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“The best way to begin to solve the homeless crisis is for Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil to begin to speak”

Independent TD for Dublin South West Katherine Zappone has brought the views of her constituents to negotiations for a For Programme Government with a view to forming a stable Government.

Speaking from Leinster House, Independent TD Katherine Zappone said:

“During the recent general election, I promised to be part of a dialogue with any individual or group seeking to form a stable government. Since the

election, I have brought my priorities contained in my manifesto to this dialogue and been involved in marathon talks with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael over the past few weeks. These priorities are rooted in my track record and ongoing vision and commitment to economic justice and social justice, reflected in my priorities to progress equality and fairness for the people of Dublin South West."

“Having worked in the community for 30 years, and then knocking on tens of

thousands of doors in the election, I was very keen to put forward the views of the people of Tallaght and all of Dublin South West to anyone who would listen to me. I believe my constituents would be glad to know that the man or woman who will be running the country has heard their concerns before forming a Government.

Key issues in my manifesto are an investment in education, health, and childcare, a referendum on the Repeal of the 8th Amendment, closing

the gender pay gap, solutions to the housing crisis, ensuring public ownership of our water services, and equalityproofing future budgets. The Irish people were clear in their rejection of continued austerity politics, but we must be inside negotiations to make sure this message was heard loud and clear.”

"If I am not satisfied that my key priorities, which I put before before the people of Dublin South West, have been incorporated as a result of this dialogue, I will not support it.”

“Before the general election we were told that Independents were going to be the cause of instability in our political system. The irony of the postelection period is that Independents are now the ones trying hardest to provide stable Government by talking to all interested parties. If we end up having a second election, I'm confident voters will remember those who were willing to do the hard work and put in the hours to share the views of their constituents to all who would listen and

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Fine Gael Senator, Catherine Noone, has said that urgent action, including education for children in primary school; physical education as part of the curriculum; the introduction of a sugartax on soft drinks and measures such as ‘no fry zones’, are needed to tackle Ireland’s growing obesity problem.

“The findings of a recent study published in the Lancet, which show Irish men have the highest average BMI in Europe and women the third highest, are unfortunately not

It is surprising. expected that by 2025 38% of men and 37% of women in Ireland will be obese.

“We need to be creative and to think outside the box to tackle this growing problem. The Fine Gael led Government launched Healthy Ireland to improve the health and well-being of the people of Ireland but we are not doing enough.

Early education and increased emphasis on activity in schools as well as alternative initiatives like a sugar tax or enforcing ‘no fry

put in the hours to share the views of their constituents to all who would listen and attempt to provide a stable government.”

talking. I think time is running out, and it is now time that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael the same display

“My Independent colleagues and I have been calling for some weeks for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to begin

Katherine Zappone is an Independent TD for Dublin South West and co-founder of An Cosán, Tallaght.

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“In my opening statement in the Dáil, I highlighted statistics from the housing and homeless crisis in Tallaght, and put forward several solutions to how we can deal with this. Since then, all of the homeless agencies and organisations have come together and said the best way to begin to solve the homeless crisis is for Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil to begin to speak.”

zones’ around schools are also needed.

“In the last 40 years there has been a dramatic increase in the number of obese people worldwide, increasing from 105 million in 1975 to 641 million in 2014. A study of Irish childhood obesity revealed that children who are obese have an 82% chance of remaining so into adulthood. This is a problem that is not going away. It is getting worse.

“A sugar tax, especially on soft drinks, would make a real difference in the battle against obesity.

The WHO recommends that adults should consume less than the six teaspoons of sugar a

day yet one can of coke, contains approximately eight teaspoons of sugar. The introduction of a sugar tax in Mexico in October 2013 resulted in a 10% decline in sugary drink consumption in the first three months of its implementation. The Minister for Health has supported the idea of a sugar tax and this is something we should act on without delay.

“The 2013 planning guidelines state that a local area plan can seek to reduce children’s exposure to the promotion of foods that are high in fat, salt or sugar through the careful consideration of the appropriateness and/or location of fast

food outlets in the vicinity of schools and parks. However there has been little adherence to these guidelines. Enforcing these guidelines and implementing a ‘no fry zone’ would make a major difference.

“We cannot afford to waste any more time in tacking this issue, the facts are clear and our health service is already struggling to deal with obesity related illnesses including diabetes.

Public health must be a top priority in the current negotiations to form a government and whatever government is formed needs to take immediate multi departmental action.”

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Fine gael and labour made an already dysFunCtional housing system worse

Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West Eoin Ó Broin has derided Fianna Fáil for creating a dysfunctional housing which was system further devastated by the chronic mismanagement of Fine Gael and Labour.

Deputy Ó Broin said that if we are serious about tackling that crisis, we need to start making different decisions.

Deputy Ó Broin said: “Homeless is not an accident. It is a symptom of a housing system that doesn’t work; it is the result of decisions by Government.

The number of families without a home is growing and these families do not need words.

They need actions. They need to know what we are going to do to give them a

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home.

“Our dysfunctional housing system was created by Fianna Fáil.

That is not my view; it is an objective fact. In 1997, there were 28,000 families on the housing list. After a decade of Fianna Fáil government, the waiting list had quadrupled to almost 100,000. This happened because Fianna Fáil refused to invest in social housing; they refused to regulate the market. They did what they always do; they after the looked developers and left the rest of us to look after ourselves.

“Fine Gael and Labour inherited a housing system in crisis. I accept that, but what Enda Kenny and Joan Burton did then was to turn a crisis into a catastrophe. They cut

spending on social housing by €200m – bringing local authority construction to a grinding halt. They cut rent supplement – creating a new wave of family homelessness.

“They announced a housing plan which was badly designed, poorly funded and destined to fail. Minister Kelly even claimed that this was the most ambitious social housing programme in the history of the state.

Anyone with the most basic knowledge of housing policy knowns this is simply not true.

“This was Fianna Fáil housing policy on steroids “We must bring this crisis to an end.

Spiralling rents must be held in check through rent certainty and rent supplement increases.

Evictions must be

reduced through greater protection for tenants.

“Banks selling off their mortgage books at a discount to vulture funds must be forced to give home owners first option on such write downs.

“We need up to 40,000 social homes over the next five years, not private subsidised rented homes, but real social housing to meet the needs of real families. These homes will not only benefit those on social housing waiting lists, they would also reduce demand on the private sector –bringing down rents and house prices – and stabilising the housing system as a whole.

“If we are serious about tackling that crisis, we need to start making different decisions.”

Census ignores homeless rough sleepers

Dublin South West Sinn Féin TD Seán With the number of homeless people Crowe has described the 2016 in Dubli n at the highest level since census process as a lost opportunity figur es were first compiled nine for accurately documenting all of years ago it is vital that we have an those living in Ireland. The census is accur ate census of Irish set to ignore the growing homeless home lessness. problem particularly those ‘rough “We need to have accurate figures sleepers’ living on the streets who of those in emergency overnight will not be counted on April 24th. accommodation as well as the rough Deputy Seán Crowe said: “The sleep ers. The census form is census is supposedly a detailed unch anged since 2011, and it is a account of everybody who is in the misse d opportunity to reflect the country on this census night of 24 real Ireland of 2016.

April.

“The Government need to accept “We are told that the census is that we are in the middle of a important in that it accounts for housi ng crisis and they need to everybody in the country no matter decla re an emergency, which where they are and the results give neces sitates an emergency response the government ‘the information we with emergency measures. need now to understand what “Loca l authorities and homeless Ireland needs for the future’. So chari ties regularly do their own why are we not collecting vital coun t but this has largely been information on Ireland’s homeless? ignor ed by the government and Do we not want to understand the those planning services. social and economic reasons for “The census, as currently homelessness? constituted, will only give planners “The current structure of the census a parti al view of Ireland on the 24 excludes so called ‘rough sleepers’. April 2016 and it is a missed They are excluded because they are oppo rtunity. not resident in any structure on “Sad ly the rough sleepers will be census night and won’t be included ignor ed or airbrushed from reality in any data collected. just as they are ignored on day to “Fine Gael and Labour were, and day basis as they huddle in doorways still are, in denial about the extent trying to keep dry and warm in cities of the housing and homeless crisis. and towns across Ireland.”

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murphy’s liquidation Furniture’s massive giveaway oF €120,000 this weekend

Murphy’s Liquidation Furniture are celebrating their 2nd Birthday across all their stores on Saturday 09th & Sunday 10th April 2016. They will be giving away an unbelievable €120,000 worth of free vouchers to use over this weekend in our massive furniture clearance sale.

This family run company have over 50 people employed at present and are opening their 5th shop in Wexford very soon. With unbelievable savings on all their products it’s impossible to pass the door without popping in to have a look at the ever changing stock. You are bound to find something from their huge choice of furniture, mattresses and suites of furniture that suits your taste.

It’s such a success story I thought everyone should know about it, so I visited the shop in Unit 27, Broomhill Road, Tallaght, Dublin 24.

I asked Anthony the Company Director, what is the secret to their business as they are just about to open their fifth Store in Wexford Town in the next few weeks?

Anthony was happy to say that there is such demand for their products they can’t but

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spread the savings to other locations as so many people at present are travelling from all parts of Ireland to avail of the amazing prices.

So that’s what we are doing! We have shops in Gorey, Tallaght, Naas , Carlow and we will be opening a new shop in Clonard Retail Park Wexford (beside DID Electrical and Ken Blacks) in the next few weeks.

Anthony said ‘this is not just a store with seasonal bargains it’s all year round and it has a wide range that can’t be beaten on price’. He said the family run business brings in container loads of liquidated stock that provides exceptional value and a fantastic choice of all types of new furniture for your home at highly discounted prices. With discounts ranging from 50 -80 % off high street prices, whether it’s a mattress, a bed, occasional furniture or a suite of furniture you are looking for you should visit one of our five shops or just go online and check out our ever changing stock.

We buy liquidated stock, overstocked, and discontinued stock by the container load.

He said ‘we buy the stock at a reduced price and simply pass on the savings on to

our customers’. Each item is marked so that you can see the original recommended retail price and (in most cases) hundreds of Euros worth of savings.

I could see for myself when I walked around the shop that all this NEW furniture was so reasonable. The even better part to buying at Murphy’s Liquidation Furniture is you buy the product off the floor so you don’t have to start assembling flat pack furniture when you get home. You don’t have to wait for a similar product to be ordered, you just take whatever it is you fancy the same day and bring it with you or have it delivered.

The manager also explained that there is a limited number of each item in stock, turnover is huge and the furniture’s stock changes every week. Anthony said, it’s important to keep dropping into your nearest store to see what other savings you can make as container loads are arriving every week. so to celebrate our 2nd birthday, call into the tallaght shop on saturday 9th & sunday 10th april where you will can collect your free vouchers to make your purchase this weekend even cheaper.

Murphy's Liquidation Furniture is located in Unit 27, Broomhill Road, Dublin 24 and is open seven days a week. Tel. 01 452 5581 or visit www.liquidationfurniture.ie

TWEET OF THE WEEK

by lynda o’Donoghue Donnelly Thousands of people lined the streets of Dublin last weekend to mark the centenary of the 1916 Easter Rising.

The commemoration was attended by visitors from all across the world as the Irish Defence Forces, Air Corp and Gardai took part in a special parade.

This impressive Tweet of the Week comes to us from An Garda Síochána Air Support – thousands of people gathered on O’Connell Street to take part in the celebrations.

There are still plenty of events going on around the country. Visit www.ireland.ie to find it more.

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Citywest eduCate together hold student CounCil eleCtions

As the posters come down across the Dublin SouthWest constituency and the parties attempt to form a government, one local school has elected a new student council in their own elections.

The students of Citywest Educate Together National School have been busy making their own posters, developing manifestos and speeches as they learn about what it takes to run an election campaign.

Children from Senior Infants up were involved as the electorate, deciding who would gain their first, their second and further preference votes. The children then voted in a secret ballot and a student council was elected.

Speaking about the motivation behind holding the election school principal Caitríona Hand said, “Our school is rooted in a

democratic structure.

Having a student council is important to us as it allows the children to get involved in how our school works in a meaningful way.

The elections themselves provide a very real in how education democracy works.

“Teaching about democracy in this way is important to us as an Educate Together school. In our Learn Together curriculum, children learn about all belief systems, morality and spirituality, ethics and the environment and equality and justice.

Speaking about her successful election new councillor Iva said, "I was nervous doing some speeches during the election campaign, but after a while I got the feel for it and wasn't nervous anymore. I was very surprised and happy to be

elected. I hope to make the school a better place for everyone during my time on student council."

feeding birds. They made polling cards, election posters and voted with a first and second preference

Junior Infants had their own Teddy Bear Election too.

They suggested issues for the candidates such saving electricity and food, making the world pretty and

Making the election speechs and (inset) casting the all important vote

The Citywest Educate Together Student Council will now meet regularly to see how they can make the school a better place.

Aisling, a teacher working alongside the council discusses the importance of their work. ”The student council plan on playing a vital role in ensuring our school is a positive and welcoming environment for all. Student Council are committed to ensuring that Citywest Educate Together remains a democratic space where the voices of all students are heard and valued."

until Ponko the Penguin emerged as a clear winner.

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elections and Citywest Educate Together in general can be found on www.citywestetns.ie

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Local Councillor Charlie O’Connor has welcomed an update from Council Management in respect of plans for the provision of the

proposed Pavilion at Dodder Valley Park, Old Bawn which he raised at the March meeting of the Tallaght Area Committee.

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The local Councillor sought assurances from the Council regarding consultations with Old Bawn Residents Association, Parkwood Residents Association and other interests regarding concerns which were expressed in respect of the project.

Council Management told Charlie O’Connor “there was extensive pre and post Part 8 Consultation with residents in respect of the proposed Dodder Valley Old Bawn Pavilion project.

A public meeting on the proposal was held in Tallaght Library in November 2015 and further meetings were held with representatives of the Old Bawn and Parkwood Residents Associations.

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Since then, a site meeting was held with representatives of both the Old Bawn and Parkwood Residents Associations in relation to the proposed landscape treatment and the treatment of the boundary of the existing ESB sub station.

The finalisation of the tender documents is proceeding and it is expected that the tender will be advertised shortly.

It is intended to continue this dialogue during the various phases of the programme.�

According to Charlie O’Connor it is vital that this important project retains the support of

Artworks by two Tallaght students are amongst entries being presented to adjudicators who will select winners in this year’s 62nd Texaco Children’s Art Competition.

Pictured (left) is an entry entitled ‘Hotel Transylvania’ by 10-years old Niamh Walsh, from Brookview Drive, Tallaght and ‘Czarina’ by 15-years old Sarah Abdullah, from Glenview Park, Tallaght.

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On the eve of the bank holiday and centenary 1916 celebrations, a crew from South Dublin Council marched into Rathcoole village and cut down 5 healthy and magnificent 100 year old London Plane trees

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Uí Bhroin continued: “The crews then left but the question was would they stay away and why was such a horrendous act ever undertaken in the first place? The story we are hearing from the Council seems to change by the minute as we point out the associated process and legal failures with every latest version.”

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aCtion on tymon park playground demanded

Local Councillor Charlie O’Connor has demanded action from Council Management in respect of the need to progress the delivery of the long promised Playground at Tymon Park, Tallaght.

He raised the matter at the March meeting of the Tallaght Area Committee and told Council Management that the local community is most anxious that work on the Playground should not be further delayed. He also acknowledged that business on the same subject was being raised at this meeting by his colleague Councillor Mick Duff.

Council Management told Charlie O’Connor that “it is intended to advertise this project for tender at the end of April 2016. Following receipt of tenders and assuming the acceptance of a tender proposal it would be expected that construction could commence in August 2016” According to Councillor Charlie O’Connor, the local community will not be entirely happy about this report and he said that it really was time for the Council to stop delaying the project and to proceed with the construction which has been subject to so many delays.

He told Council Management that he expected that they would provide regular monthly reports on the matter until the Playground is delivered and open for use.

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we need a speCiFiC target For reduCing serious road traFFiC injuries your Free local newspaper

Fine Gael MEP for Dublin, Brian Hayes, has called for a specific target to reduce serious road traffic injuries. As European targets on road fatalities have been a major factor in reducing deaths on our roads the Dublin MEP that a believes European target on serious road traffic injuries must be introduced. Mr Hayes was speaking after declaring his support for an EU parliament initiative calling for clear and ambitious reduction targets.

“During 2014, 195 people died and 439 people were seriously injured on our roads. At least 200,000 people

we must address the issue of serious injuries on our roads.

“The fact that we are now seeing an increase in those seriously injured on our roads is a gravely worrying sign.

To the families and survivors of non-fatal road traffic accidents the effects can be just as traumatic as a fatality. We must not forget the unreported road accidents that radically change people lives.

“In 2013 a European Commission working document found that a strategic and realistically ambitious reduction target could complement the current EU road safety strategy, and in its recent road safety interim evaluation, the Commission confirmed that the ‘prerequisites for setting a strategic target are fulfilled’. I’m calling upon the Commission to meet its

suffered life-changing consequences resulting from traffic collision in the EU last year alone.

Recently the number of serious injuries in traffic accidents is increasing, and rose almost 3% in 2014 compared with 2013. In order to reverse this unacceptable trend, clear and ambitious reduction targets must be set.

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loCal enterprise oFFiCe south dublin supports job Creation For more start-up and eXpanding businesses with latest grant approvals

The Local Enterprise Office (LEO) South Dublin approved €69,700 in grant funding for 6 local businesses at its most recent Evaluation & Approvals Committee.

Colm Ward. Head of Enterprise in South Dublin County Council explains: “The 6 projects approved for funding this month include feasibility studies, new start-ups and existing businesses looking to expand. These grant approvals for local businesses have the potential to help create up to 28 jobs in various locations across South Dublin including Clondalkin, Walkinstown, Rathfarnham, & Tallaght. The approved projects are targeting the creation of 28 new local jobs within three years.

“Various sectors are represented including manufacturing, software and I.T. with strong export potential a key feature of several of the projects. These small enterprises are currently each employing less than 10 staff but have ambitious plans to continue their growth trajectory and LEO South Dublin will help them on their way.”

“The latest approvals mean that LEO South Dublin has now approved funding for 13 projects in 2016 which have the potential to create more than 60 new jobs.”

The Local Enterprise Office South Dublin is actively seeking new and aspiring entrepreneurs with strong business ideas who may require guidance and support.

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Clonburris Consultation a Cool engagement

South Dublin County Council have launched a brand new style of public consultation on the Clonburris Strategic Development Zone.

Residents and interested parties have until 14th April to have their say in relation to the future development of the area which straddles Clondalkin and Lucan. Cllr.

Emer Higgins, who sits on the Economic Development Special Policy Committee, has described the consultation as ‘cool’.

“It’s great to see the Council engaging in a brand new style of community consultation and I really hope that members of the

public will get involved and have their say. Residents in the area will receive a prepaid postcard they can drop into a post box with their views and the Council will be using a state of the art interactive online portal to gather online feedback. It’s a very cool online space that will be used by the Council for all future Part 5 public consultations. Clonburris is a significant project both in terms of scale and vision and it’s really important that people have their say in how that vision should be shaped. Log on to sdcc.ie for more information on how to do just that,” said Cllr. Emer Higgins.

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In a recent article written by Fiachrá Duffy, Co-Founder of IBS Ireland, she asks “Are you the 1 in 5?”

20% of people in Ireland suffer silently with Irritable Bowel (IBS).

Syndrome Cramping, constipation, diarrhoea and flatulence can slowly all selfcorrode confidence, turning social situations from a treat to a nightmare.

Sports and recreation activities with friends and family become something to be feared.

However 75% of Irish women avoid speaking about this condition out of embarrassment. IBS can be most active in 18 – 35 year olds, an age group with particular sensitivity to the social stigma surrounding the issue.

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IBS is not as well understood as Irritable Bowel Diseases such as Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis and no definite cause has been found yet.

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Unfortunately IBS cannot be cured but for most people it can be successfully managed.

The FODMAP diet plan is one such elimination approach that can allow people a chance to identify their personal triggers as they reintroduce certain food groups.

“The main message we are trying to get across to people is that they are not alone, that they can speak about their symptoms and that there is hope to find relief” says Ian Coleman, dietitian and founder of IBS Ireland, a new peer-to-peer support forum for IBS sufferers in Ireland.

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in 1916 ireland had the highest Child mortality rate in europe.

TODAY, CHILDREN’S RIGHTS ARE PROTECTED UNDER OUR CONSTITUTION BUT WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

100 years ago Ireland had the highest child mortality rate in Europe – a direct result of also having one of the highest poverty rates in Europe. Only four out of 10 children survived to the age of 10 in 1916.

Ellen O’Malley Dunlop, former CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, teacher, adjunct professor of law in UL and NUI Seanad Candidate, said: “One of the great achievements of the past 5 years has been the appointment of a full Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. It was indeed a fitting response to the atrocities that were revealed in the Ferns, Ryan, Murphy and Cloyne Reports of child sexual, emotional and psychological abuse.

And while the Referendum to include the Rights of the Child in our Constitution was passed, it took a further two years to implement because of a Supreme Court challenge to the Referendum, which thankfully was not upheld. The delay affected the passing into legislation of the Children First Bill, however it was signed into law by the President in November 2015 and forms part of a suite of child protection legislation which includes The National Vetting Bureau, (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 and the Criminal Justice (Withholding of Information on Offences against Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012.

Children need protection.

The preservation of a child’s welfare and wellbeing is vital to the development of a healthy and prosperous society, and education plays a vital role in this development.

After 1916 we seemed to lose sight of the wise old

saying ‘Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh siad’ (praise the youth and they will blossom).

Instead children were to be seen and not heard. It was only those families who could afford to pay for the education of their children who got opportunities the opened up by education. In time many of the religious orders provided education for those who could not afford it, and we know from the aforementioned reports that many of these orders operated very punitive regimes, which had very negative affects on far too many of the youth at the time. The introduction of free Education in the 1960s by the then Minister for Education, Donagh O’Malley, heralded a new era of opportunities for all children. This resulted in more children being able to stay in school longer and get further education, and this in turn played a big part in breaking the poverty trap.

While poverty was the cause of the high child mortality rate in 1916, in Ireland today and according to Mental Health Ireland, mental health problems affect one in ten children and young people. As a result of what is happening in their lives children are suffering from depression, anxiety and conduct disorder. We are not good at talking about mental health in Ireland. There is still a big stigma attached to mental health issues.

Talking about mental health needs to start in the home and it also needs to be talked about in the classroom.

When mental health is spoken about freely from an early age, it removes the stigma and as a result the problems that arise can be dealt with at an early stage and prevented from escalating.

Things that have a positive affect on a child’s mental health include feeling loved, trusted, listened to, understood, valued, encouraged and safe, to name but some of the necessary ingredients for a child to blossom.

And as a result of all of the above a child is better able to learn and as a consequence will have more opportunities to succeed in life. Things that have negative affects on a child’s mental health, include feeling unloved, loss, feelings of abandonment, exclusion, confusion and unsafe and these will have a knock-on negative affect on the growing child and will affect their ability to learn and to succeed.

The three main pillars for my Seanad campaign are mental health, education and equality. With a strong voice and a proven record in all three categories, I am very passionate about them and here’s how they are all linked when it comes to children and young people:

Mental health services in Ireland are far too often difficult to access, especially in crucial moments when they are needed. Like many Irish citizens, children and young people face unacceptably long waiting lists for mental health services especially if they don’t have medical insurance, which highlights a big inequality. There is patchy service provision across the country and reactions and responses that don’t meet the needs. The lack of early intervention that could prevent future problems causes a ripple effect of longterm damage and can hinder and sometimes arrest participation in the Education system

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for the young person. In some instances children continue to be treated adult inpatient in mental health units, which are inappropriate for their needs. The current housing and homeless crisis facing families is very concerning for lots of reasons but for children caught in these unacceptable situations its negative consequences are far reaching.

Not only does the Government have a legal and moral obligation to improve the lives of children in Ireland, but it must invest properly in Tusla the Child and Family Agency that has been set up to deliver “Better Outcomes (and) Brighter Futures” for all our children.

If elected to Seanad Éireann, I will work to improve Ireland’s mental health system to include the expansion of counselling and psychotherapy services, particularly for suicide prevention; lobby for state funding for NGOs offering free counselling and psychotherapy for victims of sexual crime and domestic violence; support the inclusion of psychotherapy and counselling services in private health insurances plans; and work to ensure the statutory registration and regulation of Psychotherapists and Counsellors. By working together we can make a real difference.”

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CoderDojo Coolest Projects Awards luCan Community College Fundraising Fete

Pictured at the launch of CoderDojo Coolest Projects Awards 2016 at the CHQ were young coders Lexi Schoener (age 8) and Jasper Brezina Conniffe (age 11) with Lightron the robot. More than 800 young innovators from across Ireland and western Europe will take part in the fifth annual CoderDojo Coolest Projects Awards at the RDS on Saturday, June 18. The Awards look set to be the largest technology event held in the country this year and are expected to attract more than 10,000 spectators.

See www.coolestprojects.org. (Picture: Conor McCabe)

Lucan Community College Parents Association is hoping to raise more than €3,000 with a Fete in the school on Saturday, April 23rd.

This will be the first year that the group will hold the event and the parents are excited to bring the community Fete to Lucan.

There will be various craft stalls as well as two cookery demonstrations and flower arranging throughout the afternoon from 12pm to 5.30pm.

The Fete is being by the organized Parents Association and will be coordinated by the Deputy Chairperson Sandra Coleman.

The Parents Association PRO Rich Varney explained that there will be lots of family fun throughout the day.

He said: “There will be a variety of crafts on sale including fairy doors, quilts, candles, jewellery, clean food

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products, dolls, decoupage items, DVDs, books, games, cakes, used clothing and handbags, plants, baskets etc.

“We are hoping that the event will be well supported by the school community and local community for the obvious reasons that it will bring much needed additional funding for the School, but beyond that we are hoping to offer an entertaining and fun day that will make the event worthwhile in itself.”

One of the highlights of the day will be the return of past Lucan Community College student, chef Robert Curley, who was recently voted Ulster Food Hero at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2016.

Robert will host two Cookery demonstrations and tastings which will take place at 1pm and 3pm with tickets priced at €10.

Places for these demonstrations are limited and are expect the tickets to sell out quickly but tickets can be booked in advance emailing by lccparentsassoc@gmail. com.

Admission to the Fete will be free and hot food and refreshments will be available to purchase.

All are welcome to attend on the day and all support is appreciated.

One of the highlights of the day will be the return of past Lucan Community College student, chef Robert Curley, who was recently voted Ulster Food Hero at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2016

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DUBLIN HUN AOIFE DOOLEY TEACHES KIDS TO RESPECT THE BUS

Growing up can be tough. We all remember getting the bus home from school and wanting to impress our friends or be the funniest in the group. What’s better than everyone laughing along at our joke? But sometimes we don’t think and it isn’t always as much fun for other passengers.

Dublin Bus has teamed up with ‘Dublin Hun’, illustrator Aoife Dooley, to create an informative film which includes 4 short stories teaching children and young people how to use the bus responsibly. Dublin Bus Schools and Community Co-Ordinators will visit schools across the county to show the film to children, with great interest shown by those already visited. Schools can view the film by visiting www.youtube.com/dublinbusnews The informative short film uses the voices of Dublin children, including Adam Donovan from St. Thomas’ National School, Jobstown, south Dublin and Aoife’s distinctive style of illustration to bring to life stories that can happen on the bus. Each

story is designed to engage on a peer level, showing children how important the bus is to their lives, their families and their communities. In addition to showing them how to use the bus responsibly, the film also teaches the wider message of social responsibility, how the way we act individually impacts upon our fellow Dubliners.

‘I wasn’t even trying to hit the bus’ shows a young boy throwing a rock at the bus to impress his big brother and the lads, but later he finds out his granny is in hospital because a rock smashed the window of the bus she was travelling on; ‘The whole bus turned around’ sees a schoolgirl ‘joking’ with a fellow passenger to impress her friends but it backfires when no one finds it funny; in ‘Just messing on the bus’ a schoolboy ends up feeling bad because ‘messing’ with his friend ends up seeing a passenger falling down the stairs; and in ‘What do you think’ a little girl tells us about why Dublin Bus is important to

communities and why we should be respectful.

Speaking about the campaign, Dublin Bus Schools and Community Co-Ordinator Joanne Courtney said “the bus is an important amenity to the communities across Dublin but sometimes children and young people’s behaviour, often without thinking, impacts negatively on other passengers. Aoife’s distinctive illustration style and the important message conveyed in this film will help to teach them how to act respectfully to themselves and fellow passengers we think.”

The Dublin Bus Schools Education Programme consists of a team of three coordinators who work to educate young people about the importance of the bus in their lives, their families’ lives and in their local community. The programme includes school visits (nearly 300 in 2015), an annual children’s art competition in national schools across Dublin, and the provision of buses for youth summer projects in areas

such as East Wall, Ringsend and West Tallaght. Co-ordinators build and maintain relationships with both employees and young people in national and secondary schools across Dublin, visiting them to communicate how to use and respect public transport in their area through talks, antivandalism DVDs and on bus CCTV demonstrations.

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by Romaine Scally

Romaine Scally is the principal in the firm of ROMAINE SCALLY AND COMPANY SOLICITORS Main Street Tallaght, Dublin 24 TEL 4599506 consider pursuing a claim through your boyfriend’s insurance or indeed both drivers’ insurance companies if there is an element of contributory negligence on either side.

We would suggest that you contact a solicitor for a consultation to discuss your options.

in this edition of your free local paper, Romaine scally solicitor, of Romaine scally & Company, solicitors, Main street, tallaght, Dublin 24, telephone 01-4599506 email legal@scally.ie deals with questions relating to personal injury claims.

ROMAINE SCALLY & CO. SOLICITORS, MAIN STREET, TALLAGHT, DUBLIN 24 TEL: 01 45 99 506 FAX: 01 45 99 510 EMAIL: legal@scally.ie WEB: www.romainescally.ie

Q. i was a passenger in my boyfriend’s car recently and the car was in collision with another car. Would i have to sue my boyfriend to bring a claim?

A. It is not possible to answer that question without knowing more of the facts. You do not say who is, in your opinion, at fault for this accident.

Obviously, if somebody drove into the back of your boyfriend’s car then, you would only need to bring a claim against the driver of this other car.

On the other hand, if your boyfriend drove into the back of somebody else or was in some way partly or wholly to blame for the accident then, you would have to

Q. i was out jogging recently and tripped over an uneven footpath. i fractured my wrist and have been out of work for a few weeks now. Would i have a claim?

A. In order to determine whether or not a claim exists, it will be necessary to have a consultation with a Solicitor. In many cases, it is very helpful to bring photographs of the accident site to your solicitor to show exactly where you fell.

Solicitors have vast experience in these slip and fall cases and can tell you very quickly whether a claim exists. The sooner you do this, the better as the Council need to be notified of any potential claim as soon as possible to allow them an opportunity to investigate the incident and accident location themselves. Our advice therefore is to attend at a Solicitors office as soon as possible.

Q. My 6 year old child fell in the school yard before the end of the school term in June. she broke a tooth. Would i have a claim?

A. The Judges have been very quick to point out to parents that the school yard cannot be wrapped in cotton wool.

Accidents will happen and, on many occasions, there is simply nobody to blame for the accident. You do not say

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how your daughter fell. It may be that there was some obstruction in the playground which should not have been there. If this is the case then, your daughter may well indeed have a claim.

If however her fall was just as a result of general fun and games between the children resulting in an unfortunate fall then, it is unlikely that there would be any cause of action for compensation. Our advice is to consult with a solicitor to get further advice.

Q. i recently had a nasty fall in the vegetable aisle of my local supermarket. i was very embarrassed and just got up and walked away. However, i have been very sore since then in my left shoulder, where i landed.

My clothes were stained with what looked like tomatoes.

Would i have a claim?

A. It may well be that you do have a claim arising from this unfortunate accident. However, it is very important that the supermarket are put on notice of a claim. Before you go to a Solicitor, I would suggest that you go back to the Supermarket and make a formal complaint.

They must be given an opportunity to investigate any possible claim and it would be very important that you document with them the time and date of your accident. When you have done that, you should make an appointment to see a Solicitor.

Q. i have been working for the same company for many years now. i have had to do a lot of lifting in my job and recently, i have been told by my doctor that i have serious back problems probably resulting from heavy lifting over a long period of time. i am still

working for the same company but i am finding it increasingly difficult. i do not know for how much longer i can go on.

Would i have a claim?

A. These repetitive strain injuries can be difficult but not impossible. The most important thing would be to obtain a medical report confirming that the complaints are consistent with heavy lifting over a long period of time. In addition, detailed instructions would have to be taken from you as to whether or not you were given adequate training for the job. It is vitally important that all employers properly train their staff in lifting techniques. If they fail to do so, Employers are exposing themselves to potential claims. We would suggest that you immediately consult with a solicitor with a view to giving detailed instructions, at which stage you will be advised more fully as to whether or not you have the basis of a claim.

Q. i was walking along the footpath in town recently when a taxi pulled up and the passenger opened the car door, knocking me to the ground. i was quite shaken and had to go to my doctor afterwards. the taxi driver did give me his details. Would i have a claim?

A. Taxi drivers are responsible for the actions of their passengers. What happened to you does constitute a Road Traffic Accident and you are certainly an innocent pedestrian. From the facts you have given, you certainly appear to have a good cause of action against this taxi drivers’ insurance company. You should consult with a Solicitor as soon as possible so that the matter can progress speedily.

In contentious business a Solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement

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dublin For the Chop as international karate event kiCks oFF Dublin sees off stiff competition from France and Norway to host European Championship with €500k benefit for city

Fáilte Ireland have welcomed a €500k revenue boost for Dublin as participants from across Europe arrive in the city for the Japan Karate Association European Championship. The event, taking place in the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght, will host teams from 24 countries and is due to attract almost 1000 overseas attendees.

Welcoming the news and speaking about the event, Miriam Kennedy from Fáilte Ireland

said – “Having beaten off stiff competition from France and Norway, we are delighted that Dublin was chosen as this year’s host destination. This is very much a high profile event within the karate global community and firmly places Dublin and Ireland on the world stage when it comes to hosting international events. It also has the added benefit of reaching out to spectators in some of our key markets.” Ms Kennedy

also announced that Fáilte Ireland, through its Event Ireland team, is supporting the Japan Karate Association’s bid to host the World Championships in Ireland in 2018 with a potential revenue boost of €1.25 million.

Event Ireland is a new team set up as part of the Business Tourism and Events department within the tourism authority – its role is to identify, bid for and win events for Ireland. Looking forward to the event, Noel Casey, Chief instructor and representative of JKA Ireland said – “The European Championships has always been one of the most important gatherings on the

Japan Karate Association World Federation calendar, so naturally we always hoped that at some stage we would be in a position to welcome this event to Ireland. By hosting the event in Dublin, we are finally putting Ireland on the world stage in karate with the hope of attracting other prestigious karate events in the future.”

Due to a rise of urbanisation many children today are not getting a chance to experience country life in the way that we once did; most of us remember going down the country as children to family farms and experiencing the natural world but this tradition seems to have waned, and kids are not as connected with the natural world.

According to a recent survey a third of Irish children today haven’t even climbed a tree!

Airfield Estate is that little piece of our fondest memories in the countryside right on our doorstep.

children about food and the natural world, to help people reconnect with food and the land it comes from. The 38 acre estate includes a working farm and dairy, food gardens and food production tunnels, ornamental gardens, interactive heritage centre, and educational facilities.

For more information on the event visit HYPERLINK "http://jkachampionships2016.com/" http://jkachampionships2016.com/ Follow us on Twitter @Fáilte_Ireland

Children are missing out on the valuable memories and eXperienCes, airField are Changing this!

Pictured are: Meadhbh O' Callaghan and right, Sebastian Scheffer both representing Ireland in the Japan Association European Championship, with Barry O' Regan, Liam O' Callaghan from JKA Ireland. (Picture Colm Mahady / Fennells - Copyright© Fennell Photography 2016)

Airfield Estate in Dundrum, South Dublin (www.airfield.ie) is a charitable organisation creating a chance for people to experience an urban farm and food gardens. Its aim is to teach families and

There are many exciting aspects to Airfield; daily tasks on the farm such as egg collecting, milk tastings, and farmyard feeding, camps and workshops for adults and children including cookery classes and gardening, and even tours of the heritage house on the grounds. If you’re interested we could arrange for you to visit Airfield with a family pass, possibly while a class is on site to get their reactions or with an exclusive tour.

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Hypnosis with the internationally renowned Clinical Hypnotherapist Tom Ryan is a highly successful way to enable people to stop smoking and become permanent nonsmokers. He will be in Dublin and Tallaght next week only.

People are trying to stop smoking with everything including prescription drugs with life threatening side effects. E-cigarettes may be even more dangerous than regular cigarettes. The nicotine inside is addictive.

When you stop using it, you can get withdrawal symptoms including feeling irritable, depressed, restless and anxious. It can be dangerous for people with heart problems. It may also harm your arteries. Ecigarettes contain up to 10 times more cancer-causing agents than regular cigarettes according to a recent study commissioned by the Japan's Health Ministry.

Those methods offer so little success that people generally end up frustrated. In many instances they end up smoking more than ever. Every time they try to stop smoking they sabotage themselves,” says Tom Ryan.

“Now there is a solution for all those people who have been experiencing one

disappointment after another.

The key to success is in people’s minds. The subconscious mind contains the smoking habit or programme and is the key to resolve the problem once and for all.”

The University of Iowa says the following about Hypnosis. It is “the most effective treatment for smoking cessation compared to all known other techniques.”

Researchers and Schmidt Viswesvaran combined the results of more than 600 studies covering approximately 72,000 people who underwent different smoking cessation

techniques. They found that hypnosis had the highest success rate. This was reported in the New Scientist which stated that “Stop Smoking Hypnosis” was the most effective way to give up.

The

American Journal of Clinical Hypnotherapy published a report that showed 94% of patients stopped with the help of hypnosis and were still not smoking 18 months later.

Hypnosis helps people stop smoking in a safe and gentle way.

Tom Ryan says people can become nonsmokers after a one hour private session.

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“I am a now non-smoker, thank to Tom’s method. I was a 30 a day smoker and considered it to be my only way to “destress” at work. I am now able to let go of stress without smoking. It is easy. I don’t even think about cigarettes any more. I can even have a drink without thinking of smoking.” says Julie McGowan from Dundalk.

Tom Ryan is a prodigious talent in the world of Hypnosis, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and personal development. A leader in his field Tom is an author, a motivational speaker, therapist, consultant and trainer of hypnosis, NLP, Personal Development and human potential.

Tom has worked with thousands of individuals, has featured in national and local media including television. His sharp wit and contagious enthusiasm permeates all of his work and inspires all who experience it.

For more information on how anyone can successfully stop smoking in a healthy way, visit http://www.totalminddynamics.com or call for an appointment now on 0871917840.

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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.

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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 days.

Promise three publication and favour will be granted no matter how impossible. Never known to fail. M.b.

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.

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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. s.M.

pRayeR FoR HealinG Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in a very special way. It is through

your power that I was created. Every breath I take, every morning that I wake, and every moment of every hour, I live under your power.Father, I ask you now to touch me with that same power. For if you created me from nothing you can certainly recreate me. Fill me with the healing power of your spirit. Cast out anything that should not be in me. Mend what is broken.

Root out any damaged cells.

Open any blocked arteries or veins and rebuild any damaged areas. Remove all inflammation and cleanse any infection.

Let the warmth of your healing pass through my body to make new any unhealthy areas so that my body will function the way you created it to function.

And Father, restore me to full health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life.

I ask this through Christ Our Lord. Amen. a very special “thank you” to saint pio da pietrelcina. e.R. as our regular readers will know we have asked for your generosity in

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supporting very worthy charities over the last few years including nCbi solas Centre in Clondalkin, tir na nog (Cheeverstown House) and laura lynn Children’s Hospice . these charities have all been involved in providing vital services to children with special needs and their families. We would like to thank all readers who have supported our chosen charities to date and while we will still be supporting laura lynn Children’s Hospice going forward, we are delighted to support tHe iRisH pilGRiMaGe tRust.

We are appealing to you our loyal newspaper readers to show your generosity in helping us to support an equally worthy charity, tHe iRisH pilGRiMaGe tRust. tHe iRisH pilGRiMaGe tRust is a registered charity in Ireland (Charity Number: 5992), and for over 40 years the Trust has been travelling on pilgrimage/holiday to Lourdes with young people with special needs, from all over Ireland.

The Trust has over 1100

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people travelling at Easter time and it is divided into small groups of approx 10 young people and 12 volunteer carers who stay in one of the many Hotels in Lourdes.

In June we bring a group of 110 people to Hosanna House in Lourdes for what is a unique experience both Carer and Guest.

We have two facilities in Kilcuan, Co. Galway and Cois Cuain, Co. Wexford each offering different opportunities.

Both facilities provide Friendship weeks during the Summer. application forms are available from our office at 091 796622.

For more information on the

Irish Pilgrimage Trust please contact us at 091 796622 or Email info@irishpilgrimagetrust.c om or visit our web page on http://www.irishpilgrimage trust.com for more information.. if you would like a novena published please send a postal order or cheque made payable to tHe iRisH pilGRiMaGe tRust and send it, along with your novena to: neWsGRoup, unit 3, FlooR 2, st. DoMiniC's sHoppinG CentRe, st DoMiniC's RoaD, tallaGHt, Dublin 24 if you require any further information call us on 087 6535443.

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south dublin house priCes rise .74% this year, survey Finds

The price of the average three-bed semi detached house in South Dublin has increased by .74% to €342,500 in the in the first three months of 2016, a nationwide property survey has found.

The REA Average House Price Survey concentrates on the sale price of Ireland's typical stock home, the three-bed semi, giving an up-to-date picture of the property market in towns and cities countrywide to the end of Q1 this week.

“Rents are continuing to increase and more rental properties are being brought to the market and bought by owner-occupiers and first-time buyers are being priced out of the market,” said Anthony McGee from REA McGee in Tallaght.

“It’s been a disappointing quarter, in that supply levels have been low, however demand has also being quiet which may be a reaction to the election and ongoing instability,” said Barry McDonald from REA McDonald in Lucan.

“The Central Bank is the focus of our total problems,” said Rory Crerar, REA Orchard, Rathfarnham.

“This is causing a huge problem for the rental market and it's unfair for 25-40 age brackets.”

According to Ed Dempsey from REA Dempsey in Dun Laoghaire, buyers are not just concentrating on a single property, but are making bids on numerous properties.

The average three-bed semi nationally now costs €191,194, a rise of €2,824 or 1.5% on Q4 2015.

The average price of a three-bed semi in Dublin City and County has risen by 0.6% from €332,000 to €334,000 in the first three months of the year.

However, this activity is mainly centered on limited new building activity in the north of the county and pockets of south Dublin which have seen the return of the cash buyer to the market.

REA agents around the country state that many local rises are now being caused by lack of stock

driving up prices.

“We are seeing a marked absence of the 25-40 year olds at viewings in the capital over the past few months as, under the current Central Bank restrictions, they are finding it impossible to raise the deposits needed to purchase houses over the €220,000 limit,” said REA chairman Michael O’Connor.

“Although supply is extremely limited, suitable properties are now being bought in these areas by buyers who are prepared to travel over an hour to work in the capital.

“Lack of supply of suitable housing is the paramount issue nationwide, and while we have had rises in many areas, they are primarily driven by buyer competiton for the lowest supply we have seen in years.”

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43 tHe MeaDoWs olD toWn Mill, CelbRiDGe Award Winning Auctioneering team, Team Lorraine Mulligan Of RE/MAX Results Celbridge & Lucan welcomes you to this fabulously presented three bed semidetached home with a sun drenched large private rear garden with sandstone patio and mature trees. This home has been tastefully decorated throughout and is ideal for first time buyers or young families allowing the buyer to just hang their hat. This home is located in a quiet cul de sac and has the added advantage of overlooking a large green area.

With prices rising by 5.1%, and viewings up substantially, Limerick was Ireland’s fastest growing city in Q1, with three bed semis increasing by €8,000 to their current level of €165,000.

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PEUGEOT LAUNCHES 308 GTi BY PEUGEOT SPORT IN IRELAND …THE ULTIMATE HOT HATCH

Peugeot has brought the 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport to market in Ireland. The 308 GTi has been developed by Peugeot Sport engineering experts and offers drivers the ultimate ride.

Showcasing Peugeot’s unique i-Cockpit interior, a 1.6-litre THP Stop & Start petrol engine and a tuned chassis, the 308 GTi is available in two versions – a 250bhp version and a 270bhp version with Torsen® differential. The featured engine is the most efficient in its category, capping CO2 emissions at 139g/km and delivering 47.0mpg (6.0 litres / 100km). The 308 GTi 250bhp retails from €36,990 plus delivery, whilst the 270bhp version is launched from €39,990 plus delivery related charges. The 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport is now available on special order through the Peugeot Dealer Network in Ireland.

Bruno Famin, Director of Peugeot Sport said, “As with all our competition models including the recently victorious 2008 DKR beast, in developing the 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport, we targeted all aspects of the car, including weight, the efficiency of the chassis and brakes, the engine performance and the bodyhugging seats. Those who buy the car are set for an intense experience with this new version developed by an entire team. It comes with a raft of high-end performance features as standard.”

The 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport, in both 250bhp and 270bhp guise, adopts a striking stance, sitting 11 millimetres lower to the ground on large wheels. Full LED headlamps flank an exclusive black radiator grille with a horizontal chequered pattern and gloss-black finishing, while two ample exhaust pipes are found housed at the rear. There are two front

spoilers below the bumper, which add to aerodynamic performance, with a SCx of just 0.69. The GTi signature is clearly visible on the front wings and the tailgate.

Interior styling is purposely sporty, with an anthracitestyle finish right up to the roof, red stitching features on the upholstery, door panels, gear lever and GTi floor mats. The aluminium door sills carry the Peugeot Sport and GTi signatures, matched by aluminium pedals, foot rest and gear knob.

The user-friendly feel of the unique Peugeot i-Cockpit promotes safe, instinctive driving, crucial for a car that packs such a punch.

The compact steering wheel, finished in full-grain leather and featuring the GTi logo, provides natural grip and flawless precision.

It leaves plenty of room to see the head-up instrument panel readouts with their chequered backdrops and the GTi greeting in the centre.

The large touchscreen forms a seamless part of the instrument panel with its Redline theme, adding a final touch of flair to the Peugeot i-Cockpit.

The 308 GTi 250bhp features the same engine as its more powerful sibling.

Fitted with 18” alloys, it goes from 0 to 100kmph in 6.2 seconds and covers 1,000 metres from a standing start in 25.6 seconds, with a power-toweight ratio of just 4.82kg/hp. Brakes include 330mm discs in the front and 268mm counterparts in the rear.

Power is channelled to the ground through Michelin Pilot Sport 3 tyres (225/40 R18).

Standard equipment on the 250bhp version includes 18” alloys, dual zone climate control, cruise control with speed limiter, electric handbrake, auto headlamps

and wipers, electro-chrome rear view mirror, large touchscreen, front and rear parking sensors with rear parking camera, electric folding door mirrors, satellite navigation, Bluetooth and USB input, driver and passenger lumbar adjustment, sports style front seats trimmed in leather effect and half alcantara with red stitching, Peugeot Open & Go keyless entry and alarm.

enhances engine noise growl and changes the accelerator pedal mapping.

There are a total of six colours available in the 308 GTi range: Ultimate Red, Pearlescent White, Magnetic Blue, Nera Black, Cumulus and Hurricane Grey. A Coupe Franche

option available on the 308 GTi 270bhp version contrasts the explosive Ultimate Red with Nera Black.

With a rich heritage in motor sport success, since the launch of the legendary 205 GTi, Peugeot has sold its sportier performance

models to more than 800,000 satisfied customers, to include the 206 GTi, 307 GTi, 309 GTi, 405 Mi16, the 505 GTi, the 306 GTi-6, more recently the 208 GTi and the RCZ R and now the muchanticipated Peugeot 308 GTi

by Peugeot Sport.

The 308 GTi 270 sets a new record for power-to-weight ratio in its segment, at just 4.46kg per unit of horsepower, and does 0100kph in a mere 6.0 seconds, covering 1,000 metres from a standing start in 25.3 seconds. The 308 GTi 270bhp version is equipped with Torsen® limited-slip differential technology and 19’’ alloy wheels shod with Michelin Super Sport tyres.

It has 380mm discs at the front with red Peugeot Sport brake calipers and 268mm discs at the rear.

Standard equipment on the more powerful 270bhp version sees the addition of 19” alloys and massage function on driver and passenger seats. The GTi 270 version also features Peugeot Sport bucket seats, upholstered in leather and Alcantara and providing outstanding lateral support, to ensure the driver feels at one with the car at all times. Exclusive to the GTi 270bhp version, a Torsen® limited-slip differential has been incorporated into the transmission to improve cornering grip.

Standard on both versions, a Driver Sport Pack allows the driver to ramp up the highoctane feel. Pressing the Sport button on the centre console switches the display colour from white to red, shows additional information on the central readout (power, torque, boost, lateral and longitudinal acceleration),

The 308 GTi by Peugeot Sport is now available on special order through the Peugeot Dealer Network in Ireland

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TOP FIVE FILMS – Prison

Drama, tears, fights and even laughter the characters in prison movies really do run the gauntlet of emotion.

This week we are taking a look at the most interesting and insightful movies about doing time in Top Five Films – Prison.

Although many of the movies are a little on the dark side there are still plenty of options for watching with the family or a movie night in with friends.

So prepare for some thrills and spills as well as some twists and turns as we bring you our Top Five Films – Prison…

1. the Rock – Some of this movie was actually recorded in Alcatraz; one of the most famous jails of all time. The film tells the story of a scientist who is trying to save the west coast after the bad guys take 60 tourists hostage in the notorious prison. Expect cheesy one-liners and lots of action as good guys Nicolas Cage and Sean Connery try to break into the prison and save the hostages.

2. american History X – Undoubtedly one of the best

Nicolas Cage in Con Air

movies of our generation Edward Norton gives a masterclass in acting as Derek Vineyard; the reformed leader of a violent white supremacist gang.

Derek is paroled from prison after murdering two black men and tries to cut ties with the gang in an effort to prevent his younger brother, Danny, of making the same mistakes he did.

Outstanding acting, a brilliant storyline and an explosive ending. A mustsee movie.

3. the shawshank – Widely Redemption considered the ultimate prison movie this is the story of a man who is imprisoned though he claims his innocence. He bonds with an older, wiser prisoner and the two become friends finding solace in their friendship and providing each other with a chance at redemption. Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman star in the lead roles.

4. the longest yard – A remake of the 1974 movie of the same name this version stars Adam Sandler and Chris Rock. Burt Reynolds, the star of the original film, also makes an

appearance in this movie.

Although it is not groundbreaking there are plenty of laughs in this modern twist. Sandler plays a disgraced former professional footballer who lands in jail and is tasked with training the sadistic prison guards who are due to play the inmates but things are turned on their head when the inmates start to take the game more seriously.

5. Con air – A second entry for Nicolas Cage this may be his best role to date.

Playing inmate Cameron Poe who is being transferred home on a flight full of the worst criminals in America this movie is pure brilliance.

Con Air is a specially equipped airplane to transfer maximum security prisoners but when things go awry in the sky Poe, a decorated army ranger, is the only hope of recapturing the convicts. Very cheesy dialogue but such a great script, with as much humour as action.

There is lots to look forward to in our Top Five Films Prison if you are spending a movie night on the couch with friends and family this week.

D.A.R.K. to play Whelan’s

The Cranberries frontwoman Dolores O’Riordan will take to the stage once more after announcing a special collaboration with The Smiths bass player Andy Rourke and songwriter, producer and DJ Olé Koretsky.

D.A.R.K. featuring Dolores O’Riordan may seem like an unlikely collaboration but the trio have already been making waves in the music world.

The band’s roots lie in a New York DJ-mixing collaboration formed between Andy and Olé, after they met gigging in Washington DC. The two have been experimenting and laying down tracks in their home studios over the last number of years and a chance encounter between Andy

and Dolores brought D.A.R.K together.

O’Riordan asked Rourke what he was working on – resulting in the two sharing tracks and ideas by email and the Cranberries singer lending her voice to the songs and even completely reimagining some tracks.

Having sold over 40 million albums with her band O’Riordan has a wealth of experience while Rourke was a member of one of the most iconic British bands in history, also working with Ian Brown, Sinead O’Connor and Badly Drawn Boy. Although not as well-known as his colleagues Koretsky brought his own project, called SCIENCE AGREES, into the mix and the three have found plenty of common ground, musically as well as personally, leading to them recording an album

together.

D.A.R.K. will play Whelan’s on May 16 showcasing the eclectic album, SCIENCE AGREES, which is arranged and produced by all three: a concoction created in NYC and Ontario, mixed in California and mastered in London.

A distinctive album which shows the essence of each personality and their collective love of electronica and new wave.

The group called on lots of influences throughout the album, with nods to artists including Angelo Badalamenti, The Cure, Depeche Mode, David Bowie, Pet Shop Boys, REM and Brian Eno. Tickets for the D.A.R.K. gig at Whelan’s are available now and SCIENCE AGREES will follow on CD, digital download and vinyl in May.

Tallaght’s favourite son Al Porter is coming home to the Civic Theatre for a brand new show this May. The camp comedian will start his six-night run at the Loose End Studio in the Tallaght venue on May 16 when he showcases his new material for the very first time.

As expected the €10 tickets for the event sold out very quickly as fans of the funnyman jumped at the chance to see him test his new jokes.

Porter is used to making people laugh – he has been doing it since his school days in St Mark’s CS – and he remains a down-to-earth, approachable guy.

He is his own worst critic and works hard to perfect his stage show at every opportunity; and he will have plenty of those as he is laid bare in the intimate venue for six nights.

‘Work In Progress’ is presented by the Lisa Richards Agency and has been described as a “must see” – as well as a chance to see Porter at his “most naturally funny while road testing his new tales”.

Gone is the usual band and fancy curtain this Civic show

is all about a stool, some notes and a lot of laughs as the Tallaght man figures out what works ahead of his headline sell-out shows in Dublin and Cork later in the year.

Porter has previously revealed that smaller audiences make him very nervous so these gigs in the Loose End Studio should really test his abilities to

the max.

However, the comedian never fails to impress and audiences will be hoping for more of his energetic, colourful and irreverent humour when he returns to the Civic next month.

Al Porter is a ‘Work in Progress’

For more information about upcoming shows in the Tallaght venue visit www.civictheatre.ie.

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A mother-of-one from Knocklyon, Co.Dublin wanted to make a change in her life. It was time to lose those lingering pounds that had annoyed her for so long.

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She didn't like buying clothes any-more or going out and wanted to shed the excess pounds.

She joined a slimming group a few months ago after seeing a neigh-bour’s two stone drop and hasn’t looked back. She joined with the goal of loosing one stone, but one wasn't enough and she dropped another “It was great from the start once I realised that I had plenty of choice in what I could eat and I just started to feel better about myself.

It’s more of a lifestyle change than anything else.”

Lorraine said.

Lorraine can still cook her favourite dishes such as omelettes, bolognese and vast range of other healthy op-tions.

“You’d think loosing weight is all about the gym but the battle is in the kitchen” “A few months ago I weighted 12 stone and 3 pounds and now I'm down to

10 stone. Once I hit my target I wanted to push myself and keep going” she said.

“The best part is you're never hun-gry and there is always plenty of food and recipes to choose from.

“Before I started I knew I had weight to lose; nothing looked good on me and I could see it in the mirror.”

“Joining a slimming group was a whole new experience for me. With the support from the leaders and other members I was determined to hit my target and get to the weight I wanted to be at.

Her main objective to overcome was the all too familiar sweet tooth, that was her downfall. She learned that with slimming world she could eat as much of the right food as she wanted and so wasn't always craving any-thing sweet.

Her household has also adopted this healthy lifestyle choice and her 18 year old son, Ryan said “Im really proud of my Mam, I know losing weight is a hard thing to do but she really stuck to it and she gives it her all. Its even had an

affect on my dad and I, in the way we eat.”

Mrs Collins admitted she felt better about herself in how she feels and how she looks.

She has made friends from the group and said she loves the group she's in; “all of them are so supportive and are also great for a chat” Lorraine said “Its important

Above: Lorraine before losing 31lbs., and right Lorraine after her weight lose

to keep at it and stick to it, you might go off the rails now and again but the next day just get back at it and start again.”

●lorraine is opening her own slimming World Group in Firehouse Community Centre on Monday 4th april at 7.30pm.

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