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60% OF PARENTS GET INTO DEBT FUNDING THIRD LEVEL EDUCATION

The Irish League of Credit Unions has launched the results of the 2016 Cost of Third Level Education Study which surveyed 1,000 Irish adults over the age of 18 with Marketing Research Company iReach. The research found that 60% of parents get into debt funding third level education; 73% of parents really struggle to cover the cost of their child’s third level education; and

62% of family budgets have been adversely affected by the third level registration fee.

“The survey reflects what we’ve been saying time and time again.” Annie Hoey, USI President, said. “Third level education is causing a huge financial strain on young people and families. Almost two third of family budgets have been adversely affected by the third level

registration fee – which, at €3,000, is the second highest in Europe. USI research conducted in June shows that 58% of students miss meals, 39% go hungry and 34% go without heat. The research released this morning from the Irish league of Credit Unions shows that families are also feeling the pinch.

Publiclyfunded education benefits everyone, including families, not just those receiving

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According to the research, 87% of parents are supporting their children financially through college, contributing €447 per month per child to cover costs of college.

Worryingly, 4% of parents say they will approach a moneylender to cover third level costs. USI said this reflects how desperate families are to send their children to third level education because they know it provides the key to a brighter future for them.

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people to pay higher taxes, returning more to the system.

“It’s a no brainer.” Hoey said. “It’s a win-win. If politicians prioritise education, they will have a better, stronger workforce able to earn more, in higher tax brackets; and they will also gain the support of the people who vote them in.

Prioritising education is prioritising the needs of the people.”

Further survey results: Parents are saving for an average of 8 years for third level costs, saving on average €8,150 73% of parents really struggle to cover the cost of their child’s third level education

MINISTER MUST ENACT VEHICLE CLAMPING ACT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE Fine Gael TD Noel Rock, has called on the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross T.D. to enact the Vehicle Clamping Act 2015. The Act sets the maximum release fee for clamping at €100 and relocation fees are capped at €50.

“The Act will mean that the NTA will be the independent regulator of clamping activities wherever they are operated. The Act was signed by the

President last May and some 15 months later, we are still waiting for it to be enforced.

This is not acceptable.

“I am calling on Minister Ross to work with the NTA in getting this legislation enacted as soon as possible. As a Government, we need to be ensuring that legislation like this is enforced as soon as it is signed by the President.

It leaves many believing that they are being overcharged for clamping, having

believed that this legislation was already in action.

“I am aware that the Minister has previously acknowledged the delay in enacting this piece of legislation and hopes it will be enacted in the early autumn. I hope he will be true to his word and make sure this is delivered in due course, giving clarity to road users who still find themselves gouged into paying often exorbitant fees to private operators”.

62% of family budgets have been adversely affected by the third level registration fee (marginal fall from 64% in 2015) 67% of students are extremely worried about finding suitable accommodation for the academic year 65% of students living at home compared to 62% in 2015, paying

average of €376 on average in rent Students living outside the home spending €1,048 euro per month, those living at home spending €530 per month 68% students work throughout the academic year to fund third level education, working on average 17 hours per week

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SUGAR LOBBY IN IRELAND DESERVE SHORT SHRIFT

Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has reacted to criticisms from the Irish Beverage Council to the proposed sugar tax by saying that keeping the profit margins of the sugar industry healthy to date is leading to an increasingly unhealthy society.

Ms Boylan said: “Ireland is currently the fourth biggest consumer of sugar in the world which explains to some extent how we’ve been landed with the dubious honour of becoming ‘the fat man of Europe’. Indeed, estimates put us on course as having the highest obesity levels in Europe by 2030 with the levels rising the fastest amongst

the poorest in society.

“The indignant outcry from the Irish Beverage Council on the sugar tax is nothing new in a long history of sugar industry lobbying against public health measures which threaten to minimise their profit margins. Unfortunately, keeping their profit margins healthy to date is leading to an increasingly unhealthy society.

“So important are these profit margins to the food and drink industry in Ireland and Brussels that they are willing to spend millions on aggressive lobbying to ensure that any potential public health measures which could affect their

profits are snuffed out. “ Tr a n s p a r e n c y campaigners Corporate Europe Observatory recently found that trade lobbyists Food and Drink Europe, of which the Irish Beverage Council are unsurprisingly members, had spent a staggering €1 Billion to successfully defeat a traffic-light food labelling scheme which would have been able to communicate the health profile of foods in a clear way for consumers.

“It is clear that the sugar industry’s deep pockets and aggressive lobbying tactics are having their desired effect.

“This year, the European Commission

shockingly attempted to push through a proposal which would have permitted baby food sold in Europe to be comprised of 30% sugar, going against common sense, warnings by the World Health Organisation and outrage from health NGOs and politicians.

“Before the vote in the European Parliament I called on fellow MEPs to reject this appalling proposal. Thankfully, most MEPs did so but I was disappointed to see that the Fine Gael MEPs ignored health

“I call on the government to ensure that such lobbying from the sugar industry on the sugar tax is given short shrift. They must also give a commitment to work much harder to deliver a consistent message on sugar industry influence on public health measures, sending out a clear message that this type of lobbying won’t be tolerated in Ireland or Europe.”

IRISH HEART FOUNDATION ‘DISAPPOINTED’ BY IRISH BEVERAGE COUNCIL COMMENTS ON SUGAR SWEETENED DRINKS TAX Responding to the Irish Beverage Council’s statement that a tax on sugar sweetened drinks is ‘all cost and no benefit’, the Irish Heart Foundation has said it is unsurprised but disappointed at industry’s failure to be part of the solution against Ireland’s obesity epidemic by supporting this vital public health measure.

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concerns and voted to allow such seriously high levels of sugar in food for babies.

Cliona Loughnane, policy and research manager with the Irish Heart Foundation said: “We are not surprised by the views expressed by the Irish Beverage Council but it continues to be disappointing to hear when we are facing significant obesity and food poverty problems among our children that are not going to go away if we continue to rely on voluntary codes adopted by industry.

“Right now we live in a country where obesity among children aged 8-12 years old has risen two-to-four fold since 1990 and it has to stop.

Sugar sweetened drinks are the most consumed beverage in Ireland.

These drinks, with no nutritional value, are being consumed by 53% of four-year-olds and 75% of 5 to 18 year olds.

“At the Irish Heart Foundation, we believe society has a duty of care to its children and introducing a levy on SSDs is a significant public health measure the Irish government must take. In Mexico, a one-peso tax was introduced in 2014 which led to a 10% price increase and reduced consumption by 6% by the end of the year.

“Not only will such a levy drive a reduction in consumption of these high sugar products, it will also provide funding for vital health and nutrition programmes specifically targeting children and young people through a dedicated Children’s Future Health Fund.”

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RTÉ BREACHING PUBLIC RESPONSIBILITY TO UPHOLD ADVERTISING BROADCAST STANDARDS

Fianna Fáil TD Jack Chambers has said that it is against all logic that the fastfood chain, McDonalds, is allowed to sponsor RTÉ’s flagship children’s programme, the Big Big Movie.

“It is remarkable that RTÉ are allowing McDonalds to sponsor this slot, despite

the ban on high fat salt and sugar foods during children’s programming.

“RTÉ are potentially infringing the Codes of Standards for Advertising, Promotional and Direct Marketing in Ireland, by allowing the advertising of junk food during the Big Big Movie.

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“As their own website details, this programme slot has a quarter of a million viewers which include a 31% average share of viewing for Kids. Sponsorship can reach 85% of households with children.” said Deputy Chambers.

“Evidence is clear, that the advertising of junk food adversely influences children’s preferences and heavily contributes to childhood obesity. Our national broadcaster should therefore be doing more to

protect Irish children from any exposure to the advertising of unhealthy food.

“RTÉ’s clear breach of public responsibility underscores the need for a blanket ban on advertising of junk food during the watershed

hours (6am to 9pm).

Sinn Féin Senator Máire Devine has called on the Government to restore payments and qualifying levels particularly to One Parent families who faced savage cuts over recent years.

This comes after a study released by Royal London Insurance Company has found that the value of work carried out by stay at home parents in Ireland is close to

€42,000 per year and is undervalued by €20 €30,000 on average per parent.

Commenting on this study, Senator Devine has called on the Government “to acknowledge the value of Stay at Home parents to the State, to children growing up and to society in general”.

but in most cases into precarious, low paid and uncertain work which disrupts family life and children’s development with little income benefit in broad terms. This survey proves that respect should be given to stay at home parents and not the age old stereotype that they are a burden on the State.

of adequate childcare facilities in which children can be placed and provided with a similar developmental experience as in the family home.

We have been promised a Scandinavian model of childcare for so long, yet it seems as far away as ever.

“The previous Government had little grasp of the potential public health problems associated with a child’s unhealthy diet.

A complete absence of public health policy

on the advertising of junk food targeted towards children could potentially lead to generations with sizable dental bills, increased incidences of Type 2 Diabetes and Early Onset Heart Disease,” added Chambers.

STAY AT HOME PARENTS SHOULD BE ACKNOWLEDGED AND SUPPORTED

Senator Devine said: “In Ireland, where there is such an emphasis on joining the workforce

“The other failure of this State is the lack

“In light of the upcoming budget, I am calling on the Government to restore payments

and qualifying levels particularly to One Parent families who faced savage cuts over recent years. Also, a refocus is needed on childcare facilities and policies in Ireland.

“Lastly, I want to acknowledge the work and commitment of stay at home parents throughout Ireland and thank them for the benefit they provide to society.”

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BAWNOGUE RESIDENTS FRUSTRATED BY ILLEGAL DUMPING ON ST CUTHBERT’S ROAD Sinn Féin Councillor Mark Ward has said that local residents are becoming increasingly frustrated by the amount of illegal dumping along St Cuthbert’s Road in Bawnogue, Clondalkin. He has noticed an increase in the frequency and the amount of illegal dumping in this area over the last couple of months.

Cllr Ward said: “St Cuthbert’s Road is a ring road that surrounds Bawnogue. Over the last couple of months, there has been an increase in the amount of illegal dumping along the road. I have visited the site on numerous occasions on the back of complaints of residents and have witnessed in excess of 20 areas of illegal dumping.

“There seems to be a custom of some

people to leave bags of domestic waste on the side of the road, beside bins and also at bus stops. The Council arrange for these areas to be cleaned as soon as possible. However, this is costing the Council money that could be much better spent.

Also, by the time the Council can respond, these bags of rubbish are often opened and litter is strewn across Bawnogue.

“Speaking to some residents, there is a misconception that the Council collect green waste if left on the side of the road. I have checked with the Council and this is not the case. The Councils Social Credits Scheme is set up for responsible residents to aid them in making their area a better place. The Social Credit’s Scheme rewards community groups who improve

their environment by carrying out proenvironmental actions such as community clean ups, maintenance of community gardens, graffiti removal and weeding of footpaths.

“Groups interested in the Social Credit’s Scheme should contact the Council in advance of any works being undertaken listing the work they intend to do.

Dumpers of illegal domestic waste seem to piggy back on the dumping of green waste. I believe that if people used the social credit scheme as a responsible way of recycling their green waste then this would in turn lead to less dumping of domestic waste.

“It is a shame that the behaviour of a very small minority in Bawnogue is bringing down the whole area.

I have spoken with the litter warden and his department will prosecute anyone who is responsible for illegal dumping.

I have also asked the Council to erect antilitter signs along St Cuthbert’s Road. There have also been reports of rats in the area

and I have no doubts that illegal dumping is a contributing factor in this.

“Bawnogue is an area that is not without its social problems. It is also an area that has huge community spirit.

A cleaner Bawnogue is a better Bawnogue.”

O’CONNOR RENEWS HIS CALL FOR PROGRESS ON THE NEW TALLAGHT STADIUM STAND

Local Councillor Charlie O’Connor has again called on South Dublin County Council to make progress in respect of proposals to build a new Stand at Tallaght Stadium.

In the response to the motion, the Council Management told Charlie O’Connor that “a Design Team for the third Stand at Tallaght Stadium is currently being assembled and will commence work during June 2016.

The architect’s department has also advised that the Design Team will be conducting a feasibility study considering the Stand to the North or the South and make their recommendations accordingly”.

The Council also told Charlie O’Connor that “full consultation under Part 8 of the Planning Act will commence before the end of the year and construction will commence in 2017 with a target completion date of the second quarter of 2018.” The report also added that budget estimates will be prepared during the early stage of project design by the Design Team.

According to Charlie O’Connor this remains an extremely important development which has widespread support and he stated that it was vital that the proposal continued to receive priority support from Council Management.

He added that the recent Champions League game involving Dundalk highlighted the need for an ambitious plan to build a proper new Stand and to allow Tallaght Stadium to reach its true potential.

In that regard, he welcomed the Council’s confirmation that feasibility studies and costings are being examined with a view to attracting additional sporting and entertainment events to maximise the value of the Stadium to the people of Tallaght and South County.

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TWEET OF THE WEEK ***by Lynda O’Donoghue Donnelly Tallaght’s newest eatery has gotten off to a flying start with a growing customer base, great food and a top notch atmosphere.

Peachtree East opened its doors earlier this month with an upscale coffee house followed by the launch of a full lunch menu.

Phase one and two are soon to be followed by an extensive dinner menu and a cocktail terrace.

Our Tweet of the Week for this edition showcases some of the wonderful food on offer at the new restaurant located beside Tallaght Library.

LACK OF STRATEGY PREVENTING REFURBISHMENT OF 1,449 VACANT HOUSING UNITS

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Housing, Planning and Local Government Barry Cowen TD says new figures he has obtained show that the Department of Housing has failed to approve

funding to refurbish approximately 1,449 housing units that are currently vacant.

Deputy Cowen said, “New information obtained by Fianna Fáil through a series of

Freedom of Information requests to each Local Authority, shows a lack of progress in refurbishing vacant social housing units.

“According to the information we have received there are

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approximately 2,751 housing units still vacant throughout the country.

“The Department of Housing has informed us that it has approved funding to refurbish 1,302 vacant housing units.

This means that there are approximately 1,449 vacant housing units that are yet to be allocated refurbishment funding.

“Minister Coveney has said that he is satisfied that the €24m allocated to refurbishing vacant units is adequate.

However it is clear that his department is providing refurbishment funding for less than 50% of the vacant units that have been identified to date.

“It is also important to note that the Department of Housing is actually spending €9m less on refurbishing vacant properties as compared to 2015,

despite the existence of so many vacant units.

“Minister Coveney needs to explain why refurbishing funding has not been allocated for 1,449 vacant units in the midst of a homelessness crisis.

These units represent the ‘low hanging fruit’ of housing supply, which could be turned around quickly with a clearer strategy and direction from the Minister.

“To put the potential contribution of vacant houses to supply into perspective, only 75 new local authority houses were constructed in 2015.

“The Department needs to wake up and get all these units back to use as a matter of urgency. Refurbishing vacant units will provide much needed housing while we await the construction of new builds,” concluded Deputy Cowen.

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BETHANY HOME CASE TO BE HEARD BY EUROPEAN COURT

Dublin South West TD Seán Crowe has welcomed news that Bethany Homes survivor Derek Leister case to the European Court of Human Rights has been accepted.

The Irish Government’s failure and refusal to include the Protestant Church run Bethany Children’s Homes in its redress scheme has led the chairman of the survivors group to take the case.

Crowe said that the Government’s decision not to include the homes at that time was based purely on a monetary one and had absolutely nothing to do with justice or about what was the right thing for the State to do.

The graves of 219 children who died in the Bethany Homes between 1922 and 1949 were found in Mount Jerome Cemetery in Dublin a number of years ago. 54 of the children had died from convulsions and a further 41 died from heart failure and 25 of malnutrition.

Deputy Seán Crowe continued: “We know that there are still many people who live with the lasting legacy of mental, physical and sexual abuse suffered as a result of their time in state run institutions.

“The state redress board was about much more than receiving compensation. It was supposed to be motivated by compassion and a concern for those who were abused while under the care of the State.

“It was one way of getting recognition for people who had suffered dreadful abuse.

“Derek Leinster, the chairman of the Bethany Homes survivors’ group suffered gastroenteritis diphtheria, whooping cough and pneumonia as a child in the home.

“The announcement 3 years ago that the survivors of Bethany Home were to be excluded from redress is a bitter blow to the handful of survivors that remain.

“The decision was a monetary one and had in my opinion absolutely nothing to do with justice or what was the right thing to do.

“Derek Leinster, the Chairman of the Bethany survivors’ group felt that he had no other option but to go to the European Court of Human Rights in relation to his treatment received in the Protestant Church run Institution.

“The unpalatable reality is that the Irish state abandoned their duty of care to children in institutions run by various religious dominations.

“Successive Irish governments repeatedly chose to ignore the plight of the Bethany victims, as they had done previously to the countless others who survived the Magdalene Laundry institutions.

“There is a huge responsibility on the State, as representatives and as guardians of the interests of the citizens of Ireland to ensure that victims of institutional abuse are given every opportunity to seek meaningful restitution in this jurisdiction.

“The Government’s decision to ignore the evidence linking this State to the Bethany Homes has meant that Derek Leinster has had to go to Europe to seek justice and recognition of the rightness of his cause.

“While I welcome that the Court has accepted his case, it is awful to think people who were neglected and ignored for so many years have to go to such lengths to achieve justice and recognition of wrongs perpetrated against them.

“Documents gained under the Freedom of information Act revealed that many of the infants who died between 1922 and 1949 were months, weeks, even days old when they were interred in an unmarked grave in Mount Jerome Cemetery. Those documents will now play a key part in the European Court of Human Rights case.

REPEATED CALL FOR GARDA ARMED SUPPORT UNIT MUST BE HEARD Fianna Fáil Senator and Seanad Spokesperson on Justice, Lorraine Clifford-Lee has repeated the call for the establishment of an Armed Support Unit to effectively combat incidents of terror and organised crime in the capital.

Commenting amid reports that senior Gardaí previously outlined the critical need for an ASU, Senator Clifford-Lee said, “The Government committed to the establishment of an ASU last February and we were assured that it would be fully operational by July.

“The fact that an ASU was recommended by senior figures months before the recent escalation of crime and little was done, is quite concerning.

Furthermore, it is unacceptable that we are still experiencing dispute surrounding its establishment most especially during a period when the need for its enforcement has never been greater.

“Fianna Fáil recently learned that the recruitment process for the unit has still not been completed and therefore we can expect even further delays in it’s formation.

“The people of Dublin are fearful in their own communities and this Government must urgently respond to the recommendations provided by senior front line Gardaí. It is time that the Minister’s promise is acted upon.”

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O’CONNOR WELCOMES OPENING OF NEW GP CENTRE Local Councillor Charlie O’Connor has welcomed the opening of the new Primary Care Centre at Tallaght Cross including the GP’s at Tallaght Cross Service.

The new Primary Care Centre had been planned for some years and was facilitated by Dr. Tom O’Dowd who continues to also operate at the Mary Mercer Health Centre in Jobstown.

According to Charlie O’Connor, credit is due to all six GPs involved but acknowledgement is also due to Talacare Limited, the HSE, Trinity College and Pharmacist, Declan Grogan.

The matter was raised by Charlie O’Connor at the July meeting of The Regional Health Forum, Dublin Mid-Leinster, when he was told that the new centre will provide network services to the wider Tallaght Community.

The HSE also told Charlie O’Connor that the services provided will include “Adult and Paediatric Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Dietetics, Psychology, Community Nursing and Regional Audiology Services.”

The report also stated that “there will be significant opportunity for an integrated approach to the delivery of services with the acute sector and discussions have already commenced with AMNCH and The Coombe regarding same.”

The modern new facility was handed over by the HSE in July, has now opened for business and it is expected that the building will become fully operational over the next two months.

Charlie O’Connor has congratulated all concerned in the development of this new facility and he expected that clients using the centre will be well pleased.

MIXED TENURE ESTATES SCHEME SHOULD BE FULLY STATE FUNDED

Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson on Housing, Planning, and Local Government Eoin Ó Broin has said ‘mixed tenure estates on public housing such as Dublin City Councils housing initiative should be funded by government as this will provide a better return for communities and the state’.

Deputy Ó Broin said: “Dublin City Council is planning significant increase in their Land Initiative which will see public land released for mixed tenure housing estates.

The estates will involve 30% social housing and a mixture of controlled rental and affordable purchase homes.

“The Initiative has been given new impetus by the Governments Housing Action Plan

proposal for Council led mixed tenure estates.

“Other local authorities including South Dublin County Council are actively considering similar schemes.

“These developments are large in scale and very welcome, however they should be funded by the government and not the private sector in order to ensure maximum public benefit.

“At present local authorities are considering a public private model for these developments with the Councils releasing all or part of the land to private developers. This is not the most effective way of developing such estates.

require good estate management. Having a single authority responsible for providing and maintaining all of the homes is better housing policy.”

“Equally, allowing the Council to provide the cost rental and affordable homes would allow rents and house prices to be maintained at a fairer level. It would also allow for any profit from rents or sale to be recycled back into the

public housing system.

“This funding model would allow local authorities to set the level of social housing on the basis of need in the area rather on the basis of what would generate a better rate of profit for a private developer.

“Allowing Councils to design, build, rent and sell the units in mixed tenure estates will build better communities and see better value for money and a better return for the taxpayer.

“Public private partnerships have a track record of failure, proving to be more expensive and harder to manage in the long run.

“Minister Coveney should provide funding to Dublin City Council and South Dublin County Council to fully develop their own mixed tenure estates. He should also allow both Councils to avail of a single stage approval and tendering process to ensure that the houses are built as speedily as possible.”

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SPEEDY DIAGNOSIS OF TYPE 1 DIABETES IN YOUNG CHILDREN IS CRITICAL TO AVOID DKA

The Department of Paediatrics in Birmingham last week released the results of a study1 that align with anecdotal information in Ireland that 1 in 3 children attending their GP with onset Type 1 diabetes are not being referred to hospital promptly resulting in 50% of children newly diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes having diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), potentially a life threatening condition.

The Birmingham research team surveyed 300 GP’s on how timely they had referred a young person they suspected of Type 1 diabetes to a specialist diabetes paediatric team.

The research team also looked back over 9 years of case notes of children diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes from January 2005 to December 2015 to uncover the incidence of DKA. Of the 111 (37%) GP’s who replied to the survey, 73 did a prompt referral (65.8%) leaving 38 (34.2%) children with a delayed referral. To understand the implications

of a delay in referral, the old case notes provided valuable information.

The case note review showed 96 children were diagnosed with Type 1 and 35 of these (36.5%) had a delayed referral. The average delay of 2 days led to 19 children (54.3%) presenting with DKA. Dr Declan Cody, Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist, Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin commented “‘this study again demonstrates the importance of the awareness and early recognition of the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents. Delay in diagnosis and lack of prompt referral can result in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) which is a potential lifethreatening complication of this condition”.

The most common reason for the delay was the GP attempting to confirm the diagnosis by undertaking further tests such as a fasting blood glucose test or

oral glucose tolerance test.

Dr Anna Clarke, Diabetes Ireland commented “This report mirrors what we are hearing from parents in Ireland. GP’s ask parents to bring their child back the next day or in a few days if they are not better for blood tests, whereas an immediate urine or finger prick glucose check is warranted”.

In 2014, 1 in 6 children in Ireland admitted to hospital had DKA. DKA is completely avoidable with early diagnosis. Diabetes Ireland is currently targeting GP’s, Schools, Parent Groups, Crèches and Pharmacies to increase awareness of the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and the urgency in confirming Type 1 diabetes and treating it early.

diabetes care team that has the competencies needed to confirm diagnosis and to provide immediate care”

REFERENCES

1. Dhaara Iyer et al. (2016) Timeliness of referral of

children with new onset type 1 diabetes. Postgrad Med J; Published Online First August 5 2016.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) issued guidelines in 2004 “children and young adults with suspected Type 1 diabetes should be offered immediate (same day) referral to a multidisciplinary paediatric

EUROPEAN COMMISSION DOUBLE-DEALING ON WATER MUST END

Reacting to the latest political intervention from the EU on the water issue in Ireland, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin Lynn Boylan called out the European Commission for its continued double-dealing at such a politically sensitive time for water charges in Ireland.

Ms Boylan said: “The European Commission needs to take a cold hard look at itself, that at a time when disengagement between citizens and the Brussels elites is at its highest, it deems it appropriate to stick its nose into Irish domestic politics when it is fully aware that

a review into water charging is ongoing.

“It must be noted that the position of the European Commission has curiously seemed to change over the past couple of years on this issue. Indeed, a year and a half ago, Commissioner Vella’s water unit in the

Commission confirmed in emails to separate queries from both myself and Marian Harkin MEP that Ireland could in fact opt to not charge for water as is permitted in the Water Framework Directive.

“The increasingly political interventions we are seeing now from

the Commission are therefore particularly at odds with what they’ve already put on the record on this issue. But then again, a year and a half ago the prospect of Irish water charges being abolished probably seemed a distant possibility to Mr Vella and the Fine Gael government.

“Contrary to what Fine Gael and the European Commission would like us to believe, Ireland’s hands are not tied regarding abolishing water charges. They have previously stated that we can do so with the only thing changing since then is the very real possibility through the Expert

Commission that they could be abolished.

Ireland cannot be lectured to by an EU which seems to change its mind to suit the government of the day.

“Furthermore, Sinn Féin have commissioned a legal opinion which I will publish when completed.”

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NEW RESTAURANT ON THE BLOCK DELIVERS SLICK SURROUNDS, DELICIOUS FOOD & HEALTHY OPTIONS CAMILE THAI RESTAURANT IS NOW OPEN IN VILLAGE GREEN, TALLAGHT

With 14 locations across the country Camile Thai is fast becoming one of the most recognisable Thai food takeaways in Ireland.

The company is now bringing the award

winning formula to Tallaght – with the added bonus of restaurant seating and a new lunch menu for customers.

So far Camile has created employment for 30 people with the

vast majority of the staff at the branch living locally.

Located at Village Green in Tallaght Camile has a slick, attractive shopfront which is both welcoming and

impressive; a look that is matched on the inside of the building.

The new restaurant is split into a takeaway and high seating area on one side and cosy booths, long shared tables and high ceilings

on the other.

There is a very smooth vibe inside the building which has been transformed into a modern, delightfully stylish restaurant with warm lighting and bright colours.

The takeaway area is also restaurant quality with a large open-plan floor, low counter and visible kitchen where the talented chefs prepare the freshest of food each day.

Manager of the Tallaght store, Simina Costinas, has plenty of experience with Camile and has also managed the very successful Sutton and Rathmines branches.

She said: “We are really looking forward to bring our brand of

healthy, authentic Thai food to the customers in Tallaght.”

Opening on this side of the city Camile has expanded its well-drilled model to include a sit-in option for customers who want the restaurant experience; something that is not yet available in any of the other 13 Camile locations.

The server brings your menu and when you decide you pay at the counter and your food is delivered to your table – along with an ice-cream cone for your complimentary dessert.

Camile also delivers all across Tallaght and the takeaway service has been very busy since

opening three weeks ago.

One of the main draws for the new eatery is the fresh ingredients and healthy options offered on its Thai cuisine menu.

Using locally grown meat and vegetables with sauces made from scratch every day Camile serves some of the freshest dishes you will find on any menu.

Their most popular dishes include Pad Thai, Crispy Chicken and Duck Spring Rolls; and they also offer a children’s menu to specifically cater for families.

For more information about Camile Tallaght or to view the menu for the new restaurant visit www.camile.ie.

One of the main draws for the new Camile Eat In Restaurant and Delivery is the fresh ingredients and healthy options offered on its Thai cuisine menu.

The Tallaght branch of Camile has the added bonus of restaurant seating and a new lunch menu for customers.

The visible kitchen where the talented chefs prepare the freshest of food each day.

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The Legal Column

Romaine Scally is the principal in the firm of ROMAINE SCALLY AND COMPANY SOLICITORS Main Street Tallaght, Dublin 24.

TEL 01 4599 506 FAX 01 4599 510 email: legal@scally.ie

In this edition of the paper, Romaine Scally, Principal in the Firm of Romaine Scally and Co, Solicitors, deals with the question of accidents.

As always please send your queries to: Romaine Scally, Solicitors, Main Street, Tallaght Village, Dublin 24. Telephone 4599506, Email – legal@scally.ie.

Q. I was a passenger in my brother’s car recently when he was hit from the side by an oncoming driver.

My brother’s insurance company are satisfied that my brother is not in any way to blame for the accident. However, the other driver has put in a claim for the damage to his car. Would I have to sue my brother if I were to pursue a claim for personal injuries?

A. Firstly, it has to be said that if you were to pursue any claim, whether it is against the other driver or indeed your brother, assuming that both parties are insured then, it is the insurance company who will pay out on foot of any claim. Naturally however, you would be reluctant to lay the finger of blame on your brother and most particularly in circumstances where his own insurance company are supporting him in denying liability to the other driver. Given that the initial process, being the application to the Injuries Board, is entirely nonconfrontational in nature then, you may wish to initiate your claim against this third party driver only. In the course of the process, the issue of liability or fault may well be decided and, if it turned out that your brother was to be held partly responsible for this accident then you would have to make a decision going forward as to whether or not you would include your brother as a named party on your Injuries Board application. Our advice is to go and see a Solicitor and discuss the matter in some detail with him/her.

Q. I was returning from holiday recently and our flight was very late arriving into Dublin. Unfortunately, as I was walking along the concourse, I slipped on something and fell badly. I ended up doing quite a lot of damage to my back and had to be taken away by wheelchair and an ambulance. I do not know what I fell on but I do know that my clothes were all wet. Would I have a claim?

A. This was a most unfortunate accident particularly coming as it did after what I assume was an enjoyable summer holiday. Nonetheless, at least it did happen on your way home and not perhaps on your way out which might have resulted in you missing your holiday altogether.

To answer your question, you more than likely do have a claim for personal injuries arising out of this incident. Although you are not sure what you fell on, nonetheless, you were aware that your clothes were wet after the fall. This is consistent with something having been spilt on the concourse. Given the lateness of the hour of your arrival home, there may not have been cleaning staff on duty at the time.

As the accident was obviously reported, it may well be that there is CCTV footage of your fall and this might clarify exactly how it happened. Our advice is to attend with a Solicitor to initiate a claim and most importantly, to ensure that the CCTV footage is made available to clarify the circumstances of the fall and hopefully assist you in pursuing your claim. We wish you the best of luck in this regard.

Q. I was a passenger in a taxi coming home late one night recently when the taxi was hit by a car which failed to stop at lights. I was in the backseat but was not wearing my seatbelt. I was shunted quite violently forwards and was taken by ambulance to hospital where I was treated and discharged on medication. I have been having ongoing problems with my neck since the accident and am wondering if I can still sue for personal injuries even though I was not wearing a seatbelt?

A. It is always very unfortunate to hear about accidents where people take such care of themselves when out socialising and then end up having an accident in a taxi. However, it happens quite a bit and bad and all as your accident was, it could probably have been a great deal worse. To answer your question, you certainly can bring a claim for personal injuries. Hopefully, this other driver stopped at the scene and gave his or her particulars. You can rest assured in any event that the taxi driver will have pursued the matter, either directly with this other driver or with the Gardaí. Hopefully, you will be able to get this information from the taxi driver.

The question of not wearing a seatbelt is one which goes towards contributory negligence. In other words, although you are perfectly entitled to pursue a claim for personal injuries arising out of this accident, irrespective as to whether or not you were wearing a seatbelt, nonetheless the absence of a seatbelt will result in a percentage reduction in your damages.

This so particularly in circumstances where the seatbelt would have reduced

significantly the particular injury, as in your case, a whiplash type neck injury.

Generally, damages are reduced from anything between 15% and 25% for failing to wear a seatbelt. However, it will not stop you initiating a claim and you should do so immediately through a solicitor. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Q. I was bringing my daughter to school recently when she tripped over an obstruction which was temporarily put down to stop a faulty door opening out more than halfway. The wooden obstruction was unfortunately partly concealed by overgrown grass. My daughter was running up to the outdoor assembly before they start school and so the impact was a severe one. She fell forward, damaging her knee but unfortunately, it looks like some of her teeth have been damaged. Our dentist is still not sure if he can save two of her teeth. As she is 12 years of age, these are her second teeth. Would we have a claim?

A. This was a very unfortunate occurrence and one which seems to have far reaching consequences for your daughter. Her treatment is likely to be ongoing and costly. With regard to any claim, this certainly seems to be one of those cases where you would most certainly be able to claim and would expect to be successful. Over more recent years, the courts have been somewhat reluctant to lay the finger of blame at schools, given that ultimately, the payment out of compensation only increases the costs to schools, thus reducing money available to the school itself for educational purposes. However, in a case such as this where the school are clearly responsible for creating an obstruction and tripping hazard then, we would fully expect you to be successful in your claim on behalf of your daughter.

As she is a minor, one of her parents will have to initiate the claim. As these claims involving dental treatment tend to be lengthy because a final prognosis is often not available for some years, we would strongly recommend that you start the process as soon as possible. We would advise you to attend with a Solicitor sooner rather than later and we would also urge you to take photographs of the obstruction prior to it being removed. We wish you the best of luck in this regard.

Q. I was recently eating at a restaurant I had never been to before.

Our seat was in a raised booth. By the time we were leaving, it was dark, and I had forgotten that the seating was raised. I therefore missed my step when I walked off the booth and ended up falling and twisting my ankle badly.

The restaurant are saying it is my fault

because I had successfully negotiated the step leading up to the booth when I arrived. I feel however that they should be in some way responsible, as it is like walking off a cliff edge when you step out from the seat. The lighting was not good.

Would I have a claim?

A. This was a very unfortunate occurrence and one which could easily happen. The question as to whether or not you have a claim would depend to some extent on Engineering evidence.

Obviously all public premises should be designed in such a way as to ensure the safety of patrons in general. It may well be that the absence of any particular lighting highlighting the difference in height, combined with poor lighting in the restaurant generally, will result in the restaurant being found liable. It is definitely a case worth pursuing, particular where the injury you sustained was a nasty one. It is likely that an inspection by an Engineer will be required to determine whether or not the step complies with Health & Safety. Initially however, the application is non-contentious through the Injuries Board and we would strongly recommend that you start the process as soon as possible. You should consult with a Solicitor to ensure that everything is done to maximise your chances of successfully bringing a claim so that vital evidence is not lost or the design of premises changed before you have a chance to arrange an Engineering Inspection. We wish you the best of luck in this regard.

Q. I was shopping in a department store recently and admiring certain sale items placed on a temporary display.

However, as I was walking away from the display, my foot caught in a sort of protruding leg supporting the display. I injured my leg badly and will have to go to physiotherapy for some time. Would I have a claim?

A. We are sorry to hear about this accident which seems to have had long lasting consequences for you. We hope that your recovery will be speedy. In relation to your question, it is very likely that you would be successful in bringing a claim against the department store.

Shoppers are naturally attracted to the items on display and their eyes are not directed to the floor to protect themselves against protruding items. It seems as if this temporary display will not comply with Health & Safety within the department store and, as such, you could expect to be successful in your claim. It is important however, that you commence a claim as soon as possible and we recommend that you attend with your Solicitor to pursue the matter further.

We wish you the best of luck in this regard.

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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WHAT ABOUT PLC COURSES

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 to gain access into higher education, 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.

“Over recent years our graduates have achieved honours degrees in graphic design, fashion design, TV & Film (moving image),

performing arts theatre, performing arts dance, fine arts, psychology, social science, health and social care, music production and construction.”

This year BIFE offers Honours Degree programmes in: · Accounting Technician · Fine Art · Acting for Theatre & Film · Dance · TV & Film (Moving Image) · Music Production · Music Performance · Graphic Design · Fashion Design Allen explained, “These courses are at Higher National Diploma level and on completion many of last year’s graduating students, proceeded to the final year of an

honours Degree Programme in Ireland or Britain. The two-year Accounting Technician course allows BIFE students to proceed to the 3rd year of the Bachelor of Business in Accounting Course (TA111) in IT Tallaght.

BIFE constantly updates and introduces new programmes in response to demand, needs and workplace opportunities. This year they have introduced a new Professional Cookery Level 6 (Culinary Arts) course for those who wish to pursue a career as a chef and with an upturn in the economy their new morning Architectural Technology course is proving to be very popular.

Other new morning courses include Nail Technology & Salon Management, Holistic & Wellbeing Studies and Medical Secretary.

Other popular level 5 & 6 courses include Fitness Professional & Gym Instruction, Security Studies and Business & Tourism

Courses. All you need to be eligible for these course is to pass your leaving Certificate.

“There are also many opportunities for mature students including an IT Skills with Digital Marketing course, as well as other IT courses for those who want to break into the world of paid employment.”

“All courses have valuable accreditation and certification and offer 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 Day’ on Friday 26th August from 10am to 4pm.

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.

NOVENAS NOVENAS NOVENAS NOVENAS NOVENAS NOVENAS

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. 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. B.L. 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. B.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.

Promise publication and favour will be granted no matter how impossible.

Never known to fail. In thanksgiving for many favours received and prayers answered. A.J.L. 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. B.D. 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. C.C.

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.

A very Special Thank you to the Angles. G.L. 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. I.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.

Promise publication and favour will be granted no matter how impossible.

Never known to fail. M.C. As our regular readers will know we have asked for your generosity in 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 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. com or visit our web page on http://www. irishpilgrimagetrust.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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“Ultimate Fight ChatA Guide to Becoming an Armchair Expert” is a new eBook that is the ultimate guide to all things UFC. This guide was created because of the continued success of global icon Conor McGregor and the influx of new Mixed Martial Arts fans. Ireland’s infatuation with all things MMA related has exploded and the UFC bug has well and truly taken over and with so many new enthusiasts it means there is a thirst for knowledge, which is why “Ultimate Fight Chat” was produced, to give the reader the quickest and easiest way of learning everything there

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NATIONAL 5KM #WALK4FAMILIES EVENT TAKES PLACE ON 10TH / 11TH SEPTEMBER Raising Funds to support families with seriously ill children in hospital

#Walk4Families is a national 5K Fundraising Walk, which will take place on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September in various counties all over Ireland. The fundraising initiative aims to raise vital funds for a new Ronald McDonald House that will accommodate 53 families alongside the New National Children’s Hospital when it opens on the grounds of St James’s Hospital in 2020.

helping 3000 families across Ireland since 2004 means that people all over the country know the importance of the services we provide. We are asking that people register for a walk near you or organise a walk in your own county.

With your help we will be able to look after families whose children will be staying at the new National Children’s Hospital for treatment or surgery.”

The cost to build and fit out the new 53 bedroom Ronald McDonald House at the National Children’s Hospital will be in excess of €16 million. Since 2004, the Ronald McDonald House has provided accommodation, care and support for almost 3,000 families whose seriously ill children have been hospitalized or are undergoing treatment at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.

always be grateful to the Ronald McDonald House Charity and the wonderful staff and volunteers who looked after our family while the hospital looked after our very sick child.

We are asking families around the country to join a #Walk4Families event near you on 10th or 11th September or to organise a #Walk4Families event in order to support the Ronald McDonald House.”

Calling for support from all corners of Ireland for this initiative, CEO (Volunteer) of Ronald McDonald House Charity in Ireland, Marian Carroll, said: “We are calling on people to support our #Walk4Families event taking place all over Ireland. Families who have stayed with us in the Ronald McDonald House in Crumlin are organising #Walk4Families events across the country on the weekend of 10th/11th September.

Our track record of

“We are asking for people to participate that weekend, to bring their children, to enjoy the familyfriendly atmosphere and, most of all, to support families who have a seriously ill child in hospital. For €20, people can take part in the walk and support a brilliant cause that makes a challenging time for families so much easier. If families can’t do the walk that weekend, they can still contribute using our text donation service,” she continued.

Each #Walk4Families event has been organised at local level by families who have stayed in The Ronald McDonald House while their own children were seriously sick in Crumlin Children’s Hospital and any form of support to them in this initiative is very welcome.

Commenting on the importance of supporting families who have a sick child in hospital, Jake Heenan, Connacht Rugby player & RMHC Ambassador said: “The main reason I got involved was because my younger brother suffered health complications when he was born very premature. This was naturally a very difficult time for me and my family, and I am very supportive of the work the Ronald McDonald House Charity does to lighten that

Rosie Conneely (Galway) said: “Having a sick child far from home, families and friends is difficult, expensive and emotionally challenging. We will

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burden for families.”

To participate in a walk near you please register now: https:// www.iregister.ie/v2/ events/walk4families/ Registration is only €20 per family. If you would like to organise a walk in your county please contact Joe Kenny 014560435 / joe.kenny@rmhc.ie .

Our aim is to have a walk in every county.

For more information on #Walk4Families please follow us on Facebook/RMHCDublin | www.rmhc.ie If you cannot attend a #Walk4Families please Text HOUSE to 50300 to donate €4 (Texts cats €4 | Minimum €3.26 to charity | Service provider Like Charity | 076 6805278) All funds raised from #Walk4Families and Texts goes directly to The Ronald McDonald House Charity, an independent charity run by a Board of Trustees appointed by the charity.

Against the vibrant backdrop of the Culture Night art installation in the ArtBox Gallery, Culture Night 2016 officially launched its programme as dazzling ballerina Lisa Tighe, performed with a little help from young fiddler- Eadaoin Sheehy ( 8) in front of the dramatic and colourful installation, Culture Night participants warmed up for an evening of nationwide exploration, experience and enjoyment on the 16th September that revolves around you as details of the programme were unveiled.

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by Lynda O’Donoghue Donnelly email: lynda@newsgroup.ie

Covering ● Tallaght ● Clondalkin ● Lucan ● Rathcoole ● Saggart ● Newcastle

TOP FIVE FILMS – Kids With the last few weeks of the Summer holidays upon us there is every chance that you are running out of things to do with the little ones.

Never fear, our Top Five Films – Kids is bound to give you plenty of ideas about what to watch when spending quality time together.

Perfect for a rainy day activity or simply to stave off the Summer holiday boredom for a few hours these top movies will keep the whole family happy.

So here they are, our Top Five Films – Kids…

1. Big Hero 6 – Although you may not know too much about this film from the trailers it is actually a brilliant animated feature.

It follows the story of inflatable healthcare helper

Baymax; a robot designed to look after people.

Hiro, the little brother of Baymax’s inventor, is stuck with robot when tragedy strikes. When a disaster spells trouble for Hiro Baymax leaps into action, getting together a band of inventors to save the day.

2. E.T The Extra-terrestrial – A classic family movie this will have you laughing, crying and wondering why we can’t all have a pet alien. Left behind during a mission to earth ET befriends a lonely young boy and tries to find his way back home. The bond between the two grows but tragedy strikes when ET falls sick; an ailment that affects Elliot too. It is a race against time to cure them and get ET back to

where he belongs. Over 30 years old but still a classic.

3. The Goonies – Another from the archives this is one of the best kids’ movies of all time. It brings together a bunch of misfit friends who go off in search of treasure to save their family homes. The adventure that awaits is scary, funny and bonds them together forever. If you haven’t watched this movie with your kids do it right now!

4. Harry Potter – Although some of the films are a little dark kids absolutely love the way Harry Potter transports them to a whole new world. Filled with different language, secret powers, flying creatures and all sorts of people these movies have the power

AMY SCHUMER LIVE AT THE 3 ARENA

Amy Schumer

If you are looking for a night out this month you could do worse than book tickets to see Hollywood’s latest darling Amy Schumer Live at the 3 Arena.

A stand-up comedian by trade Schumer has made a name for herself in Tinseltown over the last 12 months with her show Inside Amy Schumer receiving critical acclaim from all corners.

She also wrote and starred in the Judd Apatow directed Trainwreck which was a box office hit and shot Schumer to super stardom.

However, it is her devil-may-care attitude that has won her most fans; rebelling against social conformity, body-shaming and misogynist outlooks she has found herself cast in the role of female champion.

Plus, she is very, very funny. With a dry sense of humour, quick wit and an ability to cut you down from 20 paces no-one is safe from her famously sharp tongue.

While not suitable for children Schumer offers a funny, honest and dry look at the world and the people in it which will give adults a good belly laugh and a shameful shake of the head.

If you are easily offended Schumer’s show might not be for you but for those who like to be pushed from their comfort zone this show could be just the ticket.

Serving up a hot dose of honesty, bad language and stories about sex, drugs, the female anatomy and why we shouldn’t care what anyone thinks; Amy Schumer really is a breath of fresh air.

Whether you like her or loathe her it is hard to ignore her rising star, her sing-song voice and her uniquely hilarious brand of humour.

There is still a limited amount of tickets available for her only Dublin show on Friday, August 26th in the 3Arena.

Priced from €49 plus booking fee tickets are available from Ticketmaster now.

to fuel the imagination.

5. Maleficent – Once a champion of the people Maleficent suffers a horrible betrayal; turning her pure heart to stone. She becomes

vengeful and filled with anger, taking revenge by cursing the King’s daughter.

She soon realises that the infant, who is growing into a young woman, could be the key to happiness for

the kingdom. Angelina Jolie stars in the title role of this brilliant Disney adaptation.

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THE WHISKEYS OF IRELAND Whiskey expert Peter Mulryan has produced a definitive, ornate and informative piece of work with his new book, The Whiskeys of Ireland.

The hard-back copy offers details about Ireland’s whiskey heritage as well as the background about where and how the top shelf drinks are produced.

Mulryan covers the history of whiskey throughout the ages – with the iconic drink surviving taxation laws, the great Irish Famine, two wars and prohibition.

The book takes us from the humble beginnings of uisce beatha; the water of life; which was distilled in monasteries across the country in the 15th century up to the present day.

Throughout the ages the drink has undergone several incarnations including those early monastery days, the poitín boom of the 19th century and Irish Whiskeys current status as the fastest growing drink on the world market.

However, The Whiskeys of Ireland does not simply rely on the colourful history of

the drink to engage the reader, it also provides practical information about the distilling, blending and tasting of the gold-coloured beverage.

Mulryan has written many books on whiskey throughout this career and has spent years producing television programmes about food and drink.

He is also the force behind the Blackwater Distillery in West Waterford which he opened in 2015 and is the home of Blackwater No. 5 Gin. This full colour illustrated

book is a must-have for whiskey lovers, those who have an interest in the industry or anyone who simply likes nice things.

Easy to read and packed full of information The Whiskeys of Ireland is bound to make even the most teetotal among us curious about Ireland’s most famous drink.

Published by the O’Brien Press earlier this month the book was recently launched by John Teeling at Hodges Figgis in Dublin where there are still some signed copies available.

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Fitness with Newsgroup Covering ● Tallaght ● Clondalkin ● Lucan ● Rathcoole ● Saggart ● Newcastle

I DIDN’T JUST CHANGE MY DIET…I CHANGED MY LIFE! Mum of two living in Lucan decided to join a local slimming club to shed unwanted extra pounds. Her weight started creeping in after the birth of her second child and because of her small frame, every pound she’d put on was noticeable.

Above: Claudia before joining Slimming World Left: Claudia after losing 1.5st. in eight months

On the last holidays before joining Slimming World she found herself hiding in every photograph and wearing tracksuits and baggy clothes all the time.

After failing at many diets over the years she never imagined that Slimming World would work. “All the other diets were only a temporary fix. I would loose a few pounds at the start but the problem was that I was always hungry so I would soon gain those pounds back and even a few more” she says.

Claudia joined her local group in September 2013 and lost 1 and a half stones in eight months. “I remember how nervous I felt the first time I walked through those doors, but both my consultant and the whole group

made me feel very welcome and at ease” says Claudia “When my consultant started explaining the plan I couldn’t believe I could eat foods like pasta, potatoes and rice and still loose weight. I have to say I was a bit skeptical at first, it was nothing like the diets I had tried before. I immediately loved the idea of being able to choose from a huge variety of healthy foods that I could eat without measuring or counting and never felt hungry”.

Claudia continues “Food optimizing is suitable for the whole family and everybody can benefit from it.

There’s no need to cook separate dinners.

We all sit down and enjoy delicious home cooked meals like burgers and chips, pasta dishes, currys and many more. When it comes to snacks it’s just a case of making sensible choices: nothing is banned on the plan” she says.

Claudia has now reached her dream weight and continues to attend her local

THE BEST GROUP IN TOWN “SLIMMING WORLD KILNAMANAGH”

We first opened our doors on the 7th of October 2015 on a Wednesday night nearly a year ago.

The group has grown so much we now have a new group on Monday nights at 5.30 and 7.30pm.

The official relaunch night is the 29th of August. Between both groups we have had a fabulous weight loss total of 3,834lbs, how amazing is that!!!

That’s why we are the

best group in town!

Slimming world has given me a new life. I love my new career and I love to motivate my members on their weight loss journey and they love to motivate each other. The energy and inspirational feelings that are generated on a nightly basis helps to touch everyone involved and helps us support each other.

Believe in yourself and you can do it!!

Slimming world has

done so much for me and my amazing members, healthy eating and healthy living and the added bonus of looking good and feeling good!

It’s not a diet it’s just healthy eating.

Like most people I struggled to lose weight and found it difficult to manage my meals around family life. I join slimming world in January 2015 a week before my 41st birthday. I wanted to learn how to eat

healthier and lose weight and get the whole family involved.

I couldn’t believe the simplicity of the eating plan. When I started I weighed 11st14lbs and I now weigh 10st.5lbs a total weight loss of 23lbs. I feel like a new women, look good and feel good.

I am a sufferer of coeliac disease and have to be careful to follow a strict gluten free regime and I can with the slimming world plan.

So come along, Start your weight loss journey with “Slimming World Kilnamanagh” and get great support from all of my amazing members.

K i l n a m a n a g h Community Centre Monday and Wednesday 5.30 and 7.30 pm!

Check out Slimming World Kilnamanagh on Facebook!!

Pictured Left: Caroline before her weight land right: Caroline after losing 23 lbs.

Slimming World group every week “I absolutely love going to group, the support you get from your consultant and the other members is incredible, it keeps me motivated. Everybody is always there for each others through good and bad weeks: we share tips, have a few laughs and support each other for the week ahead without any judgement, just support” she continues “I always look forward to that hour every week when I can enjoy a bit of ‘me time’ with the group”.

Claudia has now decided to take it a step forward and open her own group.

She can’t wait to help others to achieve their dream weight and give her members all the support she received.

“The opening night is going to be on Wednesday, September 7th at 7.30pm in Finnstown House Hotel.

Can’t wait to meet you all and show you how to eat yourself thin!”.

For more information call/text Claudia at 085-248 3482.

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Miriam O’Shea Slimming World Bohernabreena St.Annes GAA Club Bohernabreena Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times: Tuesday Mornings 9.30am & 11.30am Tuesday Evenings 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Mobile: 087 9703016 Caroline Slimming World Kilnamanagh Kilnamanagh Community Centre Tallaght, Dublin 24 , Times: Monday Evenings 5.30 & 7.30pm Wednesday Evening 5.30 & 7.30pm Mobile: 086 3057403 Pauline Slimming World Plaza Hotel Plaza Hotel 1st Floor Belgard Road, Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times: Thursday Mornings 9.30am & 11.30am Thursday Evenings 5.30pm & 7.30pm Mobile: 085 770 4751 Sandra Slimming World St Marks GAA Club McGee Park Cookstown Road, Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times:Tuesdays 5:30pm and 7:30pm Wednesday Mornings 9.30am Mobile: 085 148 4669 Pamela Slimming World Old Bawn The Maldron Hotel Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times: Monday Evenings 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tuesday Mornings 9.30am Mobile: 086 1231774

Sharon Daly Slimming World Citywest Citywest Hotel Saggart Co.Dublin Times: Wednesday evening 5.30 & 7.30 Mobile: 085 1402870 Sandra Slimming World Maldron Hotel Tallaght Maldron Hotel, Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times: Friday 9:30am Mobile: 085 1484669 Sharon Daly Slimming World Jobstown Jobstown Community Centre, Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times: Tuesday 7.30pm Mobile: 085 1402870 Lorraine Slimming World Firhouse Firhouse Community & Leisure Centre Tallaght, Dublin 24 Times: Monday Evenings 7.30pm From 5th Sept 5.30pm group Mobile: 086 875 0714 Karen Brady Slimming World Green Isle Hotel Naas Road, Newlands Cross, Clondalkin , Dublin 22 Times: Wednesdays 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Mobile: 086 4104823

Karen Brady Slimming World Neilstown St Peter Apostle Senior School, Neilstown Clondalkin Dublin 22 Times: Thursdays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Mobile: 086 4104823 Lorriane Slimming World Rathcoole Main Street (Court House) Rathcoole Co.Dublin Times: Monday Evening 7.30pm Mobile: 087 9380943 Tracy Slimming World Clondalkin Green Isle Hotel Newlands Cross Clondalkin Dublin 22 Times: Tuesday 3.30pm, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Mobile: 085 7125138 Ailish Slimming World Knocklyon Iona Centre Beside Knocklyon Parish, Knocklyon, Dublin 16 Times: Thursday 5.30pm & 7.30pm Mobile: 087 7445909

NEW GROUP OPENING WEDNESDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM Finnstown House Hotel Newcastle Road, Lucan, Co. Dublin,

Consultant Claudia Mobile: 085 2483482

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