat leaving certificate programme.

Classes are just getting started, so there is plenty of time to find a course. Assessment and certification for FE courses are based on both assignment and project work during the year with some exams. For lots of students this is a more practical way of learning and is often a similar experience to that which is carried out while in employment. Progression after finishing a Level 5 course can be sought through the CAO or for those who wish to do a second year and gain a Level 6, they can apply for advanced entry to second year of a degree programme. An example of this

type of progression is offered by Rathmines College after completing a two-year level 6 advanced certificate in business, administration, software development or news and media. On successful completion students gain advanced entry to the second year of either a level 7 or 8 bachelor of business, computer science or news and media studies in a variety of colleges including NCI, IADT, DIT, ITB and ITT. Rathmines College also runs a liberal arts access course where students can move to arts in UCD or Maynooth University. For those who wish to go straight into the workforce Rathmines College also has employment orientated programmes in medical and legal administration, with almost guaranteed employment. One noteworthy point to bare in mind is that someone wishing to get an accounting qualification does not have to do a business degree first. A primary degree is not a prerequisite for entry to professional accounting. Rathmines College students can take an ACCA diploma in accounting and business. After completing this programme and a research project, student get a BSc in accounting from Oxford Brooks University in

the UK. There are also other options through the Accounting Technician of Ireland and the Certified Accounting Technician courses in Rathmines, which both provide access through the professional accounting route.

Rathmines College also offers the opportunity to repeat the leaving certificate. Some students find that the only way to progress their preferred choice is to redo the leaving certificate to get the required points. Rathmines College offers over twenty subject choices to around 130 students every year. This ensures that classes are small and the students gets the benefit of a more intimate classroom environment and access to the teacher. Approximately 85% of students improve their result and increase their points allowing them to progress to their chosen course in higher education. This is due to the dedicated team of highly experienced teachers supporting the students throughout the programme. The fees in Rathmines College for FE courses are €460, or €210 with a medical card and for the Leaving Certificate course it is €300, or €173 with a medical card. Speaking to Martin Keating past student of

Rathmines College he tells us that after his Level 5 he finished with seven distinctions and three merits and was delighted with his success. For him, it was very different from any previous experiences of learning. He quickly grew in confidence and selfbelief. He decided to stay in Rathmines College to do a level 6 higher national diploma in business. “I loved my experience in Rathmines College and it really prepared me for the academic world in higher education.” After Rathmines, Keating went to IT Tallaght to complete an honours degree in marketing and through advanced entry went into the third year of a four-year degree. From there, he did a teaching diploma and is now teaching at Rathmines College. “Further education can be a great stepping stone into college, or a worthwhile education in its own right. It is considerably more affordable than third level and the class sizes are much smaller, giving every student good quality time with the teachers. It equipped me with the skills I need and allowed me to develop into a better learner and subsequently teacher” he says.

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64% OF GIRLS SAY THEY DON’T KNOW ENOUGH ABOUT STEM

The I Wish annual survey, the largest survey of Irish secondary school girls and their attitude to STEM, finds an information and confidence gap remains. 3,168 girls responded to the survey. Over 26% of students said there are easier ways of getting CAO points than choosing to study STEM subjects, according to a recent survey from I WISH, an organisation which inspires and motivates young secondary school female students to pursue

careers in STEM. Caroline O’Driscoll, tax partner with Deloitte and one of the founding members of I WISH said that sharing information, role models and empowering girls to be confident in their choices were key to closing the gap for girls in STEM.

they do not know enough about STEM, they don’t see how STEM can facilitate that. And so they lose out, and in turn we do too. We are limiting their choices, limiting their chances to follow their dreams and the world loses an extraordinary talent opportunity.

“Year on year, the girls tell us that they want a career where they can help other people, or change the world for the better. Yet with 64% of them telling us

We need to change that narrative. We need to equip teachers and students with knowledge, give them access to female role models who have blazed their own

NALA LAUNCH TAKE THE FIRST STEP

The National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA) recently launched the ‘Take the First Step’ public information campaign that aims to help the 500,000 Irish adults who have difficulty with reading, writing, maths or technology. Pictured are Emilie Pine, Author, Dr Inez Bailey, CEO NALA and Jason Vit, Head of Literacy Hubs at National Literacy Trust, UK. Pic credit: Conor Healy /Picture It Photography.

trail. We need to better empower girls, to give them the confidence and support to break down stereotypes and misconceptions, to be the generation of change. There are many amazing women in STEM– we need to shine a light on them and the incredible world changing projects they are involved in, demystify what it is like to work in STEM, and in doing so inspire the next generation of leaders”

Since 2015, I WISH has held showcase events in Dublin and Cork, opening doors to a career in STEM to almost 17,000 young girls across Ireland as well as teachers, career guidance counsellors and families who play such an influential role in the future career choices of young girls. In 2019 alone due to phenomenal demand, 6,000 female students attended the showcase events where they heard from a host of influential speakers on how a career in STEM can change our world for the better. Teachers enjoyed unconscious bias workshops and information sessions in the Teach it Zone, while

students got involved in a host of activities in the exhibition zone and Create IT zone. Registration is now open for secondary schools across Ireland to attend the 2020 I Wish Showcases which will take place in the RDS on February 3rd & 4th 2020 and on January 30th & 31st in City Hall Cork. Capacity will be extended to 7,000 girls on a first come, first served basis. Caroline Fahey, Transition year student at Holy Child School in Killiney will be one of the students attending the 2020 I WISH Showcase in the RDS in February. Sharing her thoughts on the lack of girls choosing to study STEM subjects, Caroline said “There are so many career choices out there but being able to find the right information and discovering the various career paths is not so easy. We don’t see as many women working in STEM so it’s difficult to imagine it as a career. The great thing about I WISH is that it has us thinking about STEM and simply just opening our eyes to allow us to consider a different future for ourselves,

because why should we be limited in our choices and risk being left behind? Having the chance to meet with women who are working in STEM and hearing their story is something I’m very much looking forward to at the I WISH showcase.” Caroline O’Brien, Principal of Holy Child Killiney whose students have been attending the I WIsh conference for the past number of years at the RDS said, ‘I WISH is fantastic because it allows our students to make the connection between the STEM subjects they can study at Holy Child Killiney and the amazing range of careers open to them. It excites their interest in STEM at a really important time in their academic careers, when they are making important choices. I believe that the gender gap in the STEM subjects can be addressed by instilling confidence in our students that they can make a difference and be successful in STEM careers. But we need to show them, and I WISH does just that’.

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SCHOOL V COLLEGE WHAT’S NEW? School’s Liaison Officer at Griffith College Sinéad O’Callaghan considers the most significant changes students can expect to experience as they progress from second to third level education.

“New corridors, new teachers, new classmates, new subjects, new friends and new experiences.” As first years in college, you’ve left behind the old comforts of your favourite teacher or your usual spot to sit and relax at lunch time. Admittedly, it can all be a bit overwhelming. What’s important is knowing that you can reach out for support. There’s the Students Union, the Learning Support Officer in your college or peers in your class who are in the same boat. Small class sizes at Griffith College paired with a supportive network ensures students are guided during the transition from school to college. Now is the time to embrace responsibility and independence. Lecturers will give you the ‘module outline’ for each of your subjects, this will explain what you will learn in each module that you study. Generally, you will receive a ‘recommended reading list’ for the modules. In school, you may have been accustomed to a daily check in from teachers who regularly kept on top of your workload on your behalf. In contrast, college encourages you to be in control of your own learning. Facilitating you to take ownership for your own studies. Depending on your secondary school experience, this may be one of the biggest changes to adapt to. Advice would be to focus on developing your transferable skills; time management, personal motivation, organisational skills and personal empowerment. This will ensure that you’re fit, flexible and future focused.

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TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITIES ARE URGED TO EMBRACE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Recently Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) and the Higher Education Authority (HEA), invited leading figures in Higher Education to share their vision of the future of technological education in Ireland. Irish and European Higher Education experts, policy-makers, and a range of industry and community stakeholders attended the symposium - The Emergence of Technological Universities in Ireland. In his opening remarks, Professor David FitzPatrick, President of TU Dublin, said, “Finally, we have arrived! After many years of discussion and debate, Technological Universities are now a part of the Irish higher education landscape and today’s discussion is about the contribution that this new kind of institution will make.” Addressing the audience of Higher Education experts and stakeholders, Professor FitzPatrick, said, “TU Dublin is the first to launch, and already we would claim to be unique in many respects. We are now the only University in this country that can offer students opportunities from Apprenticeship to PhD level and every level in between. TU Dublin has the largest student body, with an intake of over 5000 students for this academic year, but also the most diverse and inclusive in socio-economic terms and in terms of students with diverse abilities, with nearly 20% of new entrants coming through specific routes such as HEAR, DARE and Access programmes. Our academic staff and researchers engage very directly with industry, translating their work into innovative applications, products and services, and communicating their findings widely.” Continuing Professor FitzPatrick said, “As we are about to begin our first full academic year as TU Dublin, we can still claim to be a work in progress. But, over the next ten years, we need

to demonstrate the value we can add - to society, to prospective students and the wider economy. By 2030, we will be judged by the impact we have made. Today’s contributors – policymakers, students, industry and community stakeholders, and European counterparts – may well challenge us further, but we are ready for the challenge.”

Sustainability was high on the agenda with Dr Thomas Ekman Jørgensen (European University Association), delivering a keynote address about how Universities can integrate the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals into many of its activities from education and research to community engagement. Monika Skadborg (European Students’ Union) also spoke about how strategically smart HEIs ensure sustainability is a key consideration in all they do. Head of Journalism at TU Dublin, Dr Kate Shanahan, chaired a lively panel discussion about Technological Universities of

Ireland with Professor David FitzPatrick (TU Dublin); Paul O’Toole (HEA); William Beausang (Department of Education and Skills); Lorna Fitzpatrick (USI) and Dr Lynn Ramsey (National Forum for Teaching and Learning).

During a segment chaired by Dr Deirdre Lillis (TU Dublin and HEA), European experts offered their advice about the strategic ambitions of Irish Technological Universities. Professor Karel Luyben (TU Delft) spoke about building a new Technological University; Professor Paul Petterson (Maladaren University) explored the topic of industry engagement, and Professor Janne Tienari (Hanken School of Economics) talked about the types organisational

structures which help Universities get the most from their people. Professor Ellen Hazelkorn (Professor Emeritus, TU Dublin) presented the last keynote address of the day exploring regional engagement offering a range of international perspectives and experiences. Dr Sharon Feeney (TU Dublin NS HEA) chaired the final panel with industry and community stakeholders offering their perspectives about how Technological Universities can strengthen their regions. Contributors included Pierre Yimbog (TU Dublin Students’ Union), Sam McGuinness (Dublin Simon Community), Bernie Capraro (Intel Research and Development Ireland LTD), and Claire McGee (IBEC).

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PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN CHOOSE ENTREPRENEURSHIP 60% of eleven and twelveyear-old Irish children say that they would like to be an entrepreneur in the future, according to a major new survey of 8000 children who spent 12-16 weeks creating classroom businesses in the Junior

Entrepreneur Programme in 2019. 60% of girls indicated that they would choose entrepreneurship as their career, according to a major new study. 53% of boys reported that they would consider entrepreneurship as a career in the future,

GRIFFITH COLLEGE CITY CENTRE OFFICIALLY OPENS Griffith College welcomed Minister for Higher Education, Mary Michell O’Connor to officially open its newest campus on Wolfe Tone Street, Dublin 1 on 3rd September. The new campus is the college’s second Dublin based location with four nationwide, including Limerick and Cork. Griffith College City Centre offers prospective learners the opportunity to study a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, short and professional courses.

These courses range in subject such as Accounting, Business, Computing, Law, Marketing and Management. Minister Mitchell O’Connor spoke of Griffith College and its ‘significant national footprint’, with more than 7,000 graduates over its 45 years in existence. Minister Mitchell O’Connor also mentioned the significance of online study, and acknowledged Griffith College’s dedication to online study in the form of its blended learning and online courses. “The location of the campus in Dublin 1 is to be commended. The College plans to offer upskilling and training for those living in the city centre and is keen to reach out to the many DEIS post primary schools to assist in increasing participation in third-level by designing programmes which will give these students the confidence and motivation to consider higher education. I understand that the process of building a network with schools and community representatives in the locality is well underway,” she said.See www.griffith.ie for more information.

‘A BIT OF EVERYTHING’ AT THE DOMINICAN RETREAT CENTRE

The Dominican Retreat Centre based in Tallaght Village is hosting an open house on Saturday 28th of September from 10am - 3pm. You are welcome to drop in. See the place, meet the people, sample some of the many programmes and courses the retreat centre put on throughout the year: Mindfulness, Zen, Pottery and Meditation, Christian mystics made simple, Circle Dance, etc. Visit the 14th-century tower, see the gardens, walk the Labyrinth.... they have been your neighbours since

1936, and they would love to welcome you and show you around. The centre will keep open house from 10 am till around 3 pm. Tea/Coffee throughout the day. In the afternoon you will be able to visit the medieval tower (built in the 1320s) which was once part of Tallaght Castle, and is now a prayer-room used by the Dominican community every day. For more information call 01 404 8189 / 01 404 8123, see www.goodnews. ie or email retreathouse@ eircom.net.

according to the survey in which 8,000 of the 16,000 pupils completing the programme in 28 counties across the island. The survey is one of the largest ever known to have been undertaken in Irish Primary schools. 96% of pupils responded that they enjoyed working in a team during their JEP experience and 99% indicated that they enjoyed becoming classroom entrepreneurs on the programme.

Every child put forward their own idea for the classroom business and a shortlist are pitched to Dragons from their local community, selecting one business

idea which the whole class gets behind. The survey reported a strong message from the 700 teachers who participated was that setting up a classroom business was enjoyed by pupils. 99% of teachers reported that the children enjoyed the experience, while 96% reported that the programme was beneficial to the pupils. 89% of teachers reported that JEP helped facilitate the delivery of the core Primary School curriculum, though its use of maths, English, art and other subjects. During the programme, children in 700 classes were mentored by

local entrepreneurs from their communities. Every one of the children involved invested in their classroom business and was rewarded with a share of the profits from successful businesses. The children invested their own money to launch the classroom businesses which had sales of €320,264 in 2019 producing a nett profit of €198,215. 67,000 children have taken part in the programme since it was launched in 2010. “At 11 or 12 years of age children get a chance to learn about entrepreneurship, meet entrepreneurs in their local area and each child comes

up with a business idea in 12 weeks. It’s just a like a real start-up business, with pupils allocated to market research, marketing, sales, finance and production. Every child invests a small amount of money and reaps the profits from the enterprise. They learn fast when they are talking about their own money” according to Tweak.com founder Jerry Kennelly, whose company sponsors JEP. Signup has opened for the 2020 Junior Entrepreneur Programme, which is free of charge to pupils and schools. Teachers can can up at www.juniorentrepreneur. ie until October 4th.

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GREENHILLS COLLEGE SECOND-LEVEL OPEN DAY ON SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER

Greenhills Community College comprises an all-boys’ second-level school and a coeducational Further Education college offering education to all ages in the community. The school is in a quiet residential area, beside the terminus of the Number 9 and 15A buses and easily accessible from bus routes on the Greenhills Road and Tallaght Bypass. All are welcome to the Second-level Open Day on Saturday, 5th October from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This year we are very excited as we are approaching our 50th anniversary. We are rebranding as Greenhills Community College, a college for the community, offering the best education possible in a positive learning environment in order that students can achieve their full potential. We have small class sizes, and yet offer a wide range of subjects at all levels. After-school study, which is free, is supervised by teachers. Lunchtime meals are provided free of charge with students being able to choose their choice of lunch, online in advance. Students from 1st to 3rd year must remain in school at lunchtime. Senior students may stay in the school or may leave for the lunch period. 6th year students have a Common room where they can eat, play snooker and generally relax at break and lunch time. The Book Rental

scheme reduces the cost of text books for parents and includes past examination papers and mock papers. We are a Digital school with three fully-equipped computer rooms as well as class sets of laptops and I-Pads. All classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards and the school is WIFI enabled. Practical classrooms offer Woodwork, Metalwork, Engineering, Art and a range of Science subjects. First year students are helped to settle in with our Mentoring Programme and our Home School Community Liaison Coordinator is on hand for parents. We have introduced Transition Year and it is already proving to be hugely popular. Our Further Education College offers 21 courses for those who wish to return to education either full or part-time. These include Pre-University courses which allow students to use a QQI qualification to gain Third Level entry. Courses include Nursing, Childcare, PreUniversity Science, Business and Engineering. Our Software Development and Computer Networks courses include Games Analysis and Design modules. There is extensive free parking for those who drive. Enrol online at www.greenhillscollege.ie for Further Education courses or phone us at 01 450 7779 for a second-level application form.

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DUBLIN SCHOOLS TO BENEFIT FROM INCREASED CREATIVE ACTIVITIES From this month, pupils at 37 more schools in Dublin will join existing schools from across the county to begin their ‘Creative Schools’ journey including Citywest & Saggart Community

National School, Firhouse Educate Together Secondary School and Glenasmole National School. Recently, the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan, TD, and

the Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh, TD, announced that 150 additional schools all across Ireland, and reflecting all types of education settings, have been selected to

participate in the ‘Creative Schools’ initiative. These schools were chosen from over 300 applicants – each one required to explain how their participation would support learning and development in the arts and creativity. Each school selected for 2019-20 will be provided with a package of support which includes funding and the expertise of a Creative Associate to work with them directly to enable them to explore the potential impact of the arts and creativity on school life.

Initially launched in 2018, ‘Creative Schools’ is led by The Arts Council in partnership with the Department of Education and Skills and the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. The initiative was developed to help children and young people explore and develop their creative sides, and to link them with the arts and creative infrastructure in their local community and nationally. Orlaith McBride, Director of the Arts Council said: “The Arts Council is committed to providing

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children and young people with more opportunities to participate in, and enjoy, the arts. The Creative Schools initiative has been a really successful way of inviting thousands of young people all across Ireland to explore their creativity, guided by the expertise of artists and other creatives in their own communities. We are delighted that this year the initiative will be supporting a further 150 schools and that many more children and young people will have this opportunity to participate in the arts in a very tangible and meaningful way.” Minister Madigan said: “Culture and creativity are powerful means through which children and young people can explore communication and collaboration, stimulate

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Minister McHugh said: “Nurturing the creative potential of our young people is about helping them develop an appetite for discovery and encouraging them to acquire the skills they need to achieve their ambitions. I look forward to seeing some of those ambitions come to life in our first Creative Schools National Celebration in November.”

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#VOTEEDUCATETOGETHER CAMPAIGNS BEGIN

Educate Together welcomed news from the Department of Education and Skills that the Online Patronage Process System (OPPS) is now open. Parents in six areas can now express their preference for the patron of their brand new secondary schools to open in 2020. The survey will be open until 4 October and parents with children starting secondary school in 2020 to 2024 are invited to participate by voting at this link: https:// patronage.education.gov. ie. The schools will several areas but one of which is the Citywest / Saggart area. Paul Rowe, CEO of Educate Together commented,“This is a great opportunity for parents that want a truly innovative and holistic secondary education for their child. Educate Together is going from strength to strength at second level as our schools find ever more effective and creative ways to use our unique Ethical Education curriculum. Having just opened four secondary schools in the last few

weeks I have seen firsthand the excitement and enthusiasm that parents, students and teachers have for the Educate Together model and hope to see more Educate Together secondary school communities come together to celebrate the opening of their new schools next year.” Adelaide Nic Charthaigh, New Schools Programme Manager at Educate

Together said, “We already have very strong support in these areas with some very well established and enthusiastic start-up groups. However, I would urge any parent that wants an Educate Together secondary school to vote as soon as possible and to share the link with their friends and family.

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is one of Educate Together’s main strengths. Our teams will be on the ground in these areas in the coming weeks and look forward to meeting supporters and working on this campaign with them.” Interested parents should visit www.educatetogether. ie to find out more about the Educate Together ethos at second level and for information on voting.

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All-New Mazda 3 – A New Era By Breda Corrigan The much-anticipated All-New Mazda3 Hatchback has just been launched in Ireland, and with it comes a whole new era in stunning car design, and cuttingedge engine technology. The first model in Mazda’s next generation of cars, the new Mazda 3 takes the sense of togetherness you feel only with a Mazda to a new level, creating a unique one-ness between car and driver. From the way it looks to the way it moves, and the way it feels, it is the result of designing and engineering - not just to a specification - but to a feeling. Confident & Energised; A powerful statement in design., the new Mazda 3 is confident, invigorated and energised in equal measure, while also creating a sense of vitality. Additionally, no detail or consideration has been overlooked in terms of interior quality, and ambience, with a driver-informed cabin taking pride of place. Superior Safety; In terms of safety, Mazda’s ethos is that avoiding an accident in the first place is always the safest route. With the available i-Activeness suite of safety features, sophisticated safety innovations alert the driver to hazards to help avoid collisionsor lessen their impact. Features such as Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Traffic Alert help improve your visibility and awareness of the road, and are amazingly effective. Work of Art; The new Mazda 3 is one of those cars that stirs every one of your senses, even before you drive, as it strikes you with its powerful, seductive presence and strong, sporty appeal. It is designed to make you feel like you are looking at a work of art – not just a car. The way light plays on it’s flowing lines gives the impression that it is moving, even when standing still. There is no denying that this is a handsome car, with similarity to the striking Alfa Romeo Giulietta in its proportions. It is a design language that works extremely well, and is sure to turn heads everywhere it goes.

Global Best-Seller; The Mazda 3 first appeared in 2003, and since then, six million have been sold globally, with over a million sold in Europe alone, so the new fourth-generation Mazda 3 has a task on its hands. Mazda claim to have redesigned the car from the ground up, paying attention to everything from reducing ‘visual noise’ in the cabin to reducing friction in the engine. Special attention has been paid to noise, vibration and harshness, to the operation of the switchgear, the processing speed of the infotainment, and harmonising the quality of the white light in the cabin.

Engine & Transmission Options; Just two engines are available in the new Mazda 3 - a 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G 120bhp petrol (naturally aspirated, as opposed to the turbo trend) and a 1.8-litre SKYACTIV-D 116bhp diesel with a variable geometry turbo. Both engines have a mild hybrid system that runs the electrics from brake regeneration, and is a system that works seamlessly in practice. Later this year, Mazda’s much anticipated Skyactiv-X compression ignition petrol engine will make its debut in the 3. Alongside it there will be a four-wheel-drive option, which is proof that Mazda is likely to build more than a hatchback using these underpinnings. Transmission options include a slick sixspeed manual gearbox, or a conventional automatic, with all models coming in frontwheel-drive format. Four Trim Levels; There are four trim levels available in the new Mazda 3 Hatchback – GS, GSL, GT, and range-topping GT Sport, all of which are extremely well specified. Standard equipment across the entire range includes key features, such as LED headlights with high beam control, Mazda radar cruise control, Bluetooth™ with Mazda MZD Connect, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Driver Attention Alert, rear parking sensors, alarm & immobiliser, 8.8” colour centre

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the car can be driven briskly with total confidence, while remaining superbly composed, and retaining excellent ride quality. The six-speed manual gearbox is a pleasure to use, with a short, accurate throw, while the car’s fantastic steering setup provides great feedback to the driver at all times. Height and telescopic adjustment of the multi-function steering wheel, along with excellent adjustment options on the driver seat ensures that a comfortable driving position is readily available. Impressive Interior; The cabin of the new Mazda 3 is very impressive, with soft-touch materials in all the important areas, leading to a high standard of finish throughout, while the leather seats in my test car were supportive and comfortable in equal measure. Importantly, the car benefits from a new infotainment system, and brings the new Mazda 3 right up-to-date in terms of cutting-edge technology. Pricing & Verdict; Overall, the new Mazda 3 is a genuinely impressive car in every way. It feels solid on the road, is extremely well equipped across all trim levels, possesses a terrific suite of safety features, and is a very handsome car into the bargain. When Mazda revealed the Kai concept some two years ago – the all-new Mazda 3 is based on that car’s striking, sporty design – reaction to it was overwhelmingly positive. With prices starting at just €26,295 (ex-works), the new Mazda 3 possesses all the necessary ingredients for outright success.

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TIME TO CONSIDER COMPULSORY LITTER WARNINGS ON CIGARETTE PACKS

Litter warnings on cigarette packages could help reduce the serious problem of cigarette waste which is destroying our environment, a Fine Gael councillor has said. Local Cllr. Emer Higgins, said it is clear we need to reassess our approach to the problem of cigarette ends which account for the majority of litter in Ireland. Cllr Higgins said: “We have seen welcome progress in driving down the number of smokers in Ireland. Last year the Healthy Ireland Survey found that the

prevalence of smoking had dropped to 20pc.

“However, despite this success, cigarette waste still accounts for a massive proportion of litter nationally. “The 2018 National Litter Pollution Monitoring System Report showed that cigarette items make up 54.4% of all litter. “We can see it almost everywhere we go – on our streets and in our parks and playgrounds, and it is a major blight on our environment. “It’s clear need to reassess how we

tackle this problem overall, and I believe we should examine the idea of adding compulsory litter warnings to cigarette packets. “We have seen the positive effects of the health warnings on cigarette packets and I believe there is scope for using this approach to educate people about the harmful effects of their discarded cigarette ends on the environment. “It is absolutely imperative that such a move would not in any way diminish the impact of the health warnings but adding some

impactful information about the harmful effects of cigarette waste to packaging could encourage

smokers to think twice about discarding their butts. “As the public become more environmentally aware

generally I think now is an ideal time to tackle this problem head on,” she concluded.

RUNNERS CHALLENGED TO GET INTO THE FASTLANE FASTLANE is a new half marathon and 10km event taking place on the 29 September in Clondalkin, Dublin. With only 27 metres elevation per lap, meaning no tough hills, runners are being challenged to record their new personal best time. The race is located along the scenic settings of the Grand Canal in South Dublin, and around the newly surfaced perimeter of Grange Castle Business Park and offers a country feel on the edge of the city.

who have a café at the Round Tower Visitor Centre in Clondalkin, will be available at the finish area.

It is a flat course with long straight lines and no steep hills. The 10km will do one lap of the route while the half marathon will complete two laps. With a choice of 10km or half marathon the Wheelworx FASTLANE is a challenge for everyone. All finishers get a bespoke colourful medal and a training top to show off at the end of the race. Goodies supplied by the Happy Pear,

Or just do the Wheelworx FASTLANE for its PB potential.But don’t let the name fool you. This is not just for fast runners. It is for runners of all abilities. The race is being supported by Waterways Ireland and South Dublin County Council’s tourism brand Dublin’s Outdoors. For further information, start times, and to register, runners are encouraged to visit www.rundublin.com

“It is going to be fun and challenging morning’s run”, said Eoin Ryan, event organiser. “It is also an ideal preparation race for the Dublin Marathon which takes place at the end of October, as the event fits in nicely with your training plan to run 21.1kms.

IS THIS HOW YOU DISPOSE OF YOUR DOG POO?

In recent months, the presence of dog poo bags being left in woodland areas is becoming more common. As you can see from this image which was taken in August in a woodland area in Saggart the poo bag is swinging from a tree. Dog owners may think bagging up after their pet is the best thing to do, but the ‘poo bag’ needs to be disposed of correctly in a bin not left in the woodland. The plastic bag will take anywhere from 10 years - 1000 years to decompose.

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Pictured above Gerry Adams and Eoin O’Broin with the bricklayers at the Kishogue Community College in Lucan. This image appeared in the Lucan News on the 15th of September 2014.

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