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4th February 2014 • Volume 21, Issue 4 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • Tel: 8•400•200 • www.northcountyleader.ie

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Funding Available For Portrane Beach A high powered delegation, comprising two Government Ministers, local TD Alan Farrell and the acting County Manager, with Council engineers in tow, paid a visit to Portrane last week.

By Patrick Finnegan The purpose of the visit was to access, first hand, the damage caused by coastal erosion in recent years to the Burrow beach, and to listen to worried home owners, whose homes are in imminent danger from the sea. Also present were local councillors, Darragh Butler and Gerry McGuire, as well as election candidates, Di Sexton and Bob Dowling. The visit came on foot of a report, which recommends that there should be a short term, medium term and long term solution to the problem. The report also calls for a dune management programme, including engineering works and the planting of marin grass and staking out the area. The delegation included Minister of State, Brian Hayes, whose department includes the Office of Public Works (OPW), as well as local man,

Pictured at the Burrow Beach in Portrane last week, where Minister Brian Hayes took a look at the damage caused by coastal erosion are, Cllr Darragh Butler (FF), Alan Farrell TD (FG), Cllr Gerry McGuire (Lab), Di Sexton (FG), Minister James Reilly, Minister Brian Hayes, Ray Brett (Burrow Residents Association), Bob Dowling (FG), and locals Maurice Buckley, Henry Donovan and Michael Moynihan.

Minister for Health, Dr James Reilly. The meeting took place in the Brook pub in the village, after which, a walk along the battered beach, revealed the extent of the erosion. Minister Hayes recognised the problem facing the community and said, “I’ve seen the conclu-

sion of the report, which looks at the danger to homes. If we were to do some significant planting, it might be beneficial, but what I see here are homes and this is a unique situation. If I didn’t see homes in danger, the chance of funding would be minimal, because, while we

“The fact that homes are involved, changes the game” - Minister Brian Hayes

Guarded Welcome For New Bus Service A proposed new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) scheme, including routes from Swords / Airport to Dublin City, has been given a guarded welcome by two local councillors. This new service would effectively cut the bus travel time from Swords to O’Connell Bridge to 35 minutes.

By Jennifer McShane A public consultation process on the proposal will commence on 17th February and if approved early next year and funding being available, it could be up and running by 2017 Whilst welcoming the planned new service for Swords, local councillors Darragh Butler (FF) and Tom Kelleher (Lab) see potential pitfalls for the new service, particularly in the area of the planned route through Swords. Butler, a tireless advocate for Metro North,

told the County Leader,. “My main fear would be that we get this BRT scheme instead of Metro North. We were told by the NTA that this is categorically not intended to be a replacement to Metro North. This is Cllr. Butler intended as an initial solution in advance of Metro North and that Metro North is still the long-term solution. Both Butler and Kelleher, spoke about their concerns to the County Leader. Butler said “Part of the proposed route through Swords will prove controversial and residents will get the opportunity to make a submission during the public consultation phase, and they will have my full support in this regard. It looks like they propose to open up the disused road at the front of Pinegrove as a

BRT only road, that would Castlegrange, Castlefarm, cut across the green Broadmeadows, Mooretown and space behind Mooretown Pinegrove will certainly have their and J.C.’s Supermarket, to say. “ come out at the “While the possibility of an Broadmeadow Road. It improved bus service will be then looks like the welcomed, there will most proposed route would cut certainly be opposition to the NTA across open space in a plan to construct a road across the straight line to come out park (singular and much loved) at Castlegrange next to and to continue along a the Fire Station, before road at Pinegrove that continuing on a straight was closed after a long line to the Estuary and bitter campaign,” he Roundabout and the continued. “If ever a plan Swords Bypass. called for genuine public Kelleher told the County consultation, this it it.” “The difficulty presented Leader, “Many questions at Drumcondra in trying remain to be answered Cllr. Kelleher for a dedicated Rapid-Bus regarding the details. Major challenges occur at both system into the existing infrastrucends. The proposed route from the ture will provide a very serious Estuary roundabout to the west of challenge, and it remains to be Swords is to say the least, contro- seen if a solution can be found,” versial. The residents of he concluded.

would love to protect beaches, we simply haven’t got the funding for this. The fact that homes are involved and the significant problem of isolation, that the advancing sea poses to the community, changes the game,” he said. Acting County Manager, Peter Caulfield suggested that there is no easy solution to the problem. He explained that this is a Special Area of Conservation, and the use of bulldozers was not an option. “We cannot assist with JCBs overnight, but I want to reassure the community here that Fingal County Council is fully supportive of Acting County them and we want to work Manager, Peter Caulfield with you to resolve this. We’re proposing a dune management programme in the areas most under threat. We must ensure that the defence system we put in place, is the correct one,” he said. At this point, robust exchanges filled the air and concerned residents called for drastic measures to save their homes. Ray Brett, Chairperson of Burrow Residents Association, suggested that the Spring Tide is yet to come and residents wanted sand pushed up, as a temporary measure, until a proper defence was put in place. “We need something to be done, as a matter of urgency, before the next high tide and Spring tides. We’ve had this problem for years,” he said. Minister James Reilly wanted the local community to be involved in any decision making that is to be done, and wondered why sand could not be used, as the residents suggested, and he cited an example outside his own home in Rush, where a similar problem arose. “I’m a little cheesed off with Europe being used as an excuse for not doing this, and the over-interpretation of the rules. We need to think outside the box. If they tell us to take it away, the sea will probably have done it already. Are we going to just look at each other, while the endangered homes are taken away?,” he said. The last piece in the jigsaw now lies with the County Council, who must now apply to Minister Hayes’s department for funding. Local election candidate, Bob Dowling (FG) told the County Leader, “The Minister is willing to release funds, but the County Manager must approach the Minister for matching funds, and if this happens, I know the Minister will be glad to match these funds to allow the remediation works to take place,” he said.

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Making An Impact In Parliament MEP and former Lord Mayor of Dublin Emer Costello visited the County Leader’s offices in Swords on Friday afternoon last. I asked her a little about herself

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series she is holding across Dublin. Emer played an important role in securing EU funding for this project, which is directly targeted at creating employment or a training position for every young person.

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Labour holds its selection convention on the 9th February and while Emer is the only

contender for the position of “The Candidate”, there are four others offering to fill the role of “The Sub” So Emer will be the Labour candidate. The role of an MEP is not an easy one. It calls for attendance at Parliament or Committee for a few days each week in Brussels or Strasburg. The rest of the week she attends to constituency matters. Emer understands what matters in politics and despite her short time in the parliament, has made her mark already in Europe. Labour’s current poll showing gives rise to speculation in some quarters that her seat

Challenging Year For Local RNLI RNLI lifeboats around the North County and Ireland launched a total of 1,087 times in 2013 bringing 1,278 people to safety. The figures released recently by the charity are based on returns of service from all 44 lifeboat stations around the North County and beyond. The statistics show that the majority of last year’s call outs were to pleasure craft, which accounted for 583 services, while there were 138 launches to fishing vessels. Throughout the year, there were some dramatic and challenging call outs for the lifeboat crews. Skerries RNLI had a busy year in terms of call outs and rescues: they were called out 20 times during 2013, and rescued 20 people from difficult conditions. Howth RNLI had over 45 launches and rescued 78 people. Their inshore lifeboat also

30,000 11,100* 3,319

may be vulnerable to the opposition. Emer does not see it like that. She is a busy politician with plenty to say and do and is focused on retaining the seat. Emer says that her commitment, experience, knowledge and enthusiasm are the attributes that will see her retain this important Labour seat. Her determination and organisation may be the thing to save Labour’s blushes in Dublin. When it comes to Election Day, you the Voter are the people who will decide who gets elected to represent you. Make sure to have your say.

rescued six people on Dublin Bay in August after their boat capsized and they were left clinging to the upturned hull. Reflecting on the year, Martyn Smith, RNLI Operations Manager said: “2013 proved to be another busy year for the RNLI, with an increase in both our lifeboat launches and rescues. Our lifeboat crews are highly trained and equipped to deal with the challenges they face and we are indebted to their dedication to respond when the need arises.” Looking ahead, he reminded the public that irrespective of weather conditions, the water always presents a risk. He recommended that people around the locality take care by following some simple safety tips: ‘We would remind water users to always wear a lifejacket, get the appropriate training, carry a means of calling for help, check engine and fuel, tell others where you are going and check weather and tides.”

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Donabate Pitch Issues Must Be Resolved Local councillor, Gerry McGuire (Lab) has said that a solution “must be found” regarding the All Weather

Back in late October 2011 when much of Donabate was flooded thanks to a bout of bad weather, the surface of

Cllr. Gerry McGuire at the Donabate All Weather Pitch

Hockey Pitch In Donabate. The hockey pitch, which cost a reported €1.2million to build, was rendered unusable just three days after it was built, thanks to severe flooding damage.

the all-weather pitch was rendered unusable and damaged beyond repair. As a result of this, community groups have been denied access to the pitch for over two years, much to the

frustration of McGuire and the local community. McGuire, who as one of the local representatives who has pursued this topic since the issue started, once again brought the matter up with the Council, and it seems that the situation remains the same as it did last year, and the year before that: bogged down in red tape, with no suitable solution on the horizon. “It’s absolutely ridiculous,” McGuire told the County Leader. “This issue has been tossed back and fourth between Dublin Dun Laoghaire Education Training Board and the County Council for far too long. At the moment, both parties are unhappy with respective reports on the matter, and it’s the local community who are suffering because of this.” “We have hundreds of

Long Awaited Playground Opens In Swords After months of fundraising and hard work, the Swords Needs Playgrounds group are delighted to see Swords Manor playground (the first of two new playgrounds in Swords), open to the public. The all-weather football pitch is looking to be ready around mid February, and following after, will be the playground at the Thornleigh site. With works still ongoing, and so much accomplished at this stage, Swords Needs Playground committee chairperson Marica Killi, is asking all parents and grandparents in the community to talk to their teenagers and youngsters about the importance of looking after the facilities. “We hope that everyone will enjoy the new playground, already hundreds of children have visited and played which is fantastic,” she told the County Leader. “However, we wanted to ask parents with older children to please remind them about respecting the playgrounds, we don’t want to see any vandalism

occurring after all the good work that has taken place.” She continued: “If anyone does see any anti-social behaviour, the Community Garda asked that we call them, so they deal with it; we purposely raised extra money so that the all weather football and basketball pitch was built for the older children. But we need them to help us look after and maintain these brilliant facilities, which many say are the best thing to happen in Swords Manor for a long time.” “Also, there is another community group Swords Needs a ‘BMX Track’ which are trying to get funding, but the Council will be watching closely how these new facilities are looked after, before giving any green lights, so we urge parents the local community to be vigilant. The work on the second playground will be starting any day now, and when all playgrounds are fully finished there will be an opening party at both sites,” Marcia concluded.

Kate McGee (3) and her sister, Amy McGee (5) are pictured with Paula Fanning, as they get ready to test the slide at the playground at Swords Manor on Sunday last.

local students who are missing out on their recreational programme because they can’t use the pitch, and it’s a very real concern that this will be a problem in the long term,” he continued. “I’m going to keep pushing this issue with both parties because the bottom line is that a solution has to be found, one way or the other.”

Delight As Lusk Pupils Get New School There was great joy in Hedgestown National School in Lusk recently, when the Department of Education and Skills decided that the Board of Management may now apply for planning permission for their new eight classroom school. The planned school is to be built on a site near the current school. It will have eight classrooms, with a PE hall and associated ancillary accommodation, with off-site car parking and bus set down area and one hard play area including a junior play space for children. The community are really excited as they have been working continuously on this project for the last eighteen years.

An artist's impression of the new National School.

Speaking to the County Leader, school principal Laoighise Kelly said they were so excited to get the news, especially as the project took years to come to fruition: “We are delighted that the plans have moved to the next phase. We are looking forward to having our new school which will have fantastic facilities for the staff and children and will be of great benefit to the whole community in Hedgestown,” she said.

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How To Grow Your Business Online Seminar in the Grand Hotel, Malahide

AIB Digital Seminar Gerry McInerney (McInerney Saunders Chartered Accountatnts) and Lucia O'Riordan (Branch Manager, AIB Swords)

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AIB recently hosted a very successful digital seminar called ‘How to Grow Your Business Online’ at the Grand Hotel in Malahide. The event was well attended by many local businesses from around the North County, who were eager to learn how best they could enhance and grow their businesses online. A key focus in the seminar on the night was social media engagement through channels such as Pinterest and Google+, and the success stories from companies that have maximised their profits and visibility online. There was also a live demo of key reports one could utilise in Google Analytics to find out about site visitors. Key speakers included Krishne De, CEO of BizGrowthMedia and Aislinn Connolly from Google.

Message In A Bottle In Skerries Message in a Bottle, is a new initiative that was launched recently in Skerries in conjunction with the emergency services. Message in a Bottle is a simple idea that encourages people to keep their basic personal and medical details in a common place, where, in cases of emergency, the Emergency Teams can easily find them. To avail of a free ‘Message in a Bottle’ package or if you have any other query, please don’t hesitate to contact Skerries Citizens Information Centre on 076 1077500.

Befriending Service In Rush Frank Pierce (AIB Business Banking, Airside) and Gerry Sinnott (Retail Consultant).

Sean Bryce (AIB) and Robbie McMurray (MCS Auto Factors)

Volunteers from the Rush community have trained in this Crosscare befriending service, so if you know of anyone whom you think would benefit a visit from a volunteer around the North County, they would love to hear from you. The befriending volun-

Bridge Player Wanted In Rush If you play Bridge or Whist and would be available to play some afternoon in Rush Nursing Home, please contact Michele McGee (Activity Therapist) at 8709684 between 10.00am to 4.00pm on weekdays.

Balbriggan Cancer Group Annual Walk

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teers offer a one-to-one weekly visit in the person’s own home. The gift of time and company could make a huge difference to someone who is lonely. Please call Crosscare on 018360011 if you wish to avail of this great service.

Balbriggan Cancer Support Group will be holding their fourth annual St Patrick’s Day run on 17th March next. The event was

launched last week at the Bracken Court Hotel. The group, which is in need of vital funds, is looking for as many people as possible to support them on the day.So why not come out and jin in the fun; it’s all for a great cause.

Singsation In The North County Singsation is a group of women from around the locality including the towns of Malahide and Portmarnock. They meet every Monday night simply because they love to sing and they are currently looking for Sopranos and Hi Altos. If you fancy joining them, call 0876788039 for more information.

Angela Dwyer (AIB), Liz Sherlock (Cruatech) and David King (Cruatech)

Martin Heffron (Fairco Windows and Doors) and Elaine Dunne (AIB)

Ceili Club In Donabate Garret Connolly (AIB), Joe Finnegan (Diamond Shipping), Vivien Gilligan (AIB), Anthony Gaynor (Diamond Shipping) and Des O'Brien (AIB)

Donabate Ceili Club meets every Monday in the Donabate Portrane Community Centre from 8.30pm to

10pm. All are welcome. This is a great opportunity to socialise. Phone 085-7260417 for more information.

Swords Choir Seeks New Members

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Maura Kelly (AIB) and Stephen Hill (Gap Architects)

Clare Cagney (Cagney Contract Cleaning), Tom Durkan (AIB) and Paul Dalton (Cagney Contract Cleaning)

If you love to sing then come along to Applewood Community Centre in Swords and join a newly formed Gospel Choir in the North County. They meet every Tuesday from 8.00pm to 10.00pm and are currently recruiting new members. will be permitted on the day as part of this event. While no parking will be available in Skerries The Skerries Charity Run Rugby Club on the day, Club are hosting a a 5k there will be lots of free fun run in aid of Arc parking available on the Cancer support and The South Strand. The race Irish Cancer Society. This starts at 10am on race will be chip timed. Saturday, 22nd February No buggies or strollers in Skerries Rugby Club.

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Parish Choir Seeks New Members Tony Gibney (Gibneys Malahide), Pallavi Phoenix (White Water Printing) and Maria Toomey (Apple of my Eye Creche)

Martin Clarke (Data Part) and Brian Griffin (AIB Business Banking, Airside)

Conor Ffrench (AIB) and John Furlong (Crowthorne Investments)

St. MacCullins Parish Choir are looking for new members, men and women, age not an issue. If you are interested please contact Geraldine on 087 2665672.

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Portmarnock Pupils Are Chess Champions There is a quiet revolution going on at St.

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Principal of St Marnock's NS, Portmarnock, Anthony Fitzgerald is pictured with members of the chess class at the school.

Farrell Furious With Lusk Estate Receiver By Jennifer McShane Local councillor Ken Farrell (Lab), has lashed out at the Receiver of Chapel Farm Estate in Lusk for neglecting the needs of the local residents there. Both Farrell and the residents insist that the area is a serious safety hazard, and months after the Receiver was appointed, the conditions have turned even worse. “It’s unacceptable,” Farrell told the County Leader, angrily. “The Receiver just sees Chapel Farm Cllr. Ken Farrell as a way to generate personal finances. It’s time they realised that the designated open spaces belong to the people and local community.” When Farrell asked for an update on the posi-

learning how to play chess and have taken to it with gusto! All classes from 2nd class to 6th class are learning the game. The children have received chess lessons in their classes and every student will be able to play by the end of this year. Many children have also bought their own boards and play with friends and family at home in the evenings. School Principal Anthony Fitzgerald,

tion of the Council being able to take over the “hazardous” estate, they said they were trying to pursue the Receiver, in order to take action and sort out the problems once and for all. He pointed out that it was the Receiver who was entirely to blame for the delay (according to Farrell, the Council are more than willing to take over the estate), and that he wanted to take the issue one step further so that the Receiver in question could see first hand, the distress being caused to the local people. “It is my intention to write to the Receiver about this, and inform the residents of the appropriate name and address so that they can also make contact directly if they wish,” Farrell continued. “I want it on public record in the County Leader that if any harm comes to the residents as a result of the neglected estate (which, in my opinion breaches serious health and safety regulations), this is entirely on the Receiver’s shoulders.” “We’re extremely frustrated at the lack of action, and we want to see something done once and for all,” he concluded.

A new 12 months Plato Small Business Development Programme is commencing in March 2014. PLATO is a non-profit initiative supported by the four Dublin Enterprise Boards and dedicated to the successful development of the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector in the Dublin region.

PLATO offers owner managers a business support forum where they can tackle the challenges and issues of today’s business world. Through a unique partnership with large “parent” companies, PLATO creates a confidential and safe environment where SMEs can benefit from facilitated group learning, business counselling and support so that you acquire the skills necessary to help your business grow and prosper. It provides an environment for owner managers to learn from one another and share their experiences at a monthly meeting for 12 months. PLATO encourages participants to share experiences and resources, to stimulate new ideas, and to support each other as they make strategic decisions that determine how their businesses will grow. It also provides access to training activities, business linkages, trade fairs and networking events. Membership of the PLATO programme is open to companies in all areas of commercial activity who have been at least 3 years in business & have 2 or more staff.

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INFORMATION EVENING on the new programme on Wednesday 12th February from 6.00pm to 8.30pm in Fingal County Enterprise Board offices, Main Street, Swords. If you would like to attend or would just like further information please contact Marion Walshe at dublin@plato.ie or by calling 086 823 4309.

told the County Leader “Chess is a wonderful game for children to learn. It helps to develop patience, an ability to plan and is wonderful for their cognitive skills.” In addition to the games and little tournaments that run within St. Marnock’s, the school chess team also competes against

other schools. The boys and girls on the chess team have done themselves proud, winning or drawing in their opening matches. “Parents of our students have given some really positive feedback about chess at St. Marnock’s. They see the effect it is having on their children and seem

delighted that the opportunity to learn and master the game is provided to all our students.” “Hopefully this year is only the beginning. Once a chess culture is embedded in the school, it should mean that student engagement with the game will strengthen over time,” he concluded.

Rush Senior Citizens Resume The Rush Senior Citizens group has resumed for 2014. New members are always welcome, and the club want to say many thanks to all who supported them for 2013.

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a romantic winter walk across the stunning countryside the North County has to offer. You could even stop in one of the gorgeous tea rooms for a hot chocolate and scone to defrost in front of an open fire. Bliss. For the thrill seekers amongst you, treat yourselves to an exciting boat trip together. Head to one of our beautiful coastal towns and either hire a boat for yourselves or take one of the trips available. Bring along a picnic and sit back, relax and take in your surroundings from a superb perspective. If you’re in search of something new to try out together, maybe you could take a class with your loved one. This will not only bring you closer together and provide you with some exercise to burn those Valentines Day chocolates off, but you could also shock your friends and family when you spring this new found skill on them at the next family event.

Throw A Valentines Day Bash Why not invite all of your loved ones over and throw a Valentines Day party for all your friends and family? Send out invitations asking everyone to wear red or pink. Ask them to prepare and bring along a Valentines Day themed treat for your partygoers to enjoy. Make a spread of heart shaped sandwiches and red jelly to be washed down with pink lemonade and

hot chocolate. Why not get the little ones to make and decorate special Valentines Day

If you’re not ready to brave the cold, why not stay in the comfort of your own home this year. Roll out the picnic blanket, prepare a delicious love themed hamper and surprise your partner with a romantic dinner for two. Include your

partners favourite film, chocolates (and a rose for her) in the hamper for that perfect night in after a long day at work. Maybe even sprinkle some heart shaped confetti and light up some candles for an extra romantic touch. Everyone enjoys a tasty meal, so why not try rustling up a yummy dinner at home together? Look up recipes you both fancy preparing and indulging in. But remember to keep it simple to prevent any cooking disasters which could ruin the evening.

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Newman Calls For Traffic Calming Measures Swords Local Area election candidate, Joe Newman (NP) has hit out at the Council’s failure to provide adequate traffic calming measures in a Swords estate. Newman told the County Leader that Brookdale Avenue in Swords, is being used as a rat run by motorists, who speed up and down the road. He said, “I’ve been approached by a number of residents, who are concerned about cars speeding up and down the road. There is a Yield Right of Way sign at the entrance to the road from Forest Boulevard, which has helped a little, but it doesn’t

Pictured here is Marie Synott with local poet and author Enda Coyle Greene at the book club evening in Skerries.

Poetry Night For Skerries Book Club The members of Ocean Book Club in Skerries, were delighted to host an evening of poetry and prose read by local poet Enda CoyleGreene in Skerries Mills on Monday, 27th January last. Enda has received numerous prestigious awards for her work. In 2006 she won the Patrick Kavanagh Poetry Award for her first collection Snow Negatives and has been widely published in journals and anthologies in Ireland and abroad. The local poet read from both her collections, much to the delight of the book club members. She explained the background to much of her work, which gave the attendees a unique insight into the world of the working writer. Afterwards, she answered a wide range of questions about her work, putting to rest any preconceptions the audience might have had about the life of a poet. Her life, she said is very even keeled and grounded. She is currently working on a book for children. Following on from the success of the evening, the Skerries club hopes to organise another literary evening in the Spring, featuring another local writer.

Revamped Balbriggan Community Centre Still On Track There is good news on submissions. It is the horizon for those in therefore hoped to be Balbriggan awaiting the ready to start on site re-vamped Pinewood early in March,” said The Community Centre, as the Council. the Council have Pinewood centre is to be run by confirmed the Foróige (who plans are still on already run track. Local couna very cillor, Gráinne successful Maguire (NP), initiative in asked the Council Balbriggan) to give an update and, according on the project to to the Council the Balbriggan will provide “a Town Council, Cllr. Maguire much needed and also to confirm how the facility amenity for the citizens will be run. “The tender of Balbriggan, particudocuments are larly the youth and will the complete and are complement currently being checked programme of activities offered at the nearby with a view to going to tender in the next Flemington Community week. A tender period Centre” so this looks to of four weeks is be very good new all proposed with a further around for the young two weeks to evaluate people in the area.

Rinceoil Fingal Back Again Rinceoil Fingal has started back up. There are classes in tin whistle, guitar, bodhran, accordion and fiddle every Tuesday night in St. Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush from 7.30 to 8.30 p.m. Registration for the new term on 4th February. If interested, please contact 0876307324.

deter cars turning sharply this problem. Whether it’s from Forest Boulevard on to ramps or traffic calming, someBrookdale Avenue.” Newman thing needs to be done, before continued, “There are tragedy strikes. A flashing light, parents of young children showing the speed might help. living here, who have This problem has arisen from genuine concerns. They have bad planning, where residents written to the County here are facing out on to a main Council, but feel they are thoroughfare. There are only getting nowhere, with no two ways out of the area, which Swords Local Election candidate, Joe Newman answer to their concerns. I is pictured at the junction of Brookdale has taken the brunt of the am now asking the Council to Avenue and Forest Boulevard in Swords. traffic, during the recent water ‘yield’ somewhat to these leak on Forest Road which exasresidents and engage with them to see what traffic perates the problem. Something needs to be done calming measures can be put in place to alleviate quickly,” he concluded.

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Clr Ciaran Byrne, Cllr Grainne Maguire, May McKeon and Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert

County Mayor, Kieran Dennison is pictured with Chamber President, Siobhan Kinsella and Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert.

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Rush School Takes On New Culture Initiative

Pictured at the Open Day for Emmaus Retreat and Confeence Centre, Swords on Sunday, 26th January last are, staff members, Niall Murray, Aisling Scully, Vivanne Brogan and Brother Ray Maynes.

The community of teachers, students, parents, and management in St Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush have set a high level goal of establishing a vibrant college-going culture in their school. The local school are not only committed to showing that a college education is impor-

February Courses At Emmaus At Emmaus, there is a range of adult courses available during the month of February, where you can make time for yourself . Within the new 2014 Adult Course programme there is a course or workshop that will appeal to you. Highlights include their movie nights during their ‘Soul of Cinema’ evenings each Thursday at 7.30pm starting 6th February until 13th March. For martial art lovers, there will be a one day mar tial ar t workshop on Saturday 22nd February. Then, Orla Walsh from the Dublin Nutrition Centre will deliver two workshops, one on 22nd February during her ‘Getting Back On Track’ workshop and then on 8th March, a workshop entitled ‘Mood and Food. Emmaus is located just outside Swords. Call 01 870 0050 for more information on these and all other courses on offer.

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tant, but that it is attainable, too. Recently, the school hosted its first College Awareness Week. All actions and interactions in the school during this week focussed on raising the profile of going to college. A vibrant careers fair, showing the link between careers and college was held. Over 35 local professionals attended, including tattoo ar tists, local firefighters, and computer programmers. Principal Patricia Hayden, who was treated to a spin on the local garda m o t o r c y c l e , commented on the success of the initiative: “There was a fantastic buzz in the school during our College A wareness Week. Everyone in the school and town got involved and the students learnt a lot about different careers and college courses. It was great to see them thinking about their subject choices and making the link between the effor t and decisions they

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make in school now and getting the course and career they want in the future,” she told the County Leader. St Joseph’s goal to create a school-wide college going culture has been spurred on by their long-standing partnership with the Trinity Access Programmes and the US based organisation College for Every Student (CFES). The school has aligned and strengthened many of their school practices with the CFES model as a part of a pilot project. It is

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AN AUTHEN T TASTE O IC MEXICO F

The arrival of the hottest new restaurant in the North County, is sure to bring excitement and a new dimension to eating out in the area. El Chico Mexicano has arrived in Swords and brings with it a totally new dining experience, that will satisfy even the most discerning diners. Located upstairs at the Plaza Shopping Centre, on the site of the former La Spada Restaurant, El Chico Mexicano is the only Mexican Restaurant in Swords, and only one of three in the entire North County area. It is the brainchild of well known restauranteur, Robbie Masterson, who also owns the excellent Masterson’s

Steakhouse on the Main Street in Swords. So, diners at El Chico Mexicano can be guaranteed the same top quality food and ser vice that Robbie and his staff are renowned for in Mastersons. The moment you enter El Chico Mexicano, you are immediately transpor ted to the Old Mexico world of Pancho Villas and Zorro. The lovely aroma of Mexican spices fills the air, and you know straight away that you are in for a gastronomic delight. Robbie’s wife Erica must take most of the credit for the atmospheric interior, which depicts appropriate Mexican scenes, in a tasteful way. “She has a keen eye for interior decoration,” says Robbie. He explained how the idea of opening a Mexican restaurant came to pass. “I spent a lot of time in the US and I always admired the Mexican restaurants there.

There was a great tradition and culture surrounding Mexican cuisine and I loved everything about it. So when I decided to open a restaurant in Swords, I just felt it was too early for a Mexican one, and I felt that a Steakhouse was the way forward, as they were scarce in the area, with none in Swords. That was almost five years ago, but opening a Mexican restaurant was very close to my hear t. We even toyed with the idea of doing a Tex Mex on the side, but we decided against that. If we’re going to do it, we’ll do it right,” he said. Now that Mexican food is in vogue and restaurants are popping up all over the city, Robbie felt that the time was opportune to open his new restaurant in Swords. Robbie said, “I knew what was required and how to set it up and to create an atmosphere.” In order to create the perfect atmosphere and ambience, Robbie went to the extent of employing a Mexican,

Pablo Kommpt as head chef. Robbie conducted many interviews, but when Pablo came along, he knew he had the right man. “I knew straight away he was the man for the job here at El Chico, because I needed someone from Mexico, and when I asked him what he would do if it was his restaurant, he replied that he would ser ve authentic and traditional Mexican food, and not American food disguised as Mexican. This was exactly what I was looking for,” said Robbie. El Chico Mexicano also serves fajitas, burritos and Platos Fuertes, which are the main courses and are proving to be very popular. They are very traditional and our burritos are regarded as the best in the North County. Pablo’s traditional Mexican food is out of this world,” said a proud Robbie. One of Pablo’s specialities is a sea bass dish, which he smokes on a wood fired barbecue, on an open grill at the back. He butterflies it and smokes it, and it’s just magic. He also cooks a Mole chicken and this has proven to be a real winner. When I first heard

about it, I thought this has to be done perfectly, or not at all. I initially heard about it in America, and Pablo has really nailed it. The chilli, citrus and sesame are the real tastes and flavours of Mexico and the end result is fabulous,” said Robbie. When asked about the type of service customers can expect in El Chico, Robbie was quick to mention that the standards of quality food and service that customers have enjoyed at Mastersons, will be replicated at El Chico. “Everything that worked for us at Mastersons, will be repeated here. The same high quality level of staff, food and portion control will apply here. This is very important to me, because I need to know that customers do not leave

here still feeling hungry. There’s nothing worse than parting with your hard earned money, when you go for a night out, and you don’t feel satisfied. Many restaurants provide ‘nouveau cuisine’, where portions are delicate to say the least. This will not apply in either Mastersons or El Chico Mexicano. Satisfaction and value for money is my motto,” promised Robbie. The restaurant also sources all of it’s produce locally, and only deviates from

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this if the produce is not available here. “We make every effort to source everything in the locality. All of our beef is supplied by a local butcher, and our vegetables are locally grown. Likewise, all our seafood comes from the coastal area of the North County. This means that we

constantly have the freshest food possible. The food we buy is consumed on the day, thus guaranteeing freshness at all times,” he said. The restaurant has an extensive stock of the finest wines, and they intend to have Mexican music on Sunday afternoons, which will create an

Mexican food. This will make a huge difference in choice for locals, as the only food available for takeaway is Italian and Asian food. Robbie is thrilled at the feedback from the public to the new restaurant. “It has been unbelievable and it’s way beyond our expectations. I know the food and service is excellent here and the atmosphere and ambience has struck a chord with diners and I’m delighted to be able to make a difference and provide the level of service and quality that people deserve and have come to expect,” he said. The vision and imaginative thinking that Robbie brings to the restaurant business in Swords, has been well recognised, and there is no doubt that El Chico Mexicano is certain to add a new dimension to the culinary experiences of many people in Swords and the greater North County region. Go on, treat yourself to something really special at El Chico Mexicano. You won’t be disappointed.

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THE ISLAND GOLF CLUB Described as a ‘Hidden Gem’, the Island Golf Club is a classic links course, tucked neatly away on the Donabate peninsula. This wonderful championship course dates from 1890 and is set among some of the highest sand dunes in golf, with panoramic views of Lambay Island. Here you will be confronted with a true test of imagination and shot making skills, that will test golfers of all skill levels. The Island Golf Club is physically adjacent to sive clubhouse over the Malahide estuary, it Malahide, and was, up until 1973, is hard to believe that Dublin city is less than approached by boat from Malahide across 10 miles away, as the crow flies. Renowned golf course architect, the estuary. It has been Martin Hawtree has made described by many astute some subtle changes to the golfing brains as ‘the most course in recent years, natural links course in making this par-71 chalIreland.’ Mother nature has lenge, at just over 7,000 been very kind to this lovely yards, a real test for golfers stretch of land, and man’s of all abilities. touch here has been very The theme that golf is to be light indeed. The Island is enjoyed, not endured, is always a joy to play, and very evident in the design this is exemplified by the of the course. It has, fact that golfers from overarguably produced more seas are regular visitors, single figure golfers per par ticularly from square mile, than any other Scandinavia the United golfing enclave in the States and the UK. The fact country. The course has, that it lies a mere 15 rightfully, won widespread minutes drive from Dublin praise from some of the Airport, is a real attraction most renowned figures in for visitors, who get the Irish golf, including the opportunity to play a top legendary Ryder Cup player, class links course, without having to travel long Walker Cup hero and club member, Gavin Christy O’Connor (Snr). He described The Island as distances. Moynihan. “one of the genuine true The course is set in rugged terrain, with much of the land being of great links courses. A pleasure to play, with a great ecological interest, providing rare habitats for variety of shots.” flora and fauna. Looking out from the impres- Similarly, both Darren Clarke and local hero,

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Course”. It has also held prestigious tournaments in the past, including the European Youths Amateur Team Championship in 2004, the Irish Ladies Close Championship, also in 2004. Other notable tournaments include the staging of the Smurfit Irish PGA Championship in 1999 and the Irish Amateur Close Championship in 1998. The clubhouse has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment, which is a work in progress. Maurice explained, “We developed our lounge area and have given it a facelift, where we have put in new carpets and a new ceiling, as well as furnishings, and we hope to make sure all areas of the clubhouse, including our locker rooms, are upgraded.” The Island Golf Club is ranked 14th best links in the country and is in the upper echelons of the country’s best courses. There’s a huge history here and Maurice is keen to get The Island’s name out there. “Our course is open for play all year round, and we are now open for membership. One of our members, local lad Gavin Moynihan, has recently represented the club in the Walker Cup, a competition where the finest amateur golfers from Great Britain and Ireland take on their American counterparts.” “This is a particularly thriving and prosperous

time for The Island Golf Club and it’s great to see the youth coming through and being so successful on the local and world stage. We hope to attract many young people to the game of golf and promote it as well as we can.” The pro shop is very well stocked and is run by club professional, David Costigan who is always willing to provide advice and has the necessary equipment for sale to improve your game. He will also provide valuable

lessons and visitors can pick up momentos of their visit here. The large practice ground has also been upgraded. About 30 per cent of the club’s income comes from visitors, both local and overseas and they are eager to increase that number. Maurice explained, “We have very good plans for the clubhouse and we are constantly upgrading and updating our facilities. We welcome everyone to The Island and, as I said, we are open for membership and we look forward to locals

taking up this offer. We can also tailor packages for our visitors, as Americans will have different requirements to locals, and to other overseas visitors. Scandinavian visitors may like to socialise and to come to the course early in the morning and we need to be aware of their needs. We try to do everything to ensure that our guests are catered for in the best possible way,” said Maurice. Maurice has extensive knowledge of golf club management, having served as General Manager at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club for six years. In that time, the club hosted two Irish Opens and Maurice was at the cutting edge of the extensive planning that goes into hosting such an huge international event. A visit to this beautiful golf course is a must for any serious golfer. The undulating fairways will whisk you away to a golfing experience that will be hard to replicate anywhere. Whist the course is a real challenge, it is also fair and provides golfers of all abilities, with the opportunity to fulfil their ideal golfing dreams. It certainly lives up to it’s reputation as a true ‘Hidden Gem’ but now is the time to unwrap this gem.

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Myleene Klass has unveiled her beautiful new lingerie range just in time for Valentine’s Day. The 35-year-old mother of two has unveiled a new exclusive collection of innerwear for Littlewoods Ireland. Made using delicate lace and mesh inserts, the predominantly black coloured line features a leopard print basque with matching stockings and suspenders, a black and gold corset and an array of bra-andknickers sets with plunging necklines, all perfect choices if you’re looking for some lovely lingerie on the most romantic day of the year. If you’re looking for a little bit of celebrity style this Valentine’s Day, look no further than Myleene’s collection.

Film Making Opportunity In North County Fingal Film Festival is preparing for the launch of its third year, with an impressive line up of national and International screenings and events in 2014. Submissions are now open until May 2014, and film entries will be accepted in the following categories: Feature Films, International, Short Films, Documentary, Animation, Student Films and the new category Irish Language. Filmmakers from the North County are encouraged to submit their work for the prestigious County Newcomer Award. There are eight awards available each year, so why not take this incredible opportunity to get creative and take part in the festival. There will also be a range of workshops run by industry professionals, so do sign up fast.

Swords School Has The F Factor Recently, the students of Fingal Community College in Swords gath-

Malahide’s Got Talent A Resounding Success The recent Malahide’s Got Talent 2014 was a huge success. The final took place on Sunday 26th January in The Grand Hotel Malahide. The organisers said they were simply blown away by the level of talent on display. Over 50 acts auditioned and the judges had an exceptionally difficult task to narrow this down to 25 finalists who performed to a full house. The winner was selected by a combination of audience votes and a judging panel. first prize ( time in a recording studio) went to brother and sister Jack and Zara- Grace Hussey. They sang ‘Nine Crimes’ by Damien Rice and

ered excitedly in the school hall for The F Factor, the annual talent

played the piano and guitar. Second prize went to singer Grace Maughan and 3rd prize was split between singer Robert Duff and Hanna Kelly - the judges and audience found it too difficult to reach a decision between the two, so opted to split the prize. This was a great fundraiser for Malahide Musical Society and the money raised will now go towards our February Variety Show ‘It’s Showtime!”. This will take place from the 19th to 22nd February in Scoil Íosa Hall, Malahide and features songs/dances from many well known shows eg Chicago. Mary Poppins, Hair, Joseph, Mamma Mia and more! Tickets will be on sale soon, email malahidebookings@gmail.com for further information.

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Meditation Group In Malahide A John Main Meditation Group has recently been formed in Malahide Parish and meets on Thursday evenings in the new prayer room adjoining St. Sylvester’s Church at 6pm. All are welcome.

Queuing In Cold Places Brave Garth Brooks fans Laura Hamilton from Naul and Blaithin Reynolds and Josephine Caldwell from Balbriggan queued from 6:00pm on Wednesday evening in Swords to be first through the door at Q4U in Swords to pick up their Garth Brooks tickets on Thursday morning.

Pictured here is Chinese Ambassador, His Excellency Mr Luo Linquan with local Councillor Tom O’ Leary (FG) and Mrs Suling O’Leary at the official launch of the Chinese New Year Festival last week in the Hugh Lane Gallery in Dublin. “Dublin runs the largest Chinese New Year Festival in Europe,” O’Leary told the County Leader. "This is the Year of the Horse and it was appropriate that the festival was launched with a guard of honour of eight horses and eight Gardai. It was a magnificent sight, appreciated by the many Chinese visitors and businessmen, investors at the event,” he said.

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Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by mr and mrs d power for a single storey extension to the rear the demolition of a garage to the side and the construction of a two storey extension to the side in lieu of the garage.at No. 89 St. Columbas Rise, Swords, Co. Dublin the planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I Wayne Smith intend to apply for Permission and Retention Permission for development at Brecan House (Block A), Drogheda Street and Brecan Place (Block B) Chapel Street, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of: 1.Change of use from 2no. Office Units to 2no. 2bed Residential Apartment Units at first floor level units of Brecan House (Block A), previously granted planning permission under file ref. no. F08A/0912, including all associated alterations to the external rear (south west) facade of Block A; 2.Retention of all internal and external alterations to Brecan House (Block A) and Brecan Place (Block B) as constructed, which differs from the previously granted planning permission (file ref. no. F04A/1104). The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I, Patrick Leonard, intend to apply for permission for development and a change of use at this site Old Post Office Road, Lusk, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of: CHANGE OF USE OF GROUND FLOOR PHARMACY AND EXISTING FIRST FLOOR AREA INTO SINGLE HABITABLE DWELLING. CHANGES TO INCLUDE, INTERNAL ALTERATIONS AND ALL ANCILLARY SITE WORKS. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Signed: Vincent Brady Consulting Engineers, Unit D3, M4 Business Park, Celbridge, Co Kildare Fingal County Council Planning permission sought by Brian and Caitriona Tonge at 41 Kelly’s Bay Promenade, Skerries, Co. Dublin for construction of a 1 & 2 storey extension to side and rear, new front porch and a new side gate entrance. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

the date the application is received by the Planning Authority. Fingal County Council I, Seamus and Pauline Downes, Intend to apply for Planning Permission for A.Single storey extension to side and rear B.All associated site works to No 7 Brookside Gardens,Rush, Co Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal Council Council, County Hall,Swords,Co Dublin, during public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Mrs. Mary Forde at No. 84 Cherry Garth, Swords, Co. Dublin for a single storey extension to the southern side of the existing dwelling with the provision of a velux window, extension to 1st floor attic area, amendments to the front elevation of the existing dwelling, and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Permission for: (a) Demolition of existing single-storey extensions and their replacement with a new singlestorey extension to the north & east sides, replacement of garage to west side with new carport, widened vehicular entrance and all associated site development works & boundary treatments; (b) change of use from existing dwelling house to resource centre for persons with an intellectual disability and ancillery administration/support offices at 102 Drogheda Street, Balbriggan, Co.Dublin. Signed: Prosper Fingal Ltd. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during the public opening hours of 09.30 -16.30 Mon.-Fri. at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning Permission sought for Attic conversion to existing end of terrace house, to include the instillation of a new dormer to the existing hipped end of the roof

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04.02.2014 plus new velux roof lights to the front and rear of the existing roof. Plus all associated site works. All at 10 Castleview Way, Swords, Co. Dublin. Signed Derek & Caroline Mullen This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought by Aidan O’Brien at 9 Strand Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin for the demolition of 1 & 2 storey structure to rear of property and the construction of a 2 storey extension to the rear to accommodate extended shop use at ground floor and residential use at first floor. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We Matt and Catherine McMahon intend to apply to Fingal County Council for planning permission for a single 2 bedroom dwelling house and associated works to the rear of 7 The Rise, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The proposed house is a modest detached house including 2 carpark spaces provided to the front with a entrance way onto the existing lane-way which provides the associated and ancillary services. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application Fingal County Council Permission is sought by Mr & Mrs A. Lunin to construct a single storey cottage style dwelling with attic accommodation, vehicular entrance, 2No car parking spaces, and all ancillary site works on site opposite No26 The Bawn, Malahide, Co Dublin The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council (Swords) during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought by Mr & Mrs Wilson to construct a single storey cottage style dwelling with habitable accommodation in the attic space, vehicular entrance, 2No off street car parking spaces, and all ancillary site works on site opposite No18 The Bawn, Malahide, Co Dublin The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council (Swords) during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought by Donabate Supermarkets Ltd to retain 2 No single storey refrigerated steel containers, steel structure, and 9 No associated mechanical and electrical units all located in the yard area to the rear of unit 5 and unit 6, Donabate Shopping Centre, Donabate, Co. Dublin The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council (Swords) during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

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Reg: C0817

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a Van

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Opening Hours: Mon - Friday 9am - 6pm Sat 10am - 5.30pm Sunday: 2pm - 6pm