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25th February 2014 • Volume 21, Issue 07 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • Tel: 8•400•200 • info@northcountyleader.ie

€150m SHAM

The proposed new Bus Rapid Transit system, Swiftway, which is claimed will reduce bus travel time from Swords to the city centre, has been exposed as nothing more than an elaborate waste of tax payers’ money. The County Leader carried out it’s own research into the travel times from Swords to the city centre, at different times of the day, using different bus services, with startling results. The proposed new service is claimed to reduce travel time from Swords to O'Connell Bridge by half, to just 35 minutes (not including the airport). On the face of it, this seems quite impressive, until we sent one of our journalists on a number of bus journeys, to and from the city centre, from Swords. We discovered that the longest time taken was 45 minutes. This survey was taken on Tuesday last, when our journalist travelled on the 41C bus, which left Swords at 1.35pm and reached it’s destination at Lower Abbey Street at 2.16pm, a total of 41 minuutes. It is worth noting that this bus travelled through River Valley estate, which the new Swiftway won't do. This added significant time to the journey, yet the difference is only six minutes. The journey back to Swords took 35 minutes, leaving the city at 2.55pm and reaching Swords at 3.30pm Our journalist travelled to the city centre on the Swords Express on the same day. This journey took 34 minutes, with the return journey taking a mere 24 minutes. Furthermore, our researcher surveyed the time taken from the airport to the city centre on DUBLIN BUS 41C (Via River Valley) TO CITY CENTRE

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By Patrick Finnegan & Emily Nicholas Aircoach, and the time taken was an impressive 18 minutes, with the number 41 bus taking 13 minutes to reach the airport. A survey of passengers was also undertaken, with most people expressing their satisfaction with the service as it stands. The result of this survey can be seen on page 6 of this paper. To copperfasten our research, a further journey was also taken on Thursday last on the number 41. This bus left Swords Main Street at 9.19am and arrived in O'Connell Street at 10.04am, a journey time of 45 minutes. It is important to note that this bus went through the airport. These times make nonsense of the NTA figures. Many locals believe that the agenda here is to preserve Dublin Bus' stake in the Swords route, by introducing Swiftway, instead of a light rail system. Indeed, local senator, Darragh O'Brien pulled no punches, when he asserted that we, the people of Swords, had been 'sold a pup' in terms of this rail project going ahead, and that Swiftway is now a permanent replacement service for the promised rail system. From this, it is quite clear that the Swiftway service, which has already caused an uproar in parts of Swords, is a shameful waste of taxpayers’ money. It is

DUBLIN BUS 41 (Via Airport) TO CITY CENTRE

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More Waste Of Your Money now abundantly evident that the cost of approximately €150 million represents very poor value for money. Bus travellers can now, as demonstrated, get from Swords to the city centre, on a variety of bus services, in around six minutes more than the proposed Swiftway service. The existing bus service does not take anything like the time the NTA claims, so why are we spending a whopping €150 million on a project that many regard as utterly unnecessary, and saves about six minutes per journey. The fact that roads are going to be dug up and commuters will be subjected to more demoralising roadworks, on their journey to the city, and all for just six minutes!. The cost benefit analysis of this project should make interesting reading. Locals to whom we have spoken say the entire project smacks of an elaborate sham and is clearly deigned to replace the light railway system, that has

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been promised by local politicians for the last two decades. Obstacles have regularly been placed in the way of this vital piece of infrastructure going ahead. Every candidate in general elections over the past 20 years, has promised a light rail system for the North County. Many angry residents, who spoke to this newspaper, are adamant that the North County is regarded as the 'runt of the litter' as far as other areas of the city are concerned. They cite the fact that south Dublin already has a light rail service in the form of the Luas, as well as the DART service. Throw in the fact that an international airport is located in the heart of the North County, and the lack of a light rail system is seen as an absolute disgrace, that leaves a lasting impression on the many visitors, who must be aghast at their first impression of a city without a decent transport service.

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New Donabate Library To Open In April Local councillor, Darragh Butler (FF), has welcomed the confirmation from the County Council that the new library in Donabate Portrane Community Centre should be open to the public by April. He spoke enthusiastically to

the County Leader about this good news for Donabate and Portrane. “The County Council confirmed that the new library fit out at the Donabate Portrane Community Centre is progressing well with an estimated opening date

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between late March and mid-April,” he said. The long awaited library was due to be open at the end of last year, but after going back and fourth with various time frames, it seems the spring date is now a definite. The Council met with the board of the community centre last year, who were fully in favour of the project, and they also got to view the plans for the centre. The local authority have assured all existing users of the community centre that their activities will continue to be accommodated in the building. Butler said the new library would be “fantastic for the residents of Donabate and Portrane.

St Finian's GAA Club in Swords held a fundraising pub quiz at Peacocks lounge on Thursday last. Pictured at the event are, Jean McGill, Maree McDonagh, Angela O'Neill and Kieran O'Donoghue.

Generous Donation To Skerries RNLI The local RNLI in Skerries has received €3,000 from eBay’s Give Foundation. The group were one of 17 local groups who received some of the €45,000 donation funds. The cheques were presented to the charities at a ceremony in PayPal’s European Centre of Excellence and among them was the Skerries branch of the RNLI, who received the funds to support training of new volunteers to ensure they are prepared for duty. The presentation was made by Louise Phelan, Vice President of Global Operations for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), PayPal and Hazel Mitchell, Director

at eBay Global Customer Experience, Europe. Nominated by employees of eBay and PayPal, the GIVE grants will help fund a number of projects, both locally and nationally. Commenting, Louise Phelan, Vice President of PayPal’s Global Operations in EMEA said: “The seventeen charities who are receiving funding today, were picked on the basis of recommendations from our employees and I look forward to working with them throughout 2014 as we help to raise further much needed funds. Each of our chosen charities carry out hugely important work, and I am delighted that we, as a company, can offer support to their cause.”

Sporting Tournament For Swords Youths The JETS project in Swords Baldoyle Youth Service recently hosted a football tournament for 12 to 18 year old girls and boys, where the Liberties project emerged victorious in both Junior and Senior levels. This tournament was co-ordinated by JETS workers, Aisling Farrelly and Shona Whelan with

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the tournament run out over three nights in January. There was huge interest shown in this indoor five-a-side tournament, with teams competing from various youth services across the North County and beyond, including Swords. Both the senior and junior leagues took place on two consecutive Tuesdays in January in Holywell Community Centre. The overall finals were then staged in St. Colmcille’s GAA club in Swords. The youth service are thankful to have had the support of local Garda, John McCarthy who acted as referee for the tour-

nament. Garda Tom Murphy and volunteer, Chris Barker were also thanked for their help throughout the tournament. In total 14 teams competed with close to 85 young people participating over the course of the three nights, however they were no match for the ‘Liberties Lads’ who showed their skill and prowess all over the pitch. This tournament gave the young people an opportunity to get out and be active on the cold dark nights in January. Both youth workers are hoping to make this an annual event due to the positive feedback received from all the young people in attendance.

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St Colmcille’s Parish in Swords, is planning a week long parish holiday this year to Splendors of Veneto based in Scottomarina, on the Adriatic Coast. This year’s exciting trip will be from the 3rd to the 10th of June at a cost of €795 per person sharing. If you are interested in participating, contact Colette at the parish office on 8407277.

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Council Must Buy Prime Swords Site - Butler A local councillor is calling on the County Council to purchase, what is described as ‘a prime site’ which is currently for sale.

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because right beside it we have the Church, where Brian Boru is believed to have been waked, as well as a Round Tower and the Square Tower. It’s unique to see the these together and it would finally allow the Council to open up the Ward Valley.” He continued, “A heritage trail could start here, taking in St Colmcille’s Well, St Columba’s

By Patrick Finnegan Swords councillor, Darragh Butler is convinced that the site, which is located at the junction of Brackenstown Road and Church Road, beside St Columba’s Church, and is slightly more than an acre in size, would serve as a crucial link in establishing a river walk, which would extend from Swords Park to Knocksedan. Butler told the County Leader, “This is a key piece of land, which could well be the golden key in opening up a Swords Heritage trail,

Local councillor, Darragh Butler (FF) is pictured at the one acre site, which is for sale, at the junction of Brackenstown Road and Church Road in Swords.

Windmill Run In Garristown Garristown is gearing up to host its second annual Windmill Run. The event, which saw over 200 runners and walkers take part last year, will take place on Sunday, March 2nd at 1pm at the local community centre. The run, which has two routes, a 5km and a 10km, will raise funds for two charities – Crumlin Children’s Hospital and St Francis Hospice. Training is currently taking place each Sunday morning with participants meeting at the community centre in the village at 10am. Places are filling up fast with on-line registration €15 for the 10km run, which is chipped and €10 for the 5km run, which is not chipped. Those who register online will receive a t-shirt on the day. Local businesses have come on board by sponsoring kilometres along the routes and sponsoring advertising spaces on the t-shirts. Runners and walkers alike can register online or register on the day of the run from 12pm to 12.45pm.

Take A Walk In Aid Of Skerries Challenge Every Sunday morning, in support of the Skerries Weight Loss Challenge (SWLC), there is a walk that leaves Skerries Rugby Club at 11.30am and follows a 5k route. It goes, along the promenade and around the Head, back to the Clubhouse where a cup of tea or coffee awaits you. This is open to anyone who wants to come along and there’s no charge, other than your enthusiasm and support for the teams. Also on Saturday 1st March, there will be a fundraising Fun Table Quiz in aid of the challenge. Emphasis on Fun! Cost will be €10 per head. Tables should be booked ahead by calling Fran on 0872865481. Promises to be a great night, bit of craic and some spot prizes, and all are welcome to come and join in the fun.

New Season For Balrothery Tennis Club Balrothery Balbriggan Tennis Club is the local community tennis club serving the local population, and are about to start up their new season for 2014. In the last two years it has revamped its club house facilities including the provision of toilet facilities and has spent considerable money

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Church and proceeding down to Swords Castle Park. It could also continue in the opposite direction. The Council have been talking for many years, since I was elected first, about opening up the Ward Valley Park, and having a walkway and cycle way, going all the way to Knocksedan. This is the Council’s big opportunity to start the process of bringing this plan to fruition.” “I’m calling on them to purchase this piece of land, which could be the golden key to opening up this heritage trail. The site would also be an ideal location for an Interpretative Centre, where historical images of the area can be readily accessible to all. It could also house a car park, where people can go on walking tours and visit the town, boosting the local economy. This needs to be a community owned facility, which will leave something positive for future generations Let’s do something imaginative with this now,” he concluded.

Rush Man Awarded For Angling Success

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Rush man, Thomas Lynch had reason to celebrate last weekend, when he was awarded a certificate and silver pin from the Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) for his capture of no less than 10 specimen fish last year. The award was presented to him at the recent Irish Specimen Awards Day by the Minister of State for Natural Resources, Fergus O’Dowd and Dr Robert Rosell, chairman of Specimen Fish Committee. Thomas had a great year in angling terms, as catching 10 specimen-sized fish last year alone is an excellent achievement. According to the IFSC, many anglers can take many years to catch 10 specimens and some struggle to catch even one, so the local man has done very well indeed. Speaking to the County Leader, Thomas said he was very happy to have received the sliver pin and certificate: “A lot of work goes into catching Specimen Fish, so I

was delighted. There’s a lot of specifics that goes into that particular type of fish, so I was chuffed to get 10 of them.” “These Specimen Fish are fish above a threshold weight set by the ISFC which represent the bigger fish for that species,” he explained. “Anglers who catch a specimen fish must weigh it and measures its length before submitting it.” This seasoned angler, has been fishing since he was five years old, when his late father introduced him to the hobby. “It’s always been just a hobby of mine, but something that I really enjoy,” he continued. “I found it was something I could do that I was good at, which helped as well!” He explained that he was looking to catch 10 different species this year and was well on his way to hitting his target, as he has seven collected already.

on floodlighting at the courts. The club has introduced a full tennis programme of in-house competition for adults and children. They have also introduced DLTC League Tennis back to the club after an absence of ten years. Club nights are on Wednesdays from 7.30pm to 9.00pm, and there is Monday Morning tennis from 10am to 12pm. All are welcome to attend.

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Balbriggan Creative Quarter Hosts Photo Exhibition Balbriggan Creative Quarter (BCQ) is delighted to announce the opening of its first photographic exhibition on St. Patrick’s Day, 17th March, entitled ‘Back to the Future.’ The exhibition will feature photographs from the renowned Benton / Curtis collection,

together with a contemporary take on the same photographs. The exhibition will be launched on St. Patrick’s Day by the Polish ambassador Marcin Nawrot and will run for two days at the Creative Space on Railway Street in Balbriggan. The Benton/Curtis

collection is a hugely valuable archive to the town of Balbriggan, containing photographs going back to the beginning of the last century. The particular photographs selected for this exhibition will be displayed side by side with contemporary photographs of the

same scenes, taken by local photographers Kasia Wasiak and Robert Patynski. Exhibition co-ordinator, Sean Corrigan told the County Leader: “This is a fantastic opportunity to view a small part of this wonderful archive and of course to compare Balbriggan as it was then and how it looks today. BCQ is delighted to have this chance to curate these works and to play a role in reviving the artistic heritage of the town.”

Want To Be An EU Film Star? By Cathal Boland The European @TheCountyLeader Movement have introduced a 32 county initiative to engage with young people and encourage their participation in promoting the value of Europe to their generation. The initiative seeks people under twenty five from across the 32 counties to come together to create a high quality video which they hope will go viral. So do you want to have your say? Or have a story, concern or issue or a desire to influence the upcoming election. Then this might be your opportunity to become a star. The intention is to bring participants together for a day of training and filming at one of four

locations, these are Belfast, Galway, Cork and Dublin. During the day, participants will decide what the video should look like and receive basic training to prepare them for appearing before the camera. When the video is completed and professionally edited, screenings will be held at the four production cities. The invitees will, of course be the “Stars” their families and friends along with the European Election Candidates. After the screening a question and answers session will be held allowing the audience put their points to the candidates. So if you want a chance to be a STAR go to the website of the European Movement http://www.europeanmovement.ie before March 3rd. You can down load an application form and get full details. If you are selected to participate in the project let us know so that we can share your experience with our readers. The gig sounds like it might be fun, even if politics is not the light of your life.

Debs Disco In Skerries

A Shave or Dye fundraising event for the Irish Cancer Society took place at Only in Millfield Shopping Centre, Balbriggan, hosted by store manager, Rachel Maguire. Rachel's mother, Catherine was diagnosed with breast cancer last October, and wanting to show her gratitude to the medical staff who have taken care of her, Rachel organised the Shave or Dye event, that saw 35 heads treated to the clippers of barber, Evan Lynch. Pictured at the event are, Jason O'Meara, Mark Gibbons, Evan Lynch, Paddy Maguire, Megan McBride, Rachel Maguire, Darren Cummins, Mark Graham, and Alan O'Neill.

Lively Conversation Group In Skerries Ciorcal Comhra is a lively Irish conversation group that meets every Tuesday in the Bus Bar in Skerries in a bid to keep the Irish language not just alive, but vibrant around Skerries and the North County. The group was formed by three Irish language enthusiasts, Tom, Liam and Diarmuid O’Suilleabhain in September 2012 and Ciorcal Comhrá now enjoys a following of some twenty five

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members. This is an eclectic gathering comprising writers, farmers, poets, sailors, scientists, teachers and dreamers. The group includes those with limited, average and fluent Gaeilge so there’s no need to feel intimidated, whatever level you are at. The events provide opportunities to learn, improve, and practice an Ghaeilge in a relaxed and informal way. Sharing the richness of an Ghaeilge, accuracy with grammar and expanding the vocabulary are some of the features being explored by the group. If you want to find out more go along to one of the group’s weekly meetings.

Glamorous gowns and sharp suits were the order of the day at Skerries Rugby Club recently for the eagerly awaited Return to the Debs disco. Debs dresses and tuxedos were all the rage for this charity fundraiser to raise cash for the minis teams and the club in general. With tickets prices at just € 10, the nostalgic night was a great success. The club has a thriving minis section with youngsters learning the art or rugby every week. If you would like your child to get involved, please visit www.skerriesrfc.ie.

Local Students Get Hi Tech In Computing Workshop

Transition Year students from Ardgillan College and Portmarnock Community School have taken part in week-long computing ComputeTY workshops at DCU’s School of Computing. The students had the opportunity to learn skills in Java programming, website design and a new App Invent stream, which allowed them to design and create their own mobile apps which can be tested and run on any Android phone. Portmarnock student, Danny Corcoran won in the Web Design strand. Now running for its ninth year, DCU’s innovative ComputeTY outreach programme, hosted in conjunction with the Centre for Next Generation Localisation, aims to engage local schools with the exciting possibilities of computing and IT. Since its launch in 2005, ComputeTY has been attended by almost 3,500 Transition Year students from schools in the around the North County and beyond. Dr Rory O’Connor, Head of DCU School of Computing told the County Leader: “ComputeTY enables students to develop practical computing skills and gain certification from DCU for their work. The initiative aims to strengthen DCU’s links with the local community by encouraging students who live close by or on a bus route to DCU to discover the exciting possibilities of technology.” Pictured here is Portmarnock student, Danny Corcoran, who won in the Web Design strand with fellow students from Portmarnock Community School and Ardgillian College In Balbriggan.

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ness is being adversely affected by this. Delivery drivers simply don’t know Arguably, the best kept secret in the are about 13 businesses in the Corduff where we are, which is not a very desirNorth County is Corduff, which is situ- area, and they are adamant that they able situation, when running a busiated on the R132, old Swords to deserve proper signage to allow ease of ness.” However, ignorance of the exisBalbriggan road. The reason for this access for customers and delivery tence of Corduff took a bizarre twist a few years ago, when Helen’s premises secrecy, is the fact that was broken into. She said, there is no signage for “Balbriggan Gardai were operating Corduff on any of the out of Lusk Garda Station, and I approach roads, from any called them about the break-in. direction. They had no idea where we were Whilst this secrecy may be located and they ended up in appealing to some, the lack Corduff in Blanchardstown of signage is having an instead. That’s how unknown we adverse effect on the busiare,” said an exasperated Helen. ness community of Corduff. The only real indication that you So much so, that Balbriggan are in a village is the local school Local Area candidate in the and Boland believes that there upcoming local elections, should also be a sign at Blake’s Cathal Boland (NP) spoke to Cross, indicating that Corduff is the County Leader, about straight ahead. “There should also how the lack of signage is impacting on business in the Pictured on the R132 at Corduff, are local business people, Cathal be a sign as you enter and leave area. “Ever since the M1 Boland (candidate for the Balbriggan Electoral area), Helen Dunne the village.” Helen Dunne is organising those of us involved in local motorway came into exis- and staff members Catalina Filip and Amie Gibson. business, to form a traders’ assotence, there has been no signage what- services, as well as emergency ciation, where the business community soever for Corduff. Business people in services,” said Boland. the area have been asking for signage Local businesswoman, Helen Dunne can work together, to address issues to be placed at junctions 4 and 5 on the runs a beauty college in Corduff, and and to form a Neighbourhood Watch M1 motorway, in both directions. There she was very vocal about how her busi- scheme,” he said.

Cheeky Swords Butchers Signage Urgently Needed For Corduff Make Dreams Come True

The hardworking butchers in JC’s in Swords saw the culmination of hard work and a rather daring calendar come to fruition on Friday last, as they presented a cheque to the Make A Wish Foundation for a staggering €20,000. The butchers decided to bare all for a unique charity calendar, in order to raise much needed funds for the charity and were on hand to present the cheque to the group. The calendar, called ‘Butchers in the Buff’ was launched late last year and 14 cheeky participants decided to show more beef than usual, all for a great cause. The Make a Wish Foundation Ireland grants the wishes of children aged between three and 17 years living with life-threatening medical conditions. All the funds raised will be put to good use thanks to the special efforts of the butchers and those who bought the calendar. The

concept was the brainchild of butcher, Brendan Collins, who told the County Leader that his wife Seppi suggested that they do something in the same vein as “Calendar Girls,” and so the idea was born. Managing Director of JC’s, Michael Savage told the County Leader they are delighted to have reached their target. “We just want to say thank you so much to all our generous customers for being so supportive. We were thrilled to reach our target, and so happy that we could help Make a Wish, which is a wonderful cause. Susan O’Dwyer, CEO of Make A Wish, who accepted the cheque said, “This is an incredible amount of money, generated from a very novel idea. It will make an enormous difference to our children, who are looking for a wish to be granted. We cannot thank everyone enough for their wonderful support,” she said.

Pictured are the JC's Butchers, as they presented a cheque for €20,000 to Susan O'Dwyer, CEO of Make A Wish Foundation, at JC's Supermarket, Swords on Friday

Irish Language Club In Donabate An Irish language youth club is now up and running in Donabate, meeting every Saturday fro 2pm to 4pm in the

Educate Together school. The target age group is 12 to 17 year olds, but the group are willing to accept younger students if they

want to come. It is co-ordinated by two local college students on behalf of Spleodar, an Irish language youth organisation. It runs 12 residential courses in the Connemara Gaeltacht every summer catering for over 1,500 students ranging in age from 10 to 18 years of age. As part of its large range of winter activities, the group organises youth clubs through Irish for past pupils which gives students a chance to practise and keep up their Irish as well as meet friends they have made on the courses. Anyone looking for further information on the Donabate club should contact Séamus at at 0868634246.

Boxing Club Training In Swords The local based, Fingal Boxing Club is offering training on Thursdays from 7pm until 8pm at River Valley Community Centre, Swords.

New Youth Facility Opens In Rush An exciting new youth facility has opened it’s doors in Rush. The brand new multipurpose youth facility, was formally Martin’s Shop, which has now been renovated to accommodate the youth in the town. Speaking to the County Leader, ViceChairperson of Rush Community Council Angela Byrne, said the project was a long time coming, and all involved were delighted to see the centre open to the young people. “It took about two years to get everything ready to go,” she said. “The Rush Community Council worked with the County Council on this, and we were handed the keys last week, which we were delighted about. She is keen to emphasise that the centre is open to any group (big or small), or any persons who wish to use it. “We are now open for business, so to speak and ready to go, so we want to encourage all youth groups in the area to come forward and use the facility.” She said the main aim behind this youthtailored facility was to give the young people in the town a base, where all the groups could come together. “I’d love to see other groups such as Jigsaw (a mental health resource for young people), based in Balbriggan, come to Rush even one evening a week, now that they would have a place to set up, as a group such as that

would be so beneficial for the young people,” she continued. The Community Council will also be working with Fingal Leader Partnership, and other local youth groups such as the Swords Youth Service will also be working

with the Community Council to that young people from both areas can come together. “We will be having an official launch day in the coming weeks, but for now, the youth facility is up and running and ready to go,” she concluded.

Pictured as they enter the Big Top at Duffy's Circus on Friday last are, Anne Shivnen from Swords, with her children, Ronan, Amy and Kate.

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. Some companies are celebrating their seventeenth year of productive and active participation in the network! Membership of the local PLATO group gives access to the wider PLATO Ireland Network and the dynamic 9,000 member European PLATO Network.

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YOURVIEW With reporter Emily Nicholas

In light of the issues raised in our current front page story, we asked bus users in Swords if they were satisfied with the existing bus service to the city centre?

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Vincent Blake, Swords. “I’m a car driver but today I’m going in to the VHI. I do like the Swords Express service it’s the best of the time but I can see the metro being a better idea. But it only takes me about 35 minutes to get in to the centre because its a very direct service.”

I believe it is important that people have a sense of belonging; a connection with their town and its community. Achieving this interaction is vital to the success of any town,” he said. “Swords Town is now multi-cultural, with a Well known community activist Ken Duffy great diversity of nationalities. To cater for ( G P ) , h a s d e c i d e d t o r u n i n t h i s y e a r ’ s that multi-cultural explosion, what is needed upcoming local elections in May, repre- is a centrally located combined Cultural, senting the Swords Ward. Ken has Community and Sports Centre; been a community activist for over these amenities are needed sooner twenty years, and has a thorough rather than later.” knowledge of the Swords area, “The county capital has the potenthanks to his experience with the tial of becoming a tourist hot spot if Swords Community Council, as a packaged properly,” he continued. founder member of Swords Tidy “The tourism that would follow Towns, as well as his involvement would bring new jobs to the town with various local action groups. and give our Main Street a much He told the County Leader about needed boost.” some of his hopes for Swords in the “With your support, I will work hard future: “The town of Swords has a Ken Duffy to make Swords the wonderful town rich built and natural history, most of it can be. I am asking you to support me by which, unfortunately got swallowed up and giving me your Number 1 vote in the Local forgotten in the stampede of the Celtic Tiger. Election on May 23rd,” he concluded.

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Local charity, Friends of Autism and ADHD would like to offer teaching support to children aged between seven and 12 with dyslexia. It is hoped to provide low-cost group tuition. The aim is to allow parents to take part in the tuition and to get a better understanding of their child and their dyslexia. The classes will take place in the Balbriggan Senior citizens hall from 3.30pm-5pm every Wednesday for six-week periods and can be extended subject to review. The charge is € 3 per session.

Almost 30 Years serving the people of North County Dublin at Council Level For further information contact Cllr. Anne Devitt Lispopple, Swords, Co. Dublin Tel: 086-8123435 Email: anne.devitt@fingal.ie

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Carl Duff, Swords. “I use this service every day and I do like the service. It can take up to an hour though, so in the morning I use the 41X which only takes 20 minutes as its straight down the motorway.”

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the economy turns and there will be a need for someone with experience and an economic background, like me. I believe I can bring something to the table to drive the Long standing councillor, Anne Devitt (NP), North County, in it’s economic re-growth. Another area that she regards as needing has decided to throw her hat in the immediate and urgent attention, is ring and run in the local elections, in Swords Castle and the regeneration of the Swords Electoral Area. Ms. the Castle quarter on Main Street, Devitt, who is one of the most expewhere vacant premises are detracting rienced councillors, explained to the from the area. County Leader, her reason for Devitt is looking forward to the chalentering the race. lenge ahead, “The next five years will She said, “The next council will have Cllr. Devitt be really exciting. For the first time, 40 members, with more than half of councillors will be held to account by the these being first time councillors. The new public, in how they are spending the public council will need experienced councillors, as purse, and not the government purse, as used to be the case,” she concluded.

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Just A Glorified QBC - Newman The public consultation process for the proposed new Bus Rapid Transit system, took place on Tuesday last, 17th February, at County Hall in Swords, and attracted much interest from local residents, who voiced their concerns about the new project. Controversy about the route to be taken by the new bus service in Swords, attracted many residents from Broadmeadows, Castlefarm and Pine Grove estates to the information day. Representatives from the National Transport Authority (NTA), were put to the pins of their collars by angry residents, who do not want to see the green spaces where their children play in safety, dug up to facilitate a bus corridor. Local election candidate for Swords, Joe Newman (NP), was present at County Hall, where he met with some angry residents from Broadmeadows, who vented their fury at the proposed route. Newman told the County Leader, ”While we badly need a better transport system, it seems to me to be just a glorified QBC. If this goes ahead, it looks like the end of Metro, if the NTA literature is anything to go by.

This whole project was suddenly sprung on the local community, without any prior consultation with residents,” he said. Broadmeadows resident, Philip Glynn said, “My main concern is about safety, with the amount of children going to school and playing on the green. Elderly people will no longer be able to get across the road, if this goes ahead.” Another resident, Emma Louise Glynn said, “The noise of 30 buses will have a huge impact, as well as joyriders. My daughter, Ruby (4), will no longer be able to play on the green,” she said. Tara Jane Barron said, “They spent millions on researching this, without consulting any residents, We will no longer be able to access the school by car. The Council promised that Pinewood Road would never be opened up, but they’re reneging on this,” she said. Pictured at the public consultation meeting for the new Swiftway Bus Rapid Transit system at County Hall, Swords on Tuesday last, are Philip Glynn, Kenneth Clarke, local election candidate, Joe Newman, Emma Louise Glynn, little Ruby Glynn Clarke and Tara Jane Barron.

Rush Students Participate In Trinity College Competition Three first year students from St Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush recently participated in the Dublin University Women Graduates’ Association (DUWGA) Public Speaking Competition in Trinity College. Bronagh Tyrell, Grace Leach and Gemma Fitzgerald all participated

brilliantly in a category which saw them competing against second and third year students from across Dublin. The competition, which took place in the prestigious Edmund Burke lecture theatre in Trinity’s campus, was of a very high standard, and the girls represented the school

With the rush of Valentine’s Day just gone, TV3 decided to mark the occasion and dedicate a special programme to couples with a difference. Well known local couple, Tom and Breege O’Neill from Balbriggan, were invited onto the show with their guide dogs Gatsby and Unice and TV3 couldn’t have chosen a nicer couple to take part in the show. Tom and Breege O’Neill are better known for their work with the Balbriggan Branch of the Irish Guide Dogs for which they have raised a great deal of money over the years. Tom

excellently. The team was commended by the competition organisers and the young students are looking forward to competing again next year. It seems quite a few students around the North County have a talent for public speaking, as three students from Fingal Community College in Swords were also awarded for their speaking talents at the same competition in Trinity College recently.

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Malahide Artist Launches New Collection Local artist Jacinta Hughes Eydan from Malahide launched her first Art Exhibition in Malahide Library in January 2012, and she is back with a new collection of paintings entitled “I See You.” The exhibition will launch with wine and nibbles at 3.00 pm on Saturday, 1st March in the Malahide library and all are welcome to attend. The local artist got in touch with the County Leader to tell us a little more about her new collection of work: “The genre is Cubism, and I use acrylic and oil paint. I

love to experiment adding objects to give texture.” “I loved Art in school and about five years ago I decided to do an Evening Class (an Art Class in Ballyboughal) and in the class we were encouraged to paint however we see the image – it gives you licence to do whatever you want, and was good advice for me going forward into my own art work,” she continued. She has gone on to complete a Fetac Level 4 in Art in Killester College and received a Distinction in both Drawing and Painting, and she also teaches art classes herself. At the end of the day, I love experimenting with anything and everything to get the right picture, I simply love to paint.”

New Seniors Meeting Planned In Malahide It is hoped that a new social group will be set up for seniors and the less mobile in the Parish Centre in Malahide. An initial meeting was held at the centre to discuss the possible new group recently. If the group is to go ahead, it could involve members participating in activities such as singing, card games, bingo and gentle exercise. An official day for the social group to meet is yet to be decided, but will be announced when it has been chosen. If you wish to participate or volunteer to help with the group please contact the Parish Centre.

Special Olympics Launch For Swords Basketball Club Swords Basketball Club officially launched their new joint venture between their club and Special Olympics Ireland at the weekend. “This is a great opportunity for the future of our club,” said club secretary, Paula Corr. The local club offers training in basketball to people with an intellectual disability throughout the North County. With over 20 athletes already registered and training in ALSAA in Swords on Mondays at

7pm for Ladies, and Thursdays at 7pm for Men’s teams, the new club will be a huge benefit to those in Swords with an intellectual disability. The Swords Basketball Special Olympics Club committee aims to provide people with an intellectual disability in the North County, the opportunity to participate in year-round sporting activities in their local community as well as providing training for Area, Regional, All-Island and World Games level through the Special Olympics competition programme. If you’re keen to know more about this exciting new venture please contact Swords Basketball Club.

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Irish Language Group In Swords Fingallians GAA are currently holding an Irish language conversation group at their clubhouse in Swords. The group meets every Wednesday at 9pm and is suitable for all levels. The weekly meetings are not only fun but also free so If you are interested in practising your Irish conversation skills, contact Liam on 0863814422.

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at this decision, and he stressed the importance of the post offices to the local community. He told the County Leader, “My concern is that post offices are the last standing link of community network. They not only provide vital services in terms of delivery of ‘across the counter’ services, but they are also, for many people, Post Offices across the North County, are now their only social contact, and their moment to concerned about their long term future, due to a get out and about. If these post offices are question mark over their continued business closed, an important element of the social fabric relationship with the Department of Social of communities, will disappear. Many busiProtection, over the future payments of Social nesses are run, in conjunction with the sub-post Welfare allowances. office. If the post office element was removed The plan is that these payments will no from the business model, the local longer be made at post offices, but will shop, or filling station would no longer be made at banks, or at Tesco, or other be a viable business.” supermarket outlets. He continued, “I think it’s beholding of There will be a motion in the Dáil the Government to deliver a strategic tomorrow (Wednesday), calling on the plan, working with An Post in the Government to implement it’s plan development of additional services, from the Programme for Government, which the post office may be in a posithat they would outline a plan, as to tion to provide and that the Grant how they would secure the long term Thornton report should be used as the viability of sub-post offices. These are Cathal Boland blueprint for such a plan. There’s a effectively operated on a franchise bond of confidentiality surrounding basis, where the sub-post master is a self the payment of social welfare allowances, that employed person, who delivers services on exists between the post master and the client, behalf of An Post. and many customers are concerned that this Local election candidate for the Balbriggan would now cease to exist, if this service is transElectoral Area, Cathal Boland (NP), is outraged ferred to a supermarket,” he concluded.”

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Exciting Festivities Planned For Swords Swords is set to become a hive of activity starting next month, with a broad range of events scheduled starting with the annual, eagerly anticipated St. Patrick’s Day festival taking place in March. According to the County Council, the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the North County are set to be bigger and better than ever this year, with an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 spectators expected to flood into Swords to watch the big parade. The parade is the centrepiece and high point of the

festival, with more than 60 community organisations taking part in the massive celebrations on the day. Swords will also play its part in commemorating the 1,000th anniversary of the Battle of Clontarf in April. Swords has a very direct connection with the story of Brian Boru, as the place where the slain bodies of Brian and his son were brought to rest at St Colmcille’s, before being taken to Duleek and then on to Armagh. On April 25th, there will be will be a spectacular ‘Fire Parade’,

which will see 300 to 400 Viking re-enactors, a Viking long boat, street entertainers, drummers and lots of fiery torches parade through the town from Colaiste Choilm to Swords Town Park. The local children will get to be archaeologists for a day at Swords Castle, which will be the venue for ‘The Big Dig’. This event offers an exciting, simulated archaeological excavation, whereby the children will excavate artefacts and the structural remains of a life-sized Viking house. A weekend-long ‘Viking

Fingal Genealogy centre in Swords are offering members of the public a chance to trace their Irish roots in the Fingal area. The centre, located at Carnegie Library on North Street, Swords can offer anybody who is interested in tracing their Irish heritage back a chance to do so. If you are interested in this opportunity contact the centre at fingalgenealogy@gmail.com.

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‘Family Fortunes’ Participants Wanted In Balbriggan Balbriggan Summerfest are looking for 4 families to take part in a Family Fortunes Fundraiser taking place on Friday 14th March. Each family can have five contestants who will compete against each other to win some fantastic prizes.

Hilarious Comedy At Millbank Rush Dramatic Society are performing Bernard Farrell’s hilarious comedy Bookworms at the Millbank Theatre from now until the end of February. The performance runs for four weeks, Wednesday to Saturday, nightly from 8.30pm. Bookings can be made by contacting the Millbank Theatre directly.

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Village Experience’ will take place around the parade and at Swords Castle, a representation of Brian Boru’s body will be handed over by 12 druid monks, in an historic re-enactment of the events in 1014.

Lusk Tidy Towns committee launched their 2014 St Patrick's Day Card on Friday last at Murray’s Top Shop in Lusk. The launch was performed by Senator Darragh O’Brien. Pictured are, Back row: Anthony Rogan, Brian Dennehy, John Flynn, Danny Dunne, Trevor Kearns, Senator Darragh O'Brien, Cllr Ken Farrell, William O'Connor, Albert Cruise. Front row: Eileen Donovan, Nina Flynn, Teresa Kilmurray, Pat Kelly, Julie Griffin and Damian Heaney.

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 join in the fun; it’s all for a great cause.

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Several more family respite breaks are planned throughout the year, with one being a weeklong family respite break to Youghal, County Cork in June which will lead nicely into the club’s annual six-week summer programme in July and August. To achieve all of this, of course the charity has to raise funds and that’s where the annual Women’s Mini-Marathon comes in. Remember Us is currently searching for willing ladies to run, walk or crawl the June event in aid of the local charity. The mini-marathon takes place on Bank Holiday Monday, June 2nd. Remember Us are organising walking and jogging mornings and evenings to get all of its volunteers fit for the event, which will take place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm starting Tuesday, February 25th and every Thursday morning at 10.30am starting Thursday, February 27th. The meeting point for participants will be the church car park in Balbriggan for both sessions. Remember Us will also be providing club tshirts and transport on 2nd June to take all who are participating to and from the event. So come on ladies dust off those runners and go along and get fit, have some fun, make new friends while raising much needed funds for this vital group.

group for young people in the Naul community. This will be a great addition to the local area. An information meeting will take place in the Seamus Ennis Centre on Wednesday 26th February at 7.30pm for anyone interested in finding out about Foróige and how to get involved. All are welcome to attend. The aim of both Foróige clubs

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High Risk Community Groups Urged To Get Flu Vaccine The HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) is urging people in high-risk groups around the North County those aged 65 and over, people including children with chronic illness, all pregnant woman, those with a low immune system, health care workers and carers of those in risk groups and the morbidly obese to get vaccinated against influenza, as the number of reported cases of influenza-like illness (ILI) in Ireland has increased in the last week. ILI rates have risen from 20.5 per 100,000 population to 32.4 per 100,000 population during the second week of February and are now above threshold levels which means that flu is actively circulating in the locality and beyond,

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Holiday Time For Balbriggan Senior Citizens Balbriggan Senior Citizens annual holiday away will take place to West Cork (The West Lodge Hotel, Bantry) from Friday to Tuesday, 6th to 10th June (four nights and five days). The cost, which covers transportation, bed, breakfast, evening meals and day trips, is €320 per person sharing – where required an additional single supplement of €20 per night will apply. Names have to be submitted by February 28 and a deposit of €50 is required to secure a place. If you’re interested in going on the trip and want

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Recent published deaths from the North County MORRIS Henry George (Harry), (Malahide, Dublin) peacefully. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to S.O.F.T Ireland. Rest in peace. PRATT, Iona Sarah (nee King-French) (Swords, Co. Dublin) – 17th March, 1940 to 12th February 2014. Passed away sudden ;ly while on holiday living life to the full, surrounded by great friends and with her adoring husband. Beloved wife of Albert, adored mother of Adrienne and Jennifer, wonderful grandmother of Conall, and loving sister of Wendy. Iona was the kindest and most generous person and she will be deeply missed by her extended family and all those that had the good fortune to know her. Rest in peace. WELDON, Esther (Essie), (Skerries Co. Dublin and late of Rush), late of Sterling-Winthrop Ireland (now GlaxoSmithKline), February 14th 2014, suddenly at home. Sadly missed by her loving family, brothers, Tom, Aidan and Paddy, sisters, Joan, Tish and Betty, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, relatives and frinds. Rest in peace. LEAHY, Sarri (nee McEllin), (Portmarnock Co. Dublin and formerly Glenageary). Beloved wife of Tom and sister-in-law of the late Eamon. Peacefully in the company and loving care of her husband Tom, sister Terezita and the staff of Beaumont Hospital. Sadly missed by her husband Tom, sister Terezita, brothers-in-law Fergal and Brendan, sisters-in-law Mary and Finel, niece Ellen, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace. STAPLETON (nee Brennan) (late of River Valley, Swords and formerly of Abbeyvale, Kinsealy) – February 16th, 2014, (peacefully) at home in her 95th year, Margaret, (Rita), beloved wife of the late Joe ; sadly missed by her loving daughters Kathy, Maggie and Mary, son John, sons-in-law Mike and Tome, daughter-in-law Shirley, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister Kathleen, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. REGAN, Fiona (Lispopple, Swords and Washington, USA) February 9th, 2014 (suddenly) ; deeply regretted by her husband Patrick, father Michael, brothers Paul and Michael, sisters-inlaw, niece, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. DOWLING, (nee McCullagh) Vera (Philomena) (Swords and formerly of Baldoyle) February 20th, 2014 (peacefully), after a short illness at Beaumont Hospital; deeply regretted by her loving partner George, daughters Stephanie, Vanessa and Lisa, sons-in-law, grandchildren, her good friend Terry, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. REILLY, Oliver (Ollie), Curran Park, Balbriggan, peacefully at Beaumont Hospital. Deeply regretted by his loving sons Peter, Brendan and Derek, daughters-in-law June and Mary, grandchildren Danielle, Lee and Niamh, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. SELVI, Emilio (Swords), February 20th, 2014, (peacefully), at the Mater Private Hospital; deeply regretted by his loving wife Natalina, sons Aldo and Dario, daughter Laura, daughter-in-law Annmarie, brothers Mario and Loreto, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. MAGUIRE, Nancy (nee Purfield), “Highlands” Darcystown and formerly Strifeland. Peacefully at Beaumont Hospital. Annie (Nancy), wife of the late Hugh Maguire, deeply regretted by her loving family Denis, Freda, Florence, Ann and Sandra, sisters, brothers, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, daughter-in-law Anne, sons-in-law Noel, Michael, Derek and Fran, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

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Fingal County Council Application for Planning Permission for extension to rear and renovation of existing cottage, demolition of existing garage and erection of new garage to rear of garden at Sandy Lane East(Ballast Park), Sandy Lane, Rush, Co. Dublin Signed Alan Bohan This application may be inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am3.30pm, monday-friday, at the offices of Fingal Co. Co., County Hall, Main St., Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal Co.Co. of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought by Jake and Michelle Lowe at 42 Shenick Grove, Skerries, Co. Dublin for granny flat, single storey extension to front and rear, first floor extension to side and rooflights to front.. 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 Permission is sought for a single storey extension to the rear of an existing dwelling at Coldwinters, Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin, for Mr

David Grey. 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 opening hours, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee(€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the application. Fingal County Council David and Olivia Ferguson intend to apply for PLANNING PERMISSION for a development at a part 2-storey, part single-storeydormer, semi-detached dwelling at 4 Rush Road, Skerries, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a single-storey dormer extension with vaulted ceiling, to the rear and partly to the side, in materials and finishes to match the existing dwelling, and associated 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. Fingal County Council Planning mission currently being sought for lower front house extension for 332 Carnlough Road, Cabra West Dublin 7. The extension is approximately (L)3.6m x (W)1.19m x (H)2.4m The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee

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25.02.2014 not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its opening hours, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee(€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought by Rush Athletic Football Club for the erection of an 80 metre x 40 metre All Weather Football Pitch together with pitch floodlighting, pitch fencing and all associated site development works which is adjacent to Protected Structures Noâ•˙s 254 & 255 at St. Catherines Park, Skerries Road, Rush Demesne, 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 the Planning Authority 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, €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of this application. Fingal County Council J & K .Bracken seeks planning permission for 1/ Four detached dwellings in two/one and half storey designs with individual waste water treatment system and percolation area s on adjoining site . 2) Access road to serve houses and site with entrance onto existing public road . 3) Boundary walls, landscaping and associated ancillary services ,paving and site works to facilitate the proposed development on site located at Ballykea, Loughshinny, County 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 the planning authority during its public opening hours Monday to Friday at Fingal County Hall, Main St., Swords, co. Dublin. a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20), within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of this application.

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