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4th October 2021

OVER 76,000 HOUSEHOLDS RECEIVED PAYMENTS LAST WINTER A total of 76,468 households across Dublin received fuel allowance payments through the National Fuel Scheme last winter and will automatically receive payments again this year, as long as their eligibility remains the same, a local TD has said. Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys TD, announced the start of the National Fuel Scheme for the 2021/2022 season recently. The Fuel Allowance, which is a means-assessed

payment, will be paid for 28 weeks to an estimated 370,000 households across the country.

Deputy Emer Higgins said, “I know that for the many households across Dublin Mid-West that received the Fuel Allowance payment last year, this Scheme is key to supporting them to meet their energy costs. Recipients are paid a weekly rate of €28, with an option also to receive two lump sum payments of €392 each. “The

scheme plays a vital role in ensuring that families across the constituency have the security in knowing they will be able to pay their heating bills over the winter months. I know it will be especially important to people this year in the context of rising fuel costs globally, and I am encouraging my colleagues in Government to factor this into the upcoming Budget. “All those who received the Fuel Allowance last year will automatically be paid

again this year, as long as their entitlement remains. So I would really urge anyone who is in need of this scheme and has not applied previously to submit an application immediately. The Fuel Allowance application form is available through local Intreo Centres, Post Offices or on the Department’s website,” Deputy Higgins concluded.

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Launching the 2021/2022 Fuel Season, Minister Humphreys said, “In recognition of the Scheme’s importance to so many families, I increased the weekly rate of payment by €3.50 in my first Budget as Social Protection Minister. “I am conscious that heating costs are a concern for many and that households have seen their bills increase and return to 2019 levels. I want to assure people that I am aware of these concerns and they will be an important factor for me as I continue the Budget 2022 negotiations, along with my Government colleagues.”

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TALLAGHT FATHERS CALL FOR GREATER EQUALITY AND ENGAGEMENT IN THEIR PARENTING ROLE

Dads have called for greater equality, more engagement and tailored supports for their role as fathers, in a new report on parenting. The report Being Dad published recently by Tallaght based community development organisation the Childhood Development Initiative (CDI) showed some men struggling to be involved as equal caregivers and encountering obstacles – including economic, structural, psychological and interpersonal. However, the study found that Tallaght based Dads

expressed their experience of being a parent as very positive and rewarding. Relationships with their children were of great importance and they wanted to be actively involved as equal caregivers.

Many Dads expressed the view that despite wanting to be actively involved, barriers existed in interacting with health care professionals, with many feeling unacknowledged by professionals.”

CDI Parenting Specialist and Report Author Celine Moran said several factors were found to act as barriers to Dads’ caregiving. “Barriers can include work commitments, lack of information and supports for Dads and a tendency to defer to Mothers as expert in child rearing.

CEO of From Lads to Dads, a Tallaght based organisation to support young Dads, Dave Saunders also highlighted challenges which Dads can face. “One of the difficulties can be preparation of Dads for the time of birth. This is a critical bonding time and the importance of this should be fully recognised. Everything from maternity information leaflets, to supports after babies are born, are almost exclusively geared towards mothers. The vast majority of men find childbirth amazing and closeness at this time has long-term benefits for both Dads and their children.”

CDI CEO Marian Quinn said the report provides useful recommendations on what can be learnt. “Strengthened approaches to engagement with expectant fathers is recommended including involving fathers more from the beginning in preparation for pregnancy, labour, and parenthood. “Materials on the importance of the father’s role, how to care for and bond with baby, support mothers and become a co-parent, would help to promote a family-centred approach. Furthermore, targeted approaches should be incorporated into the training of health and social care professionals working with babies, children and families.”

The report was launched by Citywise CEO Jonathan Doyle who highlighted the

The report comprised a questionnaire and in-depth interview with 11 Dads in

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the Tallaght area. Between them, participants had 16 children, aged between three months to thirteen years. The socioeconomic background of the Dads

was reflective of the wider Tallaght area, which contrasts of relative prosperity to distinct pockets of disadvantage and deprivation.

Cllr William Carey has expressed his concern about the ability of the ESB to maintain a continuous power supply as we approach the heavy demand period of autumn and winter months . Earlier this year there were several major outages in the Clondalkin area (one of which came as a result of an act of vandalism with a burnt-out car damaging a supply pole).

it was stated that a letter of acknowledgement was received by SDCC but the ESB have yet to respond to the invitation. According to Cllr Carey many people are concerned about power outages given the frequent occurrence of them earlier in the year. Cllr Carey added, there are large scale development of industrial parks around Kilcarberry and Greenogues and the development of future Data centres mean electrical supply is coming under increasing pressure. Cllr Carey finished by stating that the ESB must come to area committee as soon as possible and address the questions of local councillors in this matter. The people of Clondalkin and the surrounding areas need to know if the ESB can maintain a continuous supply throughout the winter.

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This exposed the vulnerability of the ESB’s supply chain for the Clondalkin area and led to questions being asked if there are deficiencies in the infrastructure of west Dublin. In April Cllr Carey raised the issue at the Council’s Area Committee Meeting and it was agreed to invite the ESB to bring a report on the problems facing the service in the area. At a recent committee meeting

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MAKE A BREAK FOR IT TO CAVAN THIS AUTUMN Experiencing the great outdoors, relaxing in beautiful surroundings, and recharging the batteries has never been a more welcome prospect this Autumn. Cavan is the perfect destination to experience world class accommodation, adventure activities, forest walks, golf, fishing, heritage, flavoursome food and so much more. The Lake County has it all in bucket loads and you are invited to discover it all. County Cavan is the beautiful land of lakes in the middle of our Island. This is a place away from it all, but not that far away. It’s not surprising then that there is an abundance of water-based activities for everyone to enjoy when you visit. Paddle out to Clogh Oughter Castle with Cavan Adventure centre. Go water-biking at Carafin Lough or spend an afternoon fishing in Killeshandra. Take advantage of the 365 lakes

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the village of Killeshandra. There is something for everyone here. If immersing yourself in culture and history is your idea of the perfect break, then Cavan is the place to be. The fingerprints of the past are all over this ancient landscape. Visit dramatic landscapes and megalithic tombs at Cavan Burren Park. Take a wander through the eons of time at Drumlane. Paddle your way to Cavan’s most iconic heritage attraction - Clogh Oughter Castle. Bring history to life at the award-winning Cavan Museum in Ballyjamesduff where you will find an outdoor World War 1 Trench Experience, a life-size replica of the GPO and many other exhibitions to while away a few hours. Lovers of the old railways will enjoy a visit to Belturbet Heritage Railway . Explore the life and times of St. Kilian at St. Kilian’s Heritage Centre.

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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL OPEN TANDY’S LANE PARK

Pic Credit: Ben Ryan Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD joined the Mayor of South Dublin County, Cllr Peter Kavanagh, and South Dublin County Council Chief Executive Daniel McLoughlin, to open Tandy’s Lane Park recently. Tandy’s Lane Park is approximately seven hectares in size and includes extensive areas of footpaths with seating. The Park is designed with a mix of formal and informal recreation facilities, with a large sports pitch, three interconnected playgrounds, a space designed specifically for teenagers and fitness areas alongside high quality soft and hard landscapes. Much of the soft landscape consists of biodiverse flower meadows and there are views of the retained, mature hedgerows and woodland areas. The new park also includes newly planted

areas with native and ornamental trees, including a newly planted orchard area adjacent to picnic facilities. The wildflower meadows provide a wealth of colour from Spring onwards and will provide a pollinator-friendly environment in this park for years to come. Tandy’s Lane Park is one of three significant infrastructure projects being delivered at the Adamstown Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) with Airlie Park and the Celbridge Link Road to follow. A combined €15 million was allocated for the three projects by the then Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government through the Local Infrastructure Housing Activation Funds (LIHAF) with South Dublin County Council providing an additional €5 million in funding. LIHAF is a key element of the Government’s drive to build more homes. The objective

of the fund is to provide public offsite infrastructure to relieve critical infrastructure blockages. This enables the accelerated delivery of housing on key development sites in Dublin and urban areas of high demand for housing nationally. South Dublin County Council’s successful LIHAF funding bid for financial support was linked to the delivery of 2,000 new homes within the Adamstown SDZ. Within the large-scale delivery of homes, there are 300 homes at or below a cost of €300,000 and a further 500 at or below €320,000. It is expected that work on all three projects will be completed in 2022. Minister O’Brien, said, “I really want to compliment South Dublin County Council on completing this project, one of a number of strategic infrastructure projects across the Adamstown SDZ lands under their Local Infrastructure Housing Activation Fund

(LIHAF). The Tandy’s Lane Park project has delivered a large-scale public park within Adamstown for the use of residents and visitors of all ages, including a range of amenities such as playgrounds and playing pitches. I commend South Dublin County Council for the delivery of this project with the aid of LIHAF funding to facilitate the delivery of 2,000 new homes within the Adamstown SDZ and will help create and sustain new communities”. Cllr Peter Kavanagh, Mayor of South Dublin County, said, “It gives me great pleasure to be here today to formally open Tandy’s Lane Park. Providing such a wonderful amenity for the people of Adamstown, Lucan and beyond highlights the Council’s ongoing commitment to improving infrastructure in the area and providing new play opportunities for both young and older citizens.”

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NEW DENTAL SURGERY IS WELCOME ADDITION TO SAGGART

TD for Dublin Mid-West, Emer Higgins and Cllr Shirley O’Hara have welcomed the addition of a new dental clinic to Saggart village, as they officially opened the new dental premises.

Slade Castle Dental and Implant Clinic in Saggart Village will offer services including all routine dental work, implants and orthodontics for residents of

Saggart and the surrounding areas.

“Slade Castle Dental is a really welcome addition to the local area,” said Deputy Higgins. “Saggart village now boasts a doctor, dentist, pharmacy and physiotherapy, which is great news for locals and myself and Cllr. O’Hara were delighted to be invited to officially open

their new practice. “There is a growing demand for dental services in the area so I hope that Dr Hima and her colleagues will be kept busy,” added Deputy Higgins. Cllr Shirley O’Hara has also welcomed the new business to the area. “The pandemic was a really difficult time for small and local businesses so it’s great to see the signs of businesses getting back on their feet and Slade Castle Dental opening their doors. “The premises and new facilities are excellent, so it’s great to have dental care of this standard in the area,” concluded Cllr O’Hara. Slade Castle Dental and Implant Clinic is owned by Dr Hima Bindu Meda, B.D.S. P.G.Dip.Clin.Dent (Trinity) and located at Unit 6B, Slade Castle Court, Saggart. The clinic is open by appointment. To enquire contact info@ sladecastledental.ie or call (01) 2547110.

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NO TRUST IN GOVERNMENT TO SOLVE HOUSING CRISIS TD for Dublin South West Seán Crowe has asked if anyone seriously believes that the same parties that created the housing crisis, and denied there was a problem for years, are

now capable of, or serious about, fixing this crisis? Speaking on the ‘Housing for All’ plan in the Dáil recently, Teachta Crowe said: “Ireland is in an

unenviable position of relying on Fianna Fáil to fix the housing crisis that many believe it created. Does anyone really believe the architects of the

recession, who drove us off the cliff, will fix the housing crisis? Like every housing plan we have seen from Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, it is a developers’ charter that will pour even more money into the pockets of developers and speculators. There are no plans to stop the few homes that will be built being hoovered up by vulture funds and cuckoo funds. “Social housing targets are now lower than those promised by Fine Gael the last time, not that they were ever built. The affordable housing element is completely out of touch with the realities facing ordinary working families. There is no realistic plan

to stop rents from rising even higher. There is every likelihood that the Government’s plans will push up the cost of homes, meaning that many workers and families will be trapped in the rental market. Homelessness will continue and will increase as more and more workers’ income flows into rent. “I do not know anyone who trusts Fianna Fáil or Fine Gael to solve the housing crisis. That is what most people say to me. Housing for All preserves the status quo so that a few privileged people do not lose out while workers and their families are being driven deeper and deeper into debt. Sinn Féin has a plan

to solve the housing crisis. We need 20,000 social and affordable houses built every year, delivered by local authorities and community housing trusts, not by developers. We need a three year ban on rent increases and a month’s rent back in every renter’s pocket through a tax credit. “I return to my original question. Does anyone seriously believe that the same parties that created the mess and told us there was no problem - I was in this Chamber when we were told there was no housing crisis - are now capable of, or serious about, fixing this crisis? That is the big question. I certainly do not believe they are capable.”

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR ANSEO

Anseo, a project with Rua Red in Tallaght are currently processing expressions of interest in the project which will start soon. Anseo is a youth club for teens organised by Mother Tongues and Rua Red community and arts centre in Tallaght, Dublin. The purpose of Anseo is to provide a safe space for teens who fled their countries and are now living in South Dublin. They hope to bring these teens together to help them improve their English while also participating in creative activities. The club will allow participants to explore art with one another over the course of 6 weeks with one session every week, beginning in October. Get in touch to find out more or to sign up email lauren@mothertongues.ie.

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WAITING LISTS IN THE HEALTH SERVICE TOP 900,000 TD for Dublin South West Seán Crowe has said that we cannot leave people on waiting lists for months and years at a time when they need medical treatment and that the Government must use Budget 2022 to drive money into targeted areas of the health service to seriously tackle waiting lists and overcrowding.

Teachta Crowe said: “The health service is struggling to keep pace with demand from planned and emergency patient care. And not just during Covid, the problems in accessing care existed long before the pandemic landed on our shores. “There are more than 900,000 people on waiting lists in this State.

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That means almost 1 in 5 people are on a waiting list of some form for healthcare. “There are 36,000 people on the outpatient waiting lists of Tallaght University Hospital. 12,000 of them have been waiting more than 18 months. And don’t let the Government blame Covid for the rise in waiting lists. Waiting lists may be up 15% since the beginning of the pandemic but they have almost doubled since 2014.

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tackle waiting lists and overcrowding. They will say that it’s the biggest budget ever for health, just like they do every year. It is their stock answer to any criticism. “It is irrelevant because the population grows every year. We need to spend more every year just to stand still. That is why we need targeted investment in key areas. Simply throwing money at the problem will not work. “We need the delivery of a major increase in beds, staff, and diagnostic capacity to meet current needs and tackle waiting lists. We must introduce a centralised referral systems and an integrated waiting list management system. “We cannot leave people on waiting lists for months and years at a time when they need medical treatment. We cannot consign them to a life of pain and suffering when we had the means and opportunity to fix the health service.”

Celebrating 10 years, the Red Line Book Festival takes to the shelves with its largest programme ever! From eco writing and the Irish Civil War to daring debuts and obsessions, literary motherhood and gatsby themed gatherings. The Red Line Book Festival has launched its 2021 programme of events for literature lovers, history fans, families and the culturally curious. Participants this year include: Diarmuid Ferriter, Colm Tóibín, Louise Nealon, Julia Quinn, Torrey Peters, Abigail Thorn, Sheila O’Flanagan, Megan Nolan, Jessica Traynor, Sarah Gilmartin, Seán Hewitt and Red Line Book Festival

Writer in Residence, poet and biologist Jane Robinson. Mayor of South Dublin County Council Peter Kavanagh commented on the programme saying: ‘I am thrilled that the Red Line Book Festival has returned to South Dublin County once again. It is remarkable that after a challenging 18 months, our organisers have put together such an impressive, high profile programme of events, running both online and offline and suitable for all ages’. For more information and tickets for all festival events can be booked at www.redlinebookfestival.ie

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UNMISSABLE BRAND NEW LAUNCH OF 3 & 4 LARGE BEDROOM HOMES AT KILHEALE MANOR, KILL VILLAGE, CO.KILDARE JUST 15 MINUTES FROM THE RED COW ROUNDABOUT

Cavan Developments have just launched the latest phase of New Large 3 & 4 Bedroom Concrete Built Homes at Kilheale Manor in Kill Village. Nestled away nicely between Rathcoole and Naas, Kill is an idyllic village, located just 15 minutes drive from the Red Cow roundabout. A new large modern primary school is open in the village itself and caters for both boys and girls, while secondary schools are easily accessible with private bus operators servicing both Rathcoole & Naas schools also. These New Homes are designed with the

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EDUCATION FEATURE

YOUTH CLIMATE JUSTICE STUDENTS INVITED TO TAKE PART IN NATIONAL SPEECH WRITING COMPETITION CHALLENGE ActionAid Ireland is calling for young people in Dublin aged 14 to 17 to write a five minute speech for the ActionTalks national speech writing competition!

A consortium of 5 youth organisations, led by ECO-UNESCO, Ireland’s environmental education and youth organisation is launching the second #YouthClimateJusticeChallenge, with partners Gaisce The President Award, The No Name Club, Irish Girls Guides & Young Irish Film Makers. The Youth Climate Justice Challenge is aimed at encouraging and empowering young people to take on local action projects on Climate Justice and will include: a series of workshops, a week of Youth Action on Climate Justice, the development of resource materials and a Youth Climate Survey to garner young people’s opinions more broadly on climate justice and environmental issues including barriers and opportunities for young people’s engagement. The project will also be hosting an event for COP26.

The competition, now in its eighth year, encourages young people to take a stand on social issues, and gives them an opportunity to voice their opinions. Entries will be submitted by email in written form and five successful entrants will go forward to the Leinster final. Two winners from Leinster will be selected to go forward to the national final and will receive a €50 One4All voucher each. At the national final in March, six finalists will be asked to present their speech to a panel of esteemed judges. The national prize is a €500 One4All voucher for the winner and a

€100 One4All voucher for their teacher. This year’s topics are focused on the inequalities and injustices exposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, particularly gender inequality and social inequality

Karol Balfe, CEO of ActionAid Ireland said: “The coronavirus pandemic has exposed ongoing social and economic inequalities across communities. Global solidarity and international aid are needed now more than ever. We are excited to give young people an opportunity to engage with these issues. It’s brilliant to see young people using their talents to bring greater awareness to issues of social justice. We have seen first-hand, through our Irish Aid funded women’s rights programme the importance of international aid, and the real-life impact it has on

marginalised communities.”

Over the course of the pandemic, students in Ireland have faced long lockdowns and missed out on vital school time. The pandemic has placed a massive strain on marginalised groups globally. Women and girls have been particularly affected by the pandemic, both in Ireland and abroad. School closures have led to an increase in instances of female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage. Women have also taken on the brunt of the increase in unpaid household and childcare work, putting them under greater social and economic strain. ActionAid provides long term support to the poorest and most marginalised women and children in developing countries, so they can overcome the

obstacles holding them back. Their Women’s Rights programme, funded by Irish Aid, Department of Foreign Affairs, works to eliminate violence against women and girls by engaging with women, men and girls to. In communities in Kenya, female genital mutilation amongst girls has decreased by almost a third. Irish Aid programmes are funded by Irish citizens and are part of Ireland’s important global role. ActionAid is hoping entrants will come up with innovative, wellresearched, and creative speeches, using their own unique perspective from growing up in a pandemic.

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An Emotional Day As Muinteoir Sean Mac Carthaigh Retires

Gaelscoil Chluain Dolcain Principal Sean Mac Carthaigh recently retired and it was a very emotional day for staff and pupils alike. The Gaelscoil Principal and past Teacher spent 30 years teaching at the school. Pic Credit: Gareth Chaney

INCLUSIVITY IN THE CLASSROOM WITH DYSLEXIA-FRIENDLY BOOKS

Through the support of South Dublin County Council and Libraries, primary schools in the County have received a set of 4 dyslexiafriendly children’s books, the ‘Nature’s Adventures’ collection about Irish wildlife. Dyslexia affects, on average, 3 children in every class of 24. In addition to the significant increase in the awareness and understanding of the challenges faced, this initiative is an additional resource available for the children themselves. Speaking about the dyslexia-friendly elements of the book’s design and layout, author Shane Casey says, ‘they’re only

little changes, but they make a huge difference. We use a combination of special font, colour schemes, and layout to make it easier for children with dyslexia to read’. To strengthen their educational value, the books are accompanied by support materials for teachers. Mayor Peter Kavanagh added “I am delighted to see these books will be in our primary schools. Reading is a fantastic journey to amazing worlds, and dyslexia is all too often a locked door. These books could be the key to new adventures for many boys and girls.”

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Education Solutions, a Business Print company are calling Primary schools to enter their art competition. From COVID testing to close contact rules, you would be forgiven for thinking that a lot of what makes school fun for children has been removed for primary school children. A new art competition aimed at allowing children to free their creativity aims to change that with primary school teachers across Dublin encouraged to get their students to get creative and build resilience in them from childhood. Business Print has teamed up with the Jack and Jill Foundation and The Deputy Lord Mayor of Dublin and Britvic to stage a free art competition for primary schools aimed at encouraging children through this challenging time. Ivor of Business

Print said: “All children are capable of working through challenges and coping with stress. Resilience is the ability to bounce back from stress, adversity, failure, challenges, or even trauma. It’s not something that kids either have or don’t have; it’s a skill that kids develop as they grow. “Resilient kids are more likely to take healthy risks because they don’t fear falling short of expectations. They

are curious, brave, and trusting of their instincts. They know their limits and they push themselves to step outside of their comfort zones. This helps them reach their longterm goals and it helps them solve problems independently. Besides, having your artwork made into your School Diary cover is just cool!” For more information see https://new. businessprint.ie/ education-solutions/

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ARCHWAYS LAUNCH NEW FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN Archways which is based in Clondalkin, have launched an ambitious new Strategic Plan that sets out eight key strategic goals that maps out the work from now until the end of 2025.

The plan was launched at an online event on the 28th September attended by stakeholders, partners and funders from a range of organisations from across the country. Representatives of two of the organisations who fund the work of Archways formally launched the Strategic Plan 2021-2025 – Edel O’Malley, CEO at basis. point and Eifion Williams, National Service Director for Commissioning at Tusla. The Strategic Plan has been developed over the last eighteen months and it is built on Archways’ core values such as innovation, the development of quality services, delivering to those most in need and intervening at the earliest possible time. Archways’ vision is ‘to work towards an Ireland where children and families experiencing challenges have the capacity to create lasting positive change in their lives, with access to timely, high quality support programmes’. Jane Forman, Chairperson (Interim) of Archways

speaking at the launch said: ‘This plan has been developed as a collaboration between the Board of Archways and the staff. It aims to build on the work that Archways has been doing over the last 14 years. It will support us to move in new directions and increase our capacity to respond to the needs of children and families in Ireland. A rolling Implementation Plan is being developed in tandem with this Strategic Plan. This will be monitored by the Board and staff to ensure the its’ successful delivery. This has resulted in a plan that has a high level of ownership from the organisation as a whole.’

Hugh Doogan, CEO at Archways added: ‘During the process of developing this plan, Archways, like all services, has had to be innovative and adapt to the global pandemic. This period has reminded us of two important things. Firstly, that timely and caring supports can make the difference between families not coping and families prospering and growing stronger, and secondly that our team in Archways is deeply committed to their work and their flexibility and insight is an important resource both locally and nationally.

The plan will be amended to reflect emerging needs, responses and policies. It is ambitious and challenging. However, I believe with the support of our Board and the commitment and quality of our people, it is attainable. We will be responsive

to challenges and new opportunities to ensure it is. We look forward to working with a variety of partners at state, regional and local level to bring these programmes to children and families across Ireland, who can benefit so significantly from them.’

The incoming Chairperson of the Board of Archways John Curran highlighted at the event steps being taken by the organisation to improve governance and how foundations to support the successful implementation of the new plan are being put in place.

John Curran will take up the role of Chairperson on the 1st October 2021. Jane Forman will remain on the Board and take up the role of Chairperson of a newly established subcommittee, Strategic Planning & Services.

PEAMOUNT HEALTHCARE FINALISTS AT THE HEALTHCARE EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2021

Peamount Healthcare as finalists in the recent Healthcare Excellence Awards in the ‘Innovation in Service Delivery’ category was presented with it’s certificate. It recognises the achievement of the team in the set up and delivery of a specialist Level 2 Neuro Rehabilitation service during a pandemic. This is the first unit of its kind supporting the implementation of the rehabilitation strategy through a managed clinical rehabilitation network of key stakeholders across acute, community and primary care, integration in action, funded through Dublin Midlands Hospital Group from HSE Acute Strategy & Planning.

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€150K FOR LUCAN’S IRISHSPEAKING GAA CLUB Lucan’s all Irish speaking GAA club will benefit from funding to encourage Irish language use in the local community, a local TD has said. TD for Dublin Mid-West, Deputy Emer Higgins has welcomed the funding of €150k for Na Gaeil Óga CLG, an Irish-speaking Gaelic football, hurling and camogie club based in St. Catherine’s Park, Lucan and Phoenix Park, Co. Dublin. Speaking during a visit to Gaelscoil Naomh Pádraig in Lucan with Minister of State, Jack Chambers, Deputy Higgins said: “I am delighted to be able to visit Gaelscoil Naomh Pádraig with Minister for Sport and the Gaeltacht Jack Chambers, to see Na Gaeil Óga in action. “Na Gaeil Óga will receive €150k to begin a games development and community engagement

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program, which will be brilliant for the club” said Deputy Higgins. “The club already does brilliant work to promote the Irish language in Lucan and across Dublin and this funding will help them build on the work already being done by Na Gaeil Óga to promote the Irish language and Gaelic games. “Importantly, the funding will provide for language supports for the families of club members to help them improve their Gaeilge by playing a more active role in Na Gaeil Óga. “It’s much deserved funding for a brilliant club in Lucan – an asset to the local community,” included Deputy Higgins. “Comhghairdeas libh go léir,” concluded Deputy Higgins.

Mark Lavin Lucan Sarsfields is tightly marked by Round Towers Lusk players during the “Go Ahead” Dublin Senior Football Championship, Lucan Sarsfields v Round Towers Lusk at Parnell Park. Photo Credit: www.iLivephotos.com

TIME TO CHAMPION THOSE UNSUNG HEROES WHO GO ABOVE AND BEYOND FOR THEIR CLUB! The Federation of Irish Sport in association with EBS launched the 2021 Volunteer in Sports Awards recently.

Deputy Emer Higgins TD for Dublin Mid-West, Minister of State for Sport, the Gaeltacht & Defence Jack Chambers, Daithí de Buitléir, founding chairperson of Na Gaeil Óga CLG and young club members from Na Gaeil Óga CLG in Lucan at Gaelscoil Naomh Pádraig

will be one overall winner per county. Nominate your volunteer hero today at www.volunteersinsport.

ie and win €1000 for your local sports club, by simply nominating an outstanding Volunteer.

We all know how many fantastic and dynamic volunteers there are in so many of the clubs and sports locally, they should be recognised. The Federation of Irish Sport are asking you to nominate someone who has made a difference to your club and your community. Nominations are now open and will close on the 17th of October. There

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CFM GROUP TO SPONSOR NATIONAL LEAGUE AND NATIONAL CUP IN 3-YEAR DEAL

Irish Insurance company CFM Group has signed a threeyear deal with Basketball Ireland to become a major sponsor across the National Leagues and National Cup. The announcement was made at the launch of the 2021/22 National League season at the National Basketball Arena. The men’s Super League and Division One will now be known as the InsureMyVan.ie Super League and InsureMyVan.ie Division One. The women’s Super League and Division One will be named the MissQuote. ie Super League and MissQuote.ie Division One. Basketball Ireland’s prestigious National Cup, is now called the InsureMyHouse.ie Cup, at all levels of the game. The agreement with CFM will also see the company support Ireland’s national teams, as they return to FIBA EuroBasket qualification in November. InsureMyVan. ie is to become the lead sponsor of the men’s team and MissQuote.ie are a lead sponsor of the Ireland’s U20 women and a supporting partner of the Irish senior women’s team. Basketball Ireland’s Commercial Manager Conor Meany welcomed the new deal. “The timing of this announcement couldn’t be

better, as we head back into competitive domestic basketball for the first time in 18 months. It is a major endorsement of what we believe is possible in the sport and it is fantastic to have found a company that shares that vision. CFM Group are on a similar trajectory to us and have been growing rapidly over the past decade. We’re looking forward to working alongside them to grow their suite of brands and our sport over the coming years.” Jonathan Hehir M.D. of CFM Group said: “CFM Group with market-leading brands InsureMyVan.ie, MissQuote. ie and InsureMyHouse. ie are proud to partner with Basketball Ireland, to support the growth of the most popular indoor sport in the country. “As an Irish company employing local staff, our success is built upon a young Irish team of fully trained insurance specialists, motivated to be the best in the sector, delivering high quality low cost insurance to our customers. We are delighted to embark on this basketball sponsorship covering the National League, National Cup and international teams, supporting young men and women participating across the length and breadth of

the country.” The National League returns next week after an 18-month absence due to Covid-19. The first fixture of the season take place on Friday 8th October, with The Address UCC Glanmire hosting Team Garveys St. Mary’s in the Missquote. ie Super League. DCU Mercy were the 2019/20 women’s Super League champions, their opening game is a home tie against WIT Waterford Wildcats, on October 10th. Head coach Mark Ingle is itching to get back on the court: “We at DCU Mercy are really looking forward to the start of the women’s Super League on October 10th. It has been a long time trying to get back on the court, but onwards and upwards now for all involved. It should be a really exciting season, as I’d imagine all the players are hungry for the game as they have missed it.” Defending men’s Super League champions Belfast Star also don’t play until Sunday 10th October, when they host UCD Marian at De La Salle College. Head coach Adrian Fulton is eager to begin the defence of their Insuremyvan.ie Super League title. “We are very much looking forward to getting back to the cut and thrust of the league. It’s

obviously nice to be going in as defending champions, but that really counts for very little at this stage.

closely contested as in the previous few seasons, with lots of teams in with a shot at the title.

“Most teams will have very different playing rosters, including ourselves, and I’m sure the league will be as

We hope that the fans will take the opportunity to come out and support their teams and create a great

atmosphere, as they have done in previous years. From my perspective, we are definitely behind in our preparation. I hope we can be as competitive as possible in the opening month and will try to improve as the season develops.”

NEW THREE-YEAR SPONSORSHIP OF THE LADIES GAELIC FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION

CEO of the Ladies Gaelic Football Association, Helen O’Rourke pictured alongside Ciara Murray, Marketing Manager, Sports Direct, Sharon Lancaster, Brand Manager, Sports Direct and broadcaster and new Gaelic4Mothers&Others recruit Alison Curtis, following the announcement of Sports Direct’s new three-year sponsorship of the Ladies Gaelic Football Association’s Gaelic4Mothers&Others programme. The new deal will see Sports Direct providing support to all 220 Gaelic4Mothers&Others teams across the country, as well as helping to grow the fun, non-competitive and social programme even further. For more information on the Gaelic4Mothers&Others programme visit: https:// ladiesgaelic.ie/lgfa-hub/games-development/gaelic4mothersothers/ Pic Credit ©INPHO/James Crombie

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MOTORING LIFE WITH NEW NISSAN JUKE – A DYNAMIC REVOLUTION By Breda Corrigan

Nissan pretty much invented the superminiderived SUV/compact crossover class when it launched the first-generation Juke back in 2010. It offered buyers robust off-road styling and an elevated view of the road ahead, with the benefit of looking totally different to anything else on the road at that time. In fact, it is thanks to the commercial success of the original Nissan Juke that the market segment (often referred to as B-SUV) has become Europe’s biggest automotive market growth area. Petrol-Only Power. Nissan has launched the second-generation Juke with a new chassis and a new engine, built on a Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance model platform. Whereas the previous Juke had a specially adapted chassis used only by Nissan, and was available with a choice of petrol and diesel engines, the new Juke is available with just one engine, with Nissan having ruled out diesel power for the car entirely. The sole petrol engine in the new Juke is a three-cylinder turbocharged 1.0-litre unit with 114bhp. A sixspeed manual gearbox is standard, with the option of a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT) in all but the entry level trim level. There is no option to add all-wheel-drive, but that is not uncommon on small SUV’s such as the Juke. The new Juke combines the looks of an SUV and a coupé – just like the old model – and still has signature

touches such as bold circular headlights. However, it now has Y-shaped LED daytime running lights and Nissan’s distinctive V-motion grille to keep it in line with other models in the Nissan range, while new wheel designs also feature. Five Trim Levels. The new Juke is available in a choice of five trim levels – XE, SV, SV Premium, SVE and N-Design – while 15 combinations of twotone body colours mean you can express yourself like never before, with exciting interior colours to match for ultimate personalisation. Standard features across all trim levels include six airbags, Emergency E-Call System, ISOFIX, space saver spare wheel, Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Hill Start Assist, Intelligent Lane Intervention & Warning, air-conditioning, idle stop/start, DAB radio, Bluetooth with USB & AUX, 4.2” colour TFT screen, multi-function steering wheel with height adjustment, front & rear electric windows, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, front & rear LED lights with daytime running-lights, LED rear foglamps, and electric mirrors, along with many more comfort and convenience features. Moving up the trim levels will add even more in the line of desirable standard equipment, such as stylish alloy wheels (up to 19”), parking sensors, rear view camera,

and privacy glass, along with a suite of advanced safety systems and high-tech features. Test Car. My mid-spec Juke SV Premium DCT test car looked great in its striking Fuji Sunset Premium Metallic paintwork, with stylish 17” alloy wheels fitted as standard. The combination of sharp lines, dramatic lights and intriguing design accents provide the new Juke with a thoroughly modern and distinctive look, while sleek aerodynamics enable the new Juke to glide through the air for greater fuel efficiency and ultimate refinement on the move. The new Juke’s interior looks and feels great, while its infotainment system is much better than the previous model’s. All new Juke’s get Nissan’s sleek new Monoform seats with a single-piece backrest – similar to those found in many sports cars – and this adds a real sense of sportiness to the new Juke’s cabin. The new Juke has 422-litres of boot space with the rear seatbacks in place – an increase of 20% on the previous generation. It also comes with a handy adjustable boot floor that is easy to move up and down for greater practicality. With it in the raised position, there is enough space underneath to store the parcel shelf in the event that it needs to be removed to accommodate a bulky load.

On The Road. Producing 114bhp and 201Nm of torque, the Juke’s turbo-charged engine performs strongly around town and is capable of keeping up with fast-moving traffic on motorways too. There are three driving modes to choose from – Eco, Standard and Sport – and the Juke feels liveliest in the latter mode, while fuel consumption as low as 6.1l/100km (46mpg) is achievable on a WLTP combine driving cycle. The new Juke has more athleticism and handling poise than the average compact crossover, retaining the zippy dynamic appeal that helped to mark out the original Juke as a car intended for more energetic and youthful drivers as well as older ones. A new-found level of ride sophistication makes the new Juke more comfortable and pleasant than its predecessor too. Excellent grip and progressive body control enables the new Juke to feel quite agile, and this becomes evident on twisty country roads where the car feels very comfortable and confident. Verdict, Pricing & Warranty. Overall, the new Nissan Juke is good to drive, more spacious than its predecessor, and is right up-to-date in terms of infotainment and safety systems. Pricing for the new Nissan Juke start at just €23,395, with my SV Premium DCT test car priced from €28,350. A comprehensive 3-year/100,000km warranty comes as standard.

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OUTSOURCING OF WORK FUNDING EXTENSION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT CAUSING HOUSING PURE DELAYS Local politicians have raised concerns that the outsourcing of work to relet council homes is causing delays. The concerns were raised following the release of re-let times at the September County Council meeting. The average time to re-let a dwelling now stands at 26 weeks, or half a year. Compared to 5 years ago in August 2016 when the average time was 9 ½ weeks. At the same time there has been a doubling in the number of voids, or empty council homes, from 47 to 108. In a question submitted to the council meeting by People Before Profit Councillor Madeleine

Johansson the management outlined that the vast majority of re-let works are outsourced to private contractors. The average cost of the outsourced works was €22 658 per unit. In August housing maintenance workers held two one-day work stoppages against the outsourcing of their jobs. Cllr Madeleine Johansson commented: “There is an unacceptable delay in the re-letting of council homes. These homes are lying idle, boarded up for 6 months when they could be turned around much quicker. Instead of outsourcing these works we need the

council to hire more housing maintenance staff and apprentices that could do these jobs directly. Gino KennyTD for Dublin Mid West added: “We fully support the workers in their dispute regarding outsourcing. They are taking an important stand on this issue and deserve to be commended for it. “In the midst of a housing crisis we should not be privatising and outsourcing the important jobs done by the housing maintenance staff. We need to see more staff employed by our councils to help build, renovate and upkeep social housing in this constituency.”

Free 6 Week Photography Course This week, Palmerstown Camera Club (PCC) sees the start of their FREE 6 week beginners photography course to paid up members of the club. The course takes place on Wednesdays from 7-8 pm. This course is given by an award-winning photographer within

the club. The tutorials are informative with great tips on how to get the best out of you and your camera. Also, their speaker in Palmerstown Camera Club will be Dublin based photographer Anthony Lynch and his talk on Astro Photography. He has a love of astronomy and night sky photography. This will be an interesting tutorial to attend. People interested in joining the club or even attending one or two meetings free of charge to see how their photography could benefit from being a member can do so by contacting secpcc@ mail.com.

The image of a “Maynooth Chapel, Maynooth University” was taken by Miriam Power a photographer from PCC.

The Department of Environment, Climate and Communications, have announced that it is providing a funding extension to the environmental project, Pure (Protecting Uplands and Rural Environments), until the end of 2023.

In announcing the funding, Ossian Smyth, Minister of State with responsibility for Communications and Circular Economy, commented ‘I am very pleased to confirm Departmental funding for the Pure Project for a further three-year period. The positive impacts of the Pure Project are self-evident across the Wicklow/Dublin uplands. The statistics also show the benefits of this coordinated response to illegal dumping, via enforcement, deterrence and, most importantly, in the invaluable community projects and activities facilitated by the Project. Aside from the annual €115,000 contribution which my Department will make towards programme costs, we will also work with the Project team to provide sustainable funding for the Pure truck. I wish the Pure Project continued success with their excellent work. This year, my Department has announced a range of national initiatives and supports aimed at combatting illegal dumping and littering. This includes our new € 5 million fund for litter infrastructure. Via the Circular Economy Bill, to be published later this year, we will also look to underpin the use of CCTV and consider the range of fines applicable to dumping and littering activities via the Circular Economy Bill later this year.’ Pure is the first project of its kind in Ireland incorporating statutory and non-statutory organisations and stakeholders, including, The Department of Environment, Climate, and Communications, Wicklow County Council, South Dublin County Council, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, Coillte, National Parks & Wildlife Service, and the Wicklow Uplands Council. This unique partnership project was established

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to combat illegal dumping in the Wicklow/ Dublin Uplands and was officially launched in September 2006. Ian Davis, Manager of Pure, commented on the recent announcement; ‘On behalf of the stakeholders of Pure I would like to thank the Minister and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications, for their continued support. The success of Pure is based on multi-stakeholder collaboration and cooperation between all of the organisations involved in the project. This funding will enable the project to continue with our initiatives to combat illegal dumping in Wicklow/Dublin Uplands, further increase environmental awareness, and engage with the thousands of Pure Mile Volunteers who are dedicated to cleaning up the Wicklow/Dublin Uplands.’ Pure utilises a multi-disciplined approach in combating illegal dumping, incorporating a number of educational initiatives, environment/community projects – The Pure Mile, public awareness campaigns, regional/national media campaigns, enforcement and preventative measures, GPS/GIS data-base to record all illegal dumping sites, covert CCTV operations, and a dedicated vehicle, The Pure Truck, which removes illegal dumping from the Wicklow/ Dublin Uplands. The Pure Truck is on the road every day, and since the project was established, Pure has collected over 3,650,000kg (3,650 tonnes) of rubbish from over 13,000 illegal dumping sites in the Wicklow/Dublin Uplands with the project processing over 14,000 reports. If you were to put all the rubbish that Pure has removed from the uplands into standard household rubbish bags, they would fill over 400,000 bags. If you lined up all these bags on the road, they would stretch all the way from Dublin to Dingle. This recent announcement of funding enables Pure to purchase a new truck, as the current vehicle is fifteen years old.

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