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ACTION NOT WORDS
As news breaks of a third homeless person to lose their life in a week Sinn Féin Housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin TD has said that ‘the housing crisis needs action not words’. His comments were made as Minister Eoghan Murphy announced yet another high-level summit to discuss the homelessness crisis. Deputy Ó Broin said: “Last week, three people who were homeless have lost their lives. These tragedies should not
have happened. They are the direct result of a broken housing system that does not meet the needs of some of societies most vulnerable people. “Last week also saw the publication of deeply disturbing family homeless figures for Dublin showing yet another rise in the number of families and children living in emergency accommodation. “In response, Minister Eoghan Murphy has
called a high-level summit of officials from central and local government to discuss the deepening crisis. This will be the third homeless summit in four years. “The Housing and homeless crisis needs action, not words. More importantly, there is a need for a radical change of policy direction. Government is not doing enough to stem the flow of people into homelessness, nor are they doing enough to source the
permanent homes that people in emergency accommodation so desperately need. “People will be forgiven for thinking that this high-level summit is about optics and not substance. “When will the Government restrict the grounds on which landlords can serve vacant possession notices to quit when selling their properties? When will the Government give rental tenants greater rent certainty and security of tenure? When will government adopt an aggressive strategy for buying turn key properties available to purchase? When will the government start to unlock the potential of 180,000 vacant units across the state? “These are the actions that will start to turn the tide of chronic housing need and homelessness. Minister Murphy doesn’t need a high-level summit to do any of this. We just need to have the political courage and will to admit that his predecessors’ plans have failed and that he is going to do things differently.”
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MINISTER CONTINUING TO IGNORE SCOURGE IN SCRAMBLERS AND QUAD BIKES Published by: Newsgroup, Unit 3 Floor 2 St. Dominics Shopping Centre, St. Dominics Road, Tallaght, Dublin, D24 HK49. Titles: Tallaght News, Clondalkin News, Lucan News and Rathcoole & Saggart News Printed by: Meath Chronicle Distributed by: Local Post Co. Contact Details: Email: info@newsgroup.ie Website www.newsgroup.ie www.facebook.com/newsgroup.ie Twitter @NewsgroupIRL www.linkedIn.com/company/newsgroup Registered in Ireland: 497158 Tax and VAT Registration: IE 3354179CH Advertising: Anthony Russell Sales Director anthony@newsgroup.ie Design & Editorial: John Russell john@newsgroup.ie Administration: Sarah Brooks Office Manager admin@newsgroup.ie
Local Fianna Fáil TD, John Curran has said successive Minister’s for Transport have choosen to ignore the very serious escalating problem with the improper ownership and use of scrambler and quad bikes. Earlier this year, Deputy Curran received a commitment through parliamentary question that Transport Minister, Shane Ross would be holding a meeting with the Minister for Justice to discuss the need for legislation to deal with the dangerous use of scrambler bikes. This meeting has yet to take place despite a renewed promise as recent as July. “Quad Bikes and Scramblers are causing havoc in local communities across Dublin. In my own area of Dublin Mid-West it has become a serious problem that is now reaching a crisis point for some residents,” explained Deputy Curran. “Many young unlicensed and uninsured young people are driving quads and
scrambler bikes in housing estates and public spaces. This is posing a serious risk to the health and safety of the general public, while causing significant damage to the environment. “Many local residents have made me aware of their public safety concerns and of the degree of anti-social behaviour linked to the use of scramblers and other mechanically propelled vehicles in public spaces. “Minister Ross confirmed to me through our correspondence in late 2016 that he was in the process of arranging to meet with the then Justice Minister on the issue. “Ten months on and still no meeting between both relevant Ministers to coordinate a response,” he added. “There are bye-laws in place regarding how scramblers and quads can be used but can be difficult to enforce. It is crucial that we see greater enforcement and compliance with these laws to ensure young
people and their parents are encouraged to heed the dangers of improper use. “As the number of accidents and incidents of antisocial behaviour rise, a coordinated approach needs to be adopted by the Gardaí, the local authority and the wider community to clamp down on the improper use of scramblers and quads in our community,” concluded Deputy Curran.
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OUR FOUR NEWSPAPER TITLES TALLAGHT NEWS, LUCAN NEWS, CLONDALKIN NEWS AND RATHCOOLE & SAGGART NEWS NOW HAVE A COMBINED CIRCULATION OF 49,960 COPIES AS CERTIFIED BY THE AUDIT BUREAU OF CIRCULATION The Tallaght News launched in April 2006 and since then, Newsgroup has added three other titles Lucan News, Clondalkin News and Rathcoole & Saggart News. We have some exciting news at Newsgroup, as of the 17th of August, we are delighted to confirm that our four newspaper titles Tallaght News, Lucan News, Clondalkin News and Rathcoole & Saggart News now have a combined circulation of 49,960 copies as certified by the Audit Bureau of Circulation (ABC). Newsgroup is the only local Newspaper in the South West Dublin area which is certified by the ABC which shows our four titles have a guaranteed circulation every time. Newsgroup delivers fortnightly direct to households across the wide areas of Tallaght including Firhouse & Citywest, Lucan, Clondalkin and the villages of Rathcoole, Saggart and Newcastle. At ABC, their vision is to inspire market confidence by delivering a valued stamp of trust in the Republic of Ireland and beyond, across the media world. They work with, and on behalf of advertisers like you, to provide impartial, third party audited data for both traditional and digital media. The industry agreed standards against which they audit are developed by and on behalf of the media industry, through the consensus of reporting standards groups to provide confidence and accountability in reporting to advertisers, media
buyers and media owners alike. Anthony Russell Sales Director of Newsgroup commented “The Tallaght News has been long established and is complimented by three other titles Lucan News, Clondalkin News and Rathcoole & Saggart News. We are a local family run business and the ABC is not only a great achievement for a free local door to door newspaper but also a confirmation of our large circulation every two weeks!” This means, Newsgroup has completed the ABC rigorous industry standard audit which indicates that meet accepted industry-agreed standards and we provide accurate circulation claims. Our four title mastheads have been redesigned and are now unique to each area. Also, our website www. newsgroup.ie has been redeveloped and will provide an interactive online portal for advertisers and readers. We would like to thank you as readers and advertisers for your support and feedback over the last 11 years and now into the future! And of course keep your local news coming, as we are your local newspaper! For more information on Newsgroup, www. newsgroup.ie. To make contact call 01 4519000, email info@ newsgroup.ie or contact us through social media Facebook.com/newsgroup.ie Twitter: @NewsgroupIRL Instagram: @NewsgroupIRL
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O’CONNOR RENEWS APPEAL REGARDING TALLAGHT WEST BUS SERVICE Local Councillor Charlie O’Connor has renewed his calls for a community response to the ongoing threat to the bus service in Tallaght West. The matter has been raised at all recent meetings of the monthly Dublin Bus/Luas Community Forum which is held in Killinarden Enterprise Centre and attended by Tallaght Gardai, Dublin Bus Management and Union, Luas Management and Community representatives. He said that the meetings have heard reports of stone and missiles throwing, windows being broken, incidents on the buses and youths scutting on the back of the buses. According to Charlie O’Connor, everything possible must be done to preserve and protect the bus service to the community. He added that a partnership approach was required involving the Gardai, Dublin Bus, the Council and the local community. In that regard, he had brought his concerns in the matter to the direct attention of senior Gardai and Dublin Bus management and had appealed to them to ensure that everything possible was done to guarantee the full bus service. He added that the local community had a clear role to play in respect of this crisis and he particularly appealed to parents of young people involved in this anti social behavior to take action to illuminate the problem. He said that Councillor Brian Leech and himself, who attend the meetings of the Dublin Bus/Luas Community Forum, will continue to give this matter their particular attention and support efforts to deal with the crisis.
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OVER 5,000 FAMILIES SOUGHT BACK-TO-SCHOOL ASSISTANCE FROM SVP LAST MONTH
The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) received a record number of calls in August, which included calls from over 5,000 families seeking back-to-school help. That is about 40% of the requests for practical assistance received by the Society last month from households in need. This figure may even be understated according to the Society as SVP members often see families cut back on essentials like food and heating due to school costs. “Particularly at this time of the year, families approach SVP for help with utility bills or food shopping because of the pressure of buying uniforms, books and other materials and paying for the so-called ‘voluntary’ contribution.” said SVP spokesperson Tricia Keilthy. “Back-to-school this week has been a really exciting time for lots of children and their parents. But for many low income and struggling households, the preparation for the new school year has been a huge source of stress and anxiety, with the
prospect of further requests throughout the year for contributions for education, exam and extra- curricular expenses. “As well as the ordinary costs of school, some of the emerging issues that we see include the huge costs of Transition Year registration and trips and an increasing requirement for expensive digital devices. “Achieving in school can break the cycle of poverty, but if children don’t have the materials they need to learn, if they feel different because their uniform is too small, or they can’t take part in activities like their friends, that really influences their experience of school and educational progress. If we really want all to children to have good opportunities, we have to stop making cost a barrier to participation.” she said SVP is calling on the Minister for Education to start to make free education a reality with proper funding for schools and additional supports for parents.
While the increase in the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance this year was welcome, says SVP, it remains significantly below 2011 levels.
SVP members visit many families with parents in low
income work who are a few euros above the threshold and receive no state assistance. Capitation grants have also been reduced since 2010 meaning schools are seeking contributions from families to subsidise running costs.
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“Ann McDonnell and Lynn Lee are a breath of fresh air. They are so creative and so committed to volunteering and I’m delighted that their day in Corkagh Park was another success. The two sisters have raised around €50,000 for charity over the past seven years. This years event was held to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Research and it succeeded on both fronts. It was fantastic to be part of the event and amazing to see Corkagh’s main path lined with bras of all colours and sizes. There were some puzzled onlookers in the park but everyone was hugely supportive of the initiative and it was fantastic to see so many local women support this initiative. Well done to everyone who donated and congratulations to Ann and Lynn on their innovative fundraiser,” said Cllr. Emer Higgins.
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NEW ROAD MARKINGS ON MAYBERRY ROAD A HAZARD
Dublin South West TD, Seán Crowe, claims the new road markings on the Mayberry Road in the Kilnamanagh area of Tallaght are creating confusion and are not fit for purpose. The Sinn Féin TD said the signage has been a talking point in the area with motorists claiming the new markings for cars and busses are too narrow and has called on South Dublin County Council to review and remove the controversial markings. The local TD said he believes the markings are substandard, creating a traffic hazard to road users, and need to be removed. Deputy Seán Crowe said: “The ultimate nightmare for any road user is uncertainty, confusion, and a road signage layout that doesn’t make sense, but that is what is facing drivers on the
Mayberry Road in the Kilnamanagh area of Tallaght. “The new road markings for cars and cyclists have become a talking point with many expressing a real and genuine fear over the possible implications of the new road markings. It’s clear that the width of the road markings for cars and buses is way off and this is distracting to drivers. It is impossible for a large vehicle to stay within the current markings. I fear it will create a number of insurance problems if an accident should occur on that stretch of road. “As someone who regularly travels along the Mayberry Road, passing the Kilnamanagh Shopping Centre and towards the Greenhills Road, the challenge on the road is obvious. I am amazed and somewhat surprised that
someone from South Dublin County Council authorised and actually signed off on this particular road signage job. “The current road markings are confusing for motorists and cyclists because of the narrow gauge markings and must be a worry for the many bus drivers using this route. The road markings are so
narrow that a bus or even the smallest of motor vehicles would have difficulty staying within the current markings. “I am calling on South Dublin County Council to carry out a review and remove these markings that are clearly substandard, not fit for purpose, and creating a traffic hazard for road users.”
Dublin South West TD, Seán Crowe, claims the new signage is are not fit for purpose
DECISION BY IRISH WATER NOT TO PROCEED WITH BIOSOLIDS STORAGE FACILITY AT GREENOGUE WELCOMED
Local Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West John Curran has welcomed the decision by Irish Water not to proceed with a proposed Regional Biosolids Storage Facility at Greenogue. Commenting on the issue Deputy Curran said: “Irish Water was looking at a proposed site at Greenogue, Newcastle, for a Biosolids Storage Facility which I strongly objected to. The proposed site at Greenogue was situated very close to a childcare facility and to the residential
communities of Rathcoole and Newcastle. This area of Greenogue Newcastle/Rathcoole is zoned for Enterprise and Employment and to develop a Regional Biosolids Storage Facility at this location would be a waste of a well located scarce land resource and would be unproductive for employment in the area. For these reasons I am satisfied to hear that Irish Water has not identified Greenogue as the preferred site.”
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WE SHOULD NOT BE AFRAID OF PUBLIC SERVICE CARDS FOR ACCESSING STATE SERVICES
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Dublin MEP Brian Hayes said that the Government is right to continue the role out of the Public Services Card. The Fine Gael MEP has previously called for the introduction of a national ID card system, which the majority of EU Member States already have in order to improve public services. “I think it is right that a Public Service Card is required to access public
services. Our methods of documenting citizens has become outdated and needs to be modernised. It makes public services more efficient and user friendly for everyone.” “All 28 EU Member States except for Ireland, UK and Denmark issue their citizens with national identity cards with the majority of Member States making it compulsory to hold one. “The Public Service Card is
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DESPICABLE VIOLENT ATTACKS ON LOCAL DELIVERY DRIVERS MUST BE STOPPED Local Fianna Fáil TD, John Lahart has said that acts of violence on takeaway delivery drivers in the Dublin South-West must be condemned by all. Reacting to reports of the cruel assault on delivery driver, Satheesan Narayanan, Deputy Lahart said, “It is deeply upsetting that incidents of this nature are occurring in our community. Mr Narayanan was going about his work, earning a livelihood when he suffered this distressing assault. I know that so many in our area will share my outrage and condemn this violence. “The Garda division serving our area has suffered significant cutbacks in recent years but the fact is that we need a serious increase in Garda numbers patrolling and policing the Tallaght area to tackle anti-social behaviour including these despicable violent attacks. “Residents want to be assured that their streets and neighbourhoods are safe, but the Minister’s measures have created nothing but fear and anxiety among ordinary people living here. “Young people in particular must be aware that antisocial behaviour, especially unprovoked assaults will not be tolerated. A collaborative effort between community groups, youth services and parents would also help significantly to tackle challenging behaviour by some young people. “We require a strengthened police force that is active, visible and effective to deter young people from engaging in crime and violent behaviour. The Government must do more to ensure that the use of Garda resources is maximised to support our community.”
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NEWS FROM TALLAGHT DRUG & ALCOHOL TASK FORCE (TDATF) We hope this update finds you all keeping well and enjoying the last of the summer.
We are continuing our support for and promotion of the Crimestoppers campaign. You may have seen some of our posters in your local area, we have placed 200 posters on lampposts throughout our area of Tallaght & Whitechurch and they’re creating much discussion which we’re delighted about. We’re also promoting use of the line on our Facebook page, Website and various media sources including Tallaght News! We are asking people once again to use the Crimestoppers line to report any incidents of drug dealing and / or drug related crime, including
intimidation. Ph. 1800 25 00 25 If you have any information, however small, on drug dealing or related crime, please make the call! It’s completely safe and confidential. Together we can help make our communities safer and a happier place to live in. ABOUT TDATF We are 20 years old this year! Tallaght Drugs and Alcohol Task Force (TDATF) is one of 14 Local Drugs Task Forces set up in March 1997. 2014 marked the addition of alcohol to TDATF’s remit. TDATF facilitates an integrated response to alcohol and substance
misuse in Tallaght and Whitechurch, South County Dublin. A key function of TDATF is to assess the nature and extent of alcohol and substance misuse in the area and to coordinate responses. Membership of TDATF includes representatives from the statutory, community, voluntary and political sectors. Through a partnership approach TDATF provides oversight for the implementation of TDATF action plans, which coordinate all relevant alcohol and substance misuse programmes / initiatives in the local area. Effective partnership working remains fundamental in today’s challenging climate.
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The vision of TDATF is to be the central coordinating body in Tallaght and Whitechurch advocating on behalf of individuals, families and communities in relation to alcohol and substance misuse and related harm. Tallaght Drug & Alcohol Task Force in conjunction with South Dublin County Council, would like to invite you to our Alcohol Seminar, “Alcohol & Youth, Promoting Healthier Choices” This event will be held on Wednesday 20th September 10 am – 1.00 pm in Tallaght Stadium This event is part of South Dublin County Council’s Health & Well being week. We will have guest speakers on the day and will be showing a short video made by the students of Tallaght IT on behalf of the Taskforce. A full schedule will be confirmed soon & invites to the event will be on Event-brite and the link will be sent at a later date. To register your interest in attending or for more information, contact Fiona: fiona.murphy@sdcpartnership.ie or phone (01) 464 9300
South Dublin We’ll also be holding an information evening in early October, on TDATF and related services. This will form part of our recruitment drive for new volunteers – stay tuned for more info! For information on drugs and their effects go to: www.drugs.ie For more information on any aspects of the work of TDATF, please feel free to contact us: Grace Hill, Task Force Co-ordinator: ph. 464 9303 or email: grace.hill@sdcpartnership.ie Fiona Murphy, Alcohol Development Worker: ph. 464 9300 or email fiona.murphy@ sdcpartnership.ie Gráinne O’ Kane, Rehabilitation Co-ordinator: ph. 464 9307 or email grainne.okane@ sdcpartnership.ie Tallaght Drug & Alcohol Task Force South Dublin County Partnership Block 3, County Hall, Belgard Square North Tallaght, Dublin 24. Ph. 01 464 9303 Web: http://www.tallaghtdatf.ie/ f: https://www.facebook.com/tallaghtdrugandalcoholtaskforce
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GREATER USE OF THE PERSONAL ALERT SCHEME URGED Dublin South West Sinn Féin TD Seán Crowe has urged senior citizens to make better use of the Personal Alert Scheme.
Deputy Crowe made his call after two separate savage attacks on senior citizens were highlighted in the courts and believes that
the original scheme and the criteria for its access needs to be reviewed in light of its poor take up. Crowe said; “Like most
people I was horrified and extremely angry watching and reading the reports this week of vicious assaults on senior citizens in their homes by sick and depraved cowards and thugs. “Unfortunately these cases highlight in a scary and graphic way, the vulnerability of senior citizens, many of whom live in isolated areas. “The last thing I or anyone else wants to do is needlessly frighten or undermine the confidence of senior citizens, but I would urge more of them and their families, to consider taking up the Government’s Personal Alert Scheme that is currently undersubscribed. “Under a third of the €800,000 allocated last year was spent on the
scheme which provides personal alarms for those over 65 living alone and who meet the criteria. Lack of knowledge of the scheme or information on the organisations registered for the alert scheme may also be a factor in its low take up. “Considering the obvious need for this type of support service it is shameful particularly when you consider the amount of older people who could possibly benefit from the scheme. The low take up would suggest it needs to be reviewed and I will be urging the Minister Catherine Byrne who is responsible to do just that. “The Senior Alert Scheme enables many elderly to continue living securely in their own home. The alarms
are monitored on a 24/7 basis and allow older people who get into difficulty to receive instant support from family and friends or the Emergency Services. “Any starting point for building an inclusive society should be that no senior citizens should feel isolated or frightened in their own home and those who target them need to face the maximum sentencing available. “The Personal Alert Scheme can help. It breaks down isolation giving greater confidence to someone knowing that help is just a phone call away. Following this week’s awful stories I am personally appealing and urging greater take up of this scheme by senior citizens and their loved ones.”
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CHILLY MONKEYS DONATE 800 DINERS CARDS The Temple Street Children’s Hospital is very close to the hearts to the owners of Chilly Monkeys and they decided to give something back to the hospital staff in recognition of the fantastic and vital work that they do.
the 17th of August 2017 we visited the Temple Street Foundation and donated 800 Chilly Monkeys Diners Cards to the staff which have a value of €16,000.00, which will provide 30% off meals in participating restaurants for a year.
James Hall said “Instead of a money donation we wanted to give the staff something that they can really use themselves, so on
For a lot of us September means the summer break is coming to an end and it is time to get the kids ready to go back to school.
Unfortunately for so many families here in Ireland this is sadly not the case and this is where the fantastic work of The Temple Street Children’s Hospital steps in”.
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APPLY NOW FOR THE WINTER FUEL ALLOWANCE
Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West and Chair of the Social Protection Committee John Curran is urging older people to ensure that they get their applications for the Winter Fuel Allowance in to the Department of Social Protection on time if they want to avail of new lump sum payments. The deadline for this year is the 15th September. People now have the option of applying for a lump
sum instead of the regular weekly payment. “As part of changes to the scheme, following lobbying by a variety of older people’s organisations, the Department of Social Protection has agreed to the option of paying the Winter Fuel Allowance in two lump sums – €292.50 in October and the remaining €292.50 in January – or to continue to receive the weekly payments of €22.50”, explained Deputy
Curran. “This is a very positive development as it will allow people to buy larger quantities of fuel and avail of the discounts associated with bulk buying. Equally, it will allow people with oil heating to fill their tanks ahead of the winter cold spell, without having to worrying about paying such a large bill. “We need to remember that pensioners have fixed incomes and it can be very
difficult to pull together two or three hundred euros to pay for a delivery of oil. “I am calling on people in Clondalkin, Lucan and Palmerstown to ensure that if they want to receive the lump sum payments they ensure that they have their applications filled out and sent to the Department of Social Protection by the 15th September so that their payments can be logged and paid on time”.
CONGRATULATIONS TO TALLAGHT AND LUCAN PUBS AWARDED SKY BAR OF THE YEAR
The Sky Bar of the Year Awards have recognised the excellent bars, knowledgeable staff, high quality service, and innovation in the bar trade. Now in their twelfth year the Sky Bar of the Year Awards are the premium awards for the licensed trade. The Sky Bar of the Year Awards are dedicated to raising the profile of the licensed trade and reminding consumers of the excellent service and quality that exists today within the licensed trade. From long established traditional local
pubs to up-and-coming new arrivals, the Sky Bar of the Year Awards is the ultimate stamp of approval for the best of the best in the licensing industry. For more information http:// licensingworld.ie/ Pictured are George Roberts of Southern Comfort with Francis Worrall, Richard Molloy and Darren Brien all from Molloys Bar & Grill Tallaght which won Southern Comfort People’s Choice Dublin at the Sky Bar of Year Awards 2017 Inset: Donal Walsh of the
Penny Hill Lucan Winner of Local Bar Awards at the Sky Bar of Year Awards 2017 (Pic Credit: Paul Sherwood)
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BOXING GREATS LIGHT UP NEW STORE AND HELP NEW GENERATION Some of the greats of Irish boxing left the bright lights of the ring to unveil Dublin’s new lighting destination in Churchtown, and help the sport’s next generation in the process. Former Olympic bronze medallist Michael Conlon and Irish High-Performance Director Bernard Dunne opened the new Fantasy Lights destination showroom on Braemor Road. And they presented sponsored kit to youngsters Emma Harding, Shane Grant and Conor Dargan from Whitechurch Boxing Club who have excelled at the sport this year. Emma is the Monkstown BC International champion, Shane is the Dublin League Champion and Conor took honours in both the Dublin League and the Monkstown BC international tournament. Former World amateur champion Michael wore the Fantasy Lights branding in his recent super bantamweight bout in the US. He and Bernard joined the
design agency behind some of the world’s biggest retail and leisure luxury brands in unveiling the latest creation in the leafy destination of Dublin’s Churchtown The new Fantasy Lights destination showroom on Braemor Road has been designed by Chris DewarDixon and his company Four IV who create interiors for Harvey Nichols stores worldwide in locations as diverse at Doha, Baku, Hong Kong and Istanbul. They design for the world’s top luxury brands such as Burberry, Armani and the East India Company, a host of iconic hotels such as Raffles and the Mandarin Group and were also responsible for the design of the ground floor at Brown Thomas in Grafton Street. And according to the awardwinning creator, his work in designing Fantasy Lights’ new lighting destination showroom has produced a result to compare with any of his previous projects. “This store is purely about lights, and visitors will see products against specific
materials – so you will have garden lighting against green and deckingcolours for example, but presented in an imaginative way,” said Chris. “I got involved in the project when I met Fantasy Lights founder Gabriel Byrne through a mutual friend in the lighting industry and I was hooked by his vision of a lighting destination where a customer can go from advice all the way through to installation.”
advise, design, supply and install service which takes care of the full lighting process. “Lighting is fast becoming the mood setter for interior design, and more householders than ever are looking for pieces to set off a room. “Our new showrooms carry a vast, and in many cases
unique, range of highquality light fittings, handpicked for the Irish market. “As well as our own collections, we feature the Schuller and Elstead lifestyle ranges of living area lighting and a specially-curated collection of Tipperary Crystal chandeliers. “We have created a
destination bathroom range and are exclusive Dublin stockists for the stunning Marquis by Waterford collection. “Our garden section spotlights high-spec anticorrosion lighting for the Irish outdoors from such top names as Konstsimide and Elipta.”
One of the unique design features of Fantasy Lights 2,400 sq ft lighting destination is its clever sectionalisation, creating a flow through the showroom, beginning with a return to a more classic curved storefront window. “The showroom opens with living area lighting at the front and seamlessly moves through bathroom, kitchen and garden lighting,” said Gabriel Byrne of Fantasy Lights. “In what is a one-stop destination, we also have a specialist energy advice centre and our unique
Former Olympic bronze medallist and World amateur champion Michael Conlon and Fantasy Lights founder Gabriel Byrne at the opening of the new Fantasy Lights lighting destination showrooms at Braemor Road in Churchtown. (Picture: Suzanne Collins)
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CALL ON BANK OF IRELAND TO RESCIND ITS ATM DECISION
Dublin South West TD, Seán Crowe, has expressed his surprise at Bank of Ireland’s decision to remove the Irish language option from its ATMs. Crowe described the decision as a surprising and retrograde step. Teachta Seán Crowe said: “The removal of the Irish language option from Bank of Ireland’s ATMs is a backward step and a denigration of Irish language rights. This uncalled for and retrograde step is out kilter with Irish values and Irish sentiment, and will come as a surprise to many Bank of Ireland customers. “The banking sector, which is already discredited in many people’s eyes,
has been extremely slow in facilitating Irish language speakers. It is currently impossible to get statements, online banking or any customer service in Irish anywhere. “Bank of Ireland as the largest bank in Ireland has been somewhat unique in making an effort to simply facilitate the Irish language with the provision of ATMs with an Irish option. “This cost, little if anything, met the needs of tens of thousands of its customers and allowed the bank to show that it values the Irish language, a key element of our identity. “However, in a very disappointing move it seems
“THERE IS A SERIOUS LACK OF CONSIDERATION REGARDING THE IRISH LANGUAGE AND IRISH LANGUAGE RIGHTS AMONGST THE PRIVATE SECTOR WHICH IS UNACCEPTABLE” that the Bank is rowing back on this small but valued option. There is a serious
lack of consideration regarding the Irish language and Irish language rights amongst the private sector which is unacceptable. “It is well known that the provision of Irish in branding, marketing and customer service is good for business. Even those without the language appreciate it when Irish is valued by private sector business. By this move Bank of Ireland is devaluing the Irish language. “Irish based banks and their loyal customers have been beset by many catastrophic financial and personal problems in the last decade. Irish citizens and hard pressed taxpayers have had
to dig deep and without ever being consulted, have been forced to come to their rescue. “Surely the very least that Bank of Ireland could do is include in their corporate responsibility the simple option of communicating with their customers in this cost free manner in
the national language of their choice. Shame on Bank of Ireland’s senior management for taking this uncalled for and unnecessary decision. “This proposal is a retrograde step, it is out of step with Irish values and Irish sentiment, and it should be rescinded.”
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ILLEGAL DUMPING IN DUBLIN COSTING THE TAXPAYER WHILE SPOILING COMMUNITIES
Fianna Fáil Dublin Spokesperson, John Lahart TD has raised concerns regarding the rise of illegal dumping across Dublin, and in particular the South Dublin region. According to the annual report published by South Dublin County Council, almost 5,000 tonnes of illegal waste was collected by council authorities last
year. This marks an increase of close to 1,000 tonnes in comparison to the year previous. He said, “Every week I receive reports from Dublin residents about illegal dumping in their community. In many cases, bags of household refuse are being dumped in widely used public spaces which raise major public health
concerns for families and the environment as a whole. “We know from figures provided in South Dublin County Council’s report that less and less people are facing fines or sanction for illegal littering as only 434 fines were issued out of close to 4,000 complaints. It appears to be proving difficult to obtain evidence to identify those carrying
out any illegal dumping. “There are just a handful of officers employed to enforce important by-laws which makes it virtually impossible for them to monitor what is the most densely populated urban area in Ireland. He added, “Dublin city residents are therefore forced to put up with litter, fly-tipping and dumping
far too regularly. I believe that increasing the level of resources that are currently available, including the number of officers, could help properly combat illegal dumping across Dublin. CCTV surveillance is also essential in clamping down on this issue in dumping black spots. “The cost of illegal dumping ultimately falls back on
the taxpayer and is only set to increase further as the problem worsens. If this issue is not adequately addressed soon, it will eventually begin to impact heavily on local authority budgets and negatively burden our economy as a whole,” concluded Deputy Lahart.
The National Transport Authority’s 10th annual walking challenge will take place from Monday 4th of September to Sunday 1st of October 2017 and newly elected Mayor of South Dublin County Council Cllr. Paul Gogarty has challenged staff in South Dublin County Council to get walking. Who can walk the furthest …Planners? Architects?
Engineers? Admin? Porters? Could it be Library or General Services staff…….. who knows!! The Step Challenge creates a bit of ‘healthy’ competition within organisations, and staff in South Dublin County Council have enrolled in the programme once again this year. Mayor Gogarty said “During my acceptance speech
at the Council’s Annual meeting in June this year, I set out a number of themes I wish to pursue during my term as Mayor. Highlighting health initiatives along with positive mental and physical wellbeing were just some of those themes. That’s why I’m delighted to promote this healthy workforce initiative for both Council staff and
staff in other organisations countywide, which also promotes sustainable transport options for workers. I look forward to taking the step challenge myself to see how many kilometres a busy
Mayor clocks up in a week.” The Step Challenge is a fun, free walking challenge where teams of 3-6 people aim to increase their daily step counts, to have fun and to win prizes! The initiative is run by
the National Transport Authority. Further information on the Step Challenge and the Smarter Travel Workplace public awareness programme is available here http://www. stepchallenge.ie/
MAYOR ENCOURAGES COUNCIL STAFF TO STEP UP TO THE CHALLENGE
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HIGGINS ANNOUNCES 2017 4 DISTRICTS FUN DAY – 16TH SEPT. Local Councillor Emer Higgins has announced details of the fifth annual 4 Districts Fun Day which takes place on Saturday 16th September in Rathcoole. “The 2017 4 Districts Fun Day will take place on Saturday 16th September in the Rathcoole Community Centre from 1.30pm-5pm. To mark our fifth year running the event for the communities of Rathcoole, Newcastle, Saggart and Brittas we’ve some special additions to the popular line up including a choo-choo
train for the kiddies and an inflatable obstacle course,” said local Councillor for the area Emer Higgins who helps organise the event. “There will be lots of entertainment on offer for the whole family with everything from a fairground carousel, music by local musicians including the RAMS in Rhythm, James Hickey and Peter Gaynor, pop-up market stalls, magic shows, a toddlers area, a Dublin Civil Defence Fire brigade and Garda motorbike and horse, sports competitions run by our
local clubs and a shows by Dancity and the Rathcoole Twirlers,” continued Higgins, the new Leader of the Fine Gael Group on South Dublin. “As always, the attractions will all be primarily free of charge and monies raised through the raffle and BBQ will be donated to the 4 Districts Day Care Centre. We have a small organising committee who work throughout the summer to put this event together and I’d like to thank Neville Graver, Treasa Kelly, Christy
McDonnell, Tricia O’Halloran and Anne O’Reagan who sit on that committee with me and do amazing work. The event wouldn’t be possible without the support of the staff at the Rathcoole Community Centre, South Dublin County Council, and our sponsors who make the day happen each year. Mark September 16th in your diary because this is one day you won’t want to miss,” concluded Cllr. Emer Higgins, local Councillor for Clondalkin, Newcastle and Rathcoole.
‘It’s funny, the more I practice the luckier I get!’
As ever, it’s the great business of Golf at the Carr Golf Centre at Spawell, as golfers look to Autumn and Winter for practice facilities and coaching programmes. “Contrary to recent rumours, it’s most certainly business as usual here at the Carr Golf Centre. We have just poured 15,000 new balls into our 48 bay floodlit driving range, our opening hours are great and we are very competitively priced. We’ve improved the Pitch and Putt, and our latest coaching programmes are up and running. We’re absolutely ready for Autumn/ Winter practise,” says Golf Manager Damien Hickey. Carr Golf Centre’s two tier driving range, at the M50 Templeogue/ Tallaght exit, is easy to access, has ample parking and opens Monday to Friday 9am – 10pm, and Saturday and Sunday 9am – 8pm (last balls 30 minutes before closing). There are 10 open grass bays and private tuition bays. Last tee time on the Pitch and Putt course is two hours before sunset.
“There is so much going on. The green-keepers are completing a refurbishment of the greens on the Pitch & Putt while the annual maintenance programme continues across the rest of the course to deliver high standards. As always, the Golf shop, club fitting and repair centre and Coaching Academy are open and busy. Autumn’s Coaching Programmes kick off this week, with Adult Group Lessons, Short Game Classes and Half Day sessions. Now’s the time to improve your golf and Carr Golf Centre is the place to do it!” added Damien. The Autumn Coaching Programmes includes five week Adult Group Lessons (from €95), Short Game Focus and Half Day Golf Schools (from €65), all bookable on the phone on 01490 7990 or online here. The Carr Golf Centre also houses the Spawell Squash Centre, two courts, bookable over the phone on 01-490 7990, for social squash. Visit www.carrgolfcentre.com for full details and to sign up to their newsletter.
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THE PLAZA’S SUPER SLIMMERS
The Super Slimmers Plaza Hotel Wednesday evening group have lost a whopping 38 stone in one month, since Sharon Coleman took over as a new permanent consultant 17 week’s ago, the group has grown with great weight losses. One member who joined the same night Sharon took over is Pauline Kelly. And Pauline would like to tell you a little bit about her journey.
doors of slimming world, I heard great results from it. Pauline says “I’m a true believer that no one is going to come knocking on your door and make you do something. You need to get out there. So when I arrived I was met by my consultant Sharon Coleman. Sharon explained food optimising in great detail. I knew there and then the Slimming World Plan was for me.
17 weeks ago I built the courage to go through the
“You can eat all this food and still lose weight. When
Sharon weight me at the end she reassured me that I’d never see that number again, and she was right. I went home and honestly ate lovely meals all week and taught that no way can I eat all this and still lose weight. So the following Wednesday I went back to group and was amazed I had lost 3 1/2 lbs, I just couldn’t believe I ate chips, steak, pasta and burgers that week, I was delighted, as the weeks went on the weight kept coming on 2lb 3lb 4lb only this week I actually lost 5
1/2 lbs bringing my total weight-loss in 17 weeks to 2 stone 9 lbs. When Sharon gave me my 2 1/2 stone award this week I was so overjoyed, I couldn’t believe it.
“AWARD WINNING GROUP CHANGING LIVES” WOMEN OF THE YEAR 2017 FROM THE MALDRON HOTEL TALLAGHT
Since starting my own journey I have inspired my own daughter Suzanne to join she has also lost 2 stone. Since I’ve lost weight and also recovering from a knee operation I know go walking I love it been pain free from my knee and with the weight down I really feel it more energy and confident. I now love going out especially clothes shopping. Pauline is living proof you can be any age even with medical conditions and still lose weight. We asked Pauline what would be your top tip to anyone reading this. She says “ BELIEVE IN YOURSELF” JOIN GROUP, and I promise that’s the hardest part done. Just get ready for Slimming World to change your life”. I really look forward to group every week everyone is so nice and we get great support tips and great recipes for the week ahead. If like Pauline you want to start your journey. Pauline attends
Pauline (left) before joining Slimming World and (right) after losing 2st. 9lbs.
Plaza Hotel every Wednesday evening 5:30pm/7:30pm Or Killinarden Knockmore Junior School every Tuesday evening 5:30pm/7:30pm
Pamela Malone Consultant at The Maldron Hotel Tallaght group recently celebrated with the groups ‘Women of The Year’ who have lost a combined 87 stone. Pam was delighted to present awards to group members and commented “Our Women of The Year have a combined loss of 87 stone, which is just incredible, I am so happy for every single one of them. One of the most amazing losses was Mary Nicholl and her daughter Terri who have lost a combined 17 stone to date”. Times for Pam’s group: Every Monday at 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm. And Tuesday mornings at 9:30 am. For further information contact Pam today 086 1231774 or see www.slimmingworld.ie. Mary Nicholl pictured with Pam, lost 10 stone after attending Pam’s Maldron Hotel Tallaght group.
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NEW TECHNOLOGY PUTS CENSUS 2016 ON THE MAP Researchers at ADAPT Help OSi and CSO to Publish Ireland’s Census 2016 Information
The ADAPT Centre for Digital Content Technology in collaboration with Ordnance Survey Ireland and the Central Statistics Office have recently published the findings from Ireland’s Census 2016 online. This information has been made available at http:// census2016.geohive. ie/. On this website, the CSO statistical data from the 2016 Census and OSi geospatial boundary data have been fused together to provide almost 500 layers of geo-statistical information, visualised as colour coded thematic
maps or downloadable as Open Data. Visitors can access statistics in any of the 15 Census themes, including Education, Commuting, and Housing. The interactive website also provides instructional videos and tools to build your own StoryMap, enabling public users to interact with the latest Census data to the fullest. ADAPT have supported this project from conception, as Lorraine McNerney, General Manager for Geospatial Systems at OSi, explains: “This initiative from OSi and the CSO builds on
a collaborative project with the ADAPT Centre which developed boundary information as Linked Data on the Web. On this site, Census 2016 datasets have been combined OSi’s official boundary data to link geography and statistics. This project is a tangible application of the project results where end users and web developers will be able to interact with some of OSi’s key data sets and content in more intelligent, exciting and creative ways.” The ADAPT Centre, a world-leading research centre funded by Science Foundation Ireland, have
DUBLIN SEES SOLID TOURISM GROWTH
Fine Gael, Dublin South West TD Colm Brophy has welcomed the latest official data on overseas data from the CSO. “Dublin has seen an increase in annual overseas visitor numbers of nearly 2.3 million since 2010. “The first seven months of this year have seen over five and a half million visitors to our shores. Overall trips to Ireland were up 3.1% compared to the same period in 2016. “The tourism sector has played a crucial role in the Irish economic recovery. Measures such as the retention of the 9% VAT rate on tourism services have been significant in helping our tourism sector weather the recession. “The figures show that the number of North American and European visitors continues to surge ahead, despite a slight drop in numbers from the UK. “In Dublin, the numbers employed in tourism continue to grow with an increase of 27,300 since 2011. These jobs are vital to our economy and communities.
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FOOTBALL FOR ALL STRATEGY LAUNCH WITH JAMES CASSERLY The Football Association of Ireland launched its Football For All Strategy 2017-2020 in front of a large crowd, which included An Tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald, in The Marker Hotel. Made up of five pillars (Participation, Organisational Development, Education, High Performance, Communications & Promotion), the Strategy aims to build on the fantastic work that has been done in all facets of the Football For All programme to promote inclusion in football on a far greater scale. Catering for anyone with a disability who wants to play football, the programme has made huge strides since its inception in 2002 with more players than ever before involved, over 35 clubs around the country, and notable progression made at international level. FAI CEO John Delaney said: “The Football For All programme has been a big success story for the FAI in recent years with excellent work being done all around the country. It was an honour to launch the new Strategy, which will help the programme grow even more and enable us to cater for more players in communities that deserve to have the opportunity to play football should they want to. “The programme includes a variety of disciplines including Cerebral Palsy, Blind, Deaf, Powerchair, Amputee, Frame Football and many more. And that shows just how inclusive
the programme is. We are thankful for the support of Government, our sponsors Tetrarch Hospitality, and all of the volunteers who help us to maintain this programme and we look forward to working with them in the future.” Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Shane Ross said: “As Minister for Sport, I want to ensure that everybody, regardless of their ability or background, is provided with opportunities to participate in sport and to share in the benefits that physical activity can bring. “I want to acknowledge the great work the FAI is doing in making football available in so many communities around the country. It has developed excellent national programmes, including Football For All, that provides opportunities for so many people to participate in sport.” Minister of State for Tourism and Sport Brendan Griffin said: “It is extremely important that people with disabilities have every opportunity to participate in sport and physical activity for all the same reasons as for those who do not have a disability. “The FAI has been using football as a way to effect social inclusion by developing football opportunities for all players with a disability and has had a hugely positive impact for all its participants and for society.”
Football For All Launch with Minister Frances Fitzgerald, Lucan Football star James Casserly, Cllr Vicki Casserly and FAI CEO John Delaney
CLASSES AT TALENTED KIDS PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL AND MVW TALENT AGENCY RECOMMENCE SEPTEMBER 2017 Classes at Talented Kids Performing Arts School and MVW Talent Agency recommence September 2017. The performing arts school has two locations the first in Clondalkin, Dublin 22 and second in Kilcullen, Co Kildare. In the Clondalkin location classes recommence on Friday 15th of September at Scoil Mhuire School Hall, Convent Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. And the Kilcullen location classes start back in Kilcullen Community Centre on Saturday the 16th of September. Classes are varied and include Singing,
Aleah Lennon age 6 on set of new upcoming Feature film: “The Man Who Invented Christmas”. Aleah stars as “Mamie Dickens”, Charles Dickens daughter played by Dan Stephens (“Beast” from recent worldwide release of Beauty and the Beast). The film also features Christopher Plummer (Captain Von Trapp from Sound of Music)
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“Whatever happens, it will be an entertaining fight”
The Tallaght boxer faces Bray’s Regan Buckley in a six round super bantamweight contest on the ‘Celtic Clash 3: Building Champions’ card at the National Stadium on Saturday September 9th. The card is headlined by former amateur star and RTÉ pundit Eric Donovan, who faces Welsh champion Dai Davies for the BUI Celtic featherweight title, but much of the attention has been focused on the McDonald-Buckley matchup which many feel may steal the show. All Irish pro boxing match-ups are rare enough – but at McDonald and Buckley’s stage of their careers they are almost unheard of. ‘The Cobra’ only debuted last year and currently has just two pro
fights, while his opponent only has one. A fight that has seen both commended for their refreshing bravery, there have also been some that view it as a silly and unnecessary risk. 28 year old McDonald though has a message for those of this view. “I say they are the ones that are mad, I’m not getting any younger and at least I will be in a fight this time,” said McDonald in reference to his two relatively facile victories over negative journeyman opponents. “I know I can’t just turn up and win. I’ll have to work for the win and when I will it will feel all the better as a result. They [Team Buckley] asked me to fight and I didn’t have to think
twice about it.” “It’s a no brainer, I can’t wait for it, training’s going great. we’re training here, preparing to do damage. I’ve noticed a lot of people are interested in this fight and I’m glad because these are the fights we need to be taking to be putting bums on seats.” McDonald has recently signed with Boxing Ireland Promotions, the outfit behind the card on September 9th, and Stephen Sharpe described how “In a division where there is very little domestic competition and a scarcity of opponents across Europe at that weight, both lads have taken the brave decision of facing each other at this time in their careers. This is a win-win for both lads who
GOVERNMENT MUST DO MORE TO PROMOTE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FOR KIDS AS THEY HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL
Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West says the Government needs to put in place a national campaign to help promote fitness and wellbeing amongst children as a new school year is set to begin. Deputy John Curran made the comments after the initial findings of a national study of exercise levels among primary school children found that their motor skills are chronically under-developed due to a lack of physical exercise. The ‘Moving Well – Being Well’ study is being carried out by Dublin City University in collaboration with the GAA. “The initial findings of this study are shocking. The research team have found that many Irish children cannot perform basic tasks such as jumping, catching a
ball or throwing overhand. There are a number of factors which have led to this situation including overuse of electronic devices, overly cautious parents and a lack of structured sports activities in schools,” explained John Curran. “The Government needs to get serious about dealing with inactivity amongst children. A national campaign is needed to promote physical exercise and sporting activities. “We are already playing catch-up on this issue. We can’t afford to wait any longer before taking decisive action to promote fitness. The Government should be ready to implement a national campaign to coincide with the publication of this important research,” concluded Deputy John Curran.
regardless of the result can increase their profile while progressing to contend for domestic title in the near future.” It has been a feisty build up to the bout and it will only get more heated as fight night approaches. Both were winners at the 2015 National Intermediate Championships, with Buckley taking the light flyweight crown while McDonald, who was the last fighter to box out of the famous Golden Cobra club, won top honours at bantamweight. Now a natural flyweight, 20 year old Buckley is jumping up three weight divisions for the fight, and McDonald is predicting pain for the youngster. Whatever happens, it will be an entertaining fight. Buckley impressed massively on his debut in August, while McDonald
brings an all action style to the table. Headlined by the DonovanDavies title fight, the Celtic Clash 3 card also features Stephen McAfee, Martin Quinn, Regan Buckley, Colin O’Donovan, Chris Mullally, Michael Gallagher, Niall O’Connor, James Cahill, Gerard Whitehouse,
Bernard Roe, John Joyce, and Colin O’Donovan. There are a number of tickets types available, starting from €15 for under 15’s up to €100 (VIP Premium) and are available to buy by calling 085 723 6164 or online at www. ticketmaster.ie.
Tallaght boxer, 28 year old McDonald
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AA RESCUE SEES INCREASE IN ELECTRIC CAR CALLOUTS
Many conventional vehicles no longer coming with a spare wheel as standard In a sign of what the future may hold for Irish motoring AA Rescue has seen an increase in the number of breakdowns reported that relate to an electric vehicle, with almost 20 such breakdowns reported already this year.
Creative Sewing, sewing classes for kids(and adults) in Rathangan,weekly and midterm workshops too. Creative Sewing recently entered two amazing quilts in the Festival of Quilts Competition at the NEC Birmingham and the great news is that they got 2nd and 3rd place in the primary section.They were delighted as you can well imagine, as entries were from all over Europe. Creative Sewing will be exhibiting these quilts as part of culture night this
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September in shop windows locally and in Whytes Fabric Shop, Newbridge. Creative Sewing will take part again this year in Culture night with free workshops on the 22nd and 23rd September,at their studio on Main Street Rathangan. If you want to check out kids in action,they have a new facebook https://www.facebook.com/CreativeSewing-1389880167755962/ Pictured are the Creative Sewing group with their winning quilts
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Charging unit issues or vehicles running out of charge are among the key reasons for electric car breakdowns according to AA Rescue, which has invested heavily in recent months to train its roadside technicians in the latest motoring technology. “2-3 call-outs per month may not seem like much for us as we’ll attend well over 100,000 cars this year.” Says Commercial Director John Farrell “But it’s the start of a trend and we expect to see many more. While some of the electric car issues we’ve witnessed to date have been mechanical problems, such as a charging unit failing to attach properly, in other cases such as a car running out of charge the breakdown is very much self-inflicted.” “As part of our on-going efforts to address emerging motoring technology and the future of Irish motoring, our AA patrols receive regular training meaning they’re fully prepared to deal with a breakdown whether it’s a conventional car or a more modern electric vehicle. Unlike many other breakdown assistance providers who may not cover self-inflicted breakdowns, AA Rescue also covers you in the event of your electric vehicle running out of charge as
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we have access to our own electric vehicle charge points.” However, in addition to charging issues which are specific to electric vehicles, the absence of a spare wheel in many electric or hybrid vehicles is the cause of almost half of such breakdowns reported to AA Rescue to date. The breakdown assistance provider is highlighting a growing trend which affects all car types, where a spare wheel is no longer provided as standard due to an effort to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions. However, due to internal space being taken up by their batteries, electric cars already have reduced boot space and as a result are more likely to come without a spare wheel. “A spare wheel can weigh on average up to 20kg which may not seem like much but over the course of a year’s driving that weight adds up and could actually result in a car being placed into a different emission band and change how the car would be taxed. As a result, across the industry there’s a growing trend to omit the spare wheel and unfortunately many motorists don’t realise this until they find themselves with a flat tire,” Farrell added. “While electric cars are a part of Irish motoring today and will certainly play a much bigger role in the future, as the technology is still improving and being worked on they currently have less internal space due to the battery size of these vehicles. This may well change in the future, but for now it is an issue electric car owners need to be aware of.”
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EXCITING COURSES AT BRAY INSTITUTE
Over recent years many new avenues have opened up to students in pursuit of their dream career. According to Gabriel Allen, Deputy Principal at Bray Institute of Further Education (BIFE), “Further Education offers a learner, who may not have achieved the CAO points they wanted, the opportunity to gain advanced entry onto honours degree programmes, both in Ireland and abroad. It is also a very supportive route for the mature student”. He added, “The comprehensive range of courses available at BIFE provides an excellent opportunity to anyone who wants to advance their qualifications enhance their employment potential or progress their career.
this course is that classes are mainly in the morning so that Learners will have the afternoons free. You will learn a host of practical skills in Computer Applications & Digital Marketing. You will be offered the opportunity to be proficient in Word, Excel, Access and Outlook and how to use a variety of Social Media as a major marketing tool. Learners will develop an online presence through digital marketing and learn about Web design and will create websites. These skills are in demand in a wide range of business who recognise more and more the importance of selling via the web. BIFE has designed this course to suit those who have a busy life.
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option, Bray Institute have just the course to help you achieve your goals. Furthermore, this course at BIFE is certified by the Irish Pharmaceutical Union (IPU) and supported by Pharmacies. You’ll learn information technology skills, customer service, stock control, teamworking and many more skills associated with the pharmacy retail sector, including health and beauty.
A CAREER WORKING IN HEALTH SPA MIGHT WELL SUIT YOU Luxury hotels, cruise ships and many complementary health centres are seeking qualified staff to work in their Health Spas. With the renewed emphasis on Wellness, therapies such as Swedish Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy are in big demand. Bray Institute offers courses in these and other therapies such as Stone therapy and Reiki. You can study these therapies at Bray Institute in the mornings and gain a valuable ITEC Diploma which is the internationally
recognised standard. BIFE graduates have had outstanding success in making careers in this field of complementary therapies. NEW COURSES AT BIFE
BIFE have a new preuniversity course starting this year in Engineering, running in conjunction with IT Tallaght. The first year will be completed in BIFE. Further years are then completed in IT Tallaght. Following on from the new Professional Cookery
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progression routes to higher education, yet you don’t need CAO points to study at Bray Institute,” said Allen. To discover more about what’s on offer at BIFE, prospective students are invited to attend an ‘Open Evening on any Wednesday in September between 4pm and 6pm.
“There are also many opportunities for mature students who want to break into the world of paid employment. All courses have valuable accreditation and certification and offer
Places are still available on these courses but do hurry as they are filling fast. You can call the Institute during office hours on 01-2829668 or log on to www.bife.ie and apply on-line.
THERE IS A BIG DEMAND FROM PHARMACIES FOR THE SKILLED COUNTER STAFF
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STARCAMP CHILDREN CHOSEN AS IRELAND’S LITTLE RADIO PRESENTERS! This Summer, over 15’000 children across Ireland attended Starcamp. To celebrate STARCAMP’s 10th anniversary, they teamed up with TodayFM to find Ireland’s newest little radio reporters. Patrick Dyar (Kinsale Starcamp) David O’Sullivan (Mitchelstown Starcamp) Tori Trower ( Mullingar Starcamp) Cathy Finn( Ballymote Starcamp) and James Hawkshaw (Claremorris Starcamp) were the 5 lucky children chosen! They all travelled to Dublin during the week to report on their local news, which will be broadcasted on TodayFM on Friday 25th
August. Congratulations to them all! STARCAMP is aimed at children ages 4-12. Along with news & weather reporting, at Ireland’s No 1 Performing, fun & games camp children sing, dance, act, do arts & crafts, play games, take part in a superhero masterclass taught by a real superhero and so much more – all while they grow in confidence. Every Summer Starcamp runs over 40 locations in Dublin alone! For further information, check out our website WWW.STARCAMP.IE OR CALL US ON 021-4377900.
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MIRACLE PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you for a very special one. Take it, dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days. Promise publication and favour will be granted no matter how impossible. Never known to fail.J.O’D.
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Approximately 3,840 children with a lifelimiting condition are living in Ireland today, with close to 700 needing the specialised care provided by LauraLynn. Tragically, close to 350 children with a lifelimiting illness die each year, most within their first year of life. Since opening in 2011, LauraLynn has cared for more than 325 children and their families and provided more than 265,000 hours of short stay care provided to children in LauraLynn
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