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It was a day to remember for over 30 children from Temple Street Children’s Hospital in Dublin as they embraced Christmas when they took to the skies above Ireland in search of Santa. In the company of their families, the children were guests of CityJet as its special Santa Express departed Dublin to check on how Santa’s preparations were progressing. With the help of Santa’s little helpers and his elves, the children enjoyed Christmas carols, face painting and party games before flight departure and a party afterwards at the airport. On hand to help were pupils from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan, and pilots, cabin crew and ground staff from CityJet. Pictured are Ella Egan, Abby O’Brien and Catelyn O’Brien from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan with their passports, ready to take to the skies in search of Santa

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The contentious issue of a directly elected Mayor of Dublin is about to raise its head once again. This development comes on foot of a Fianna Fail bill to introduce a directly elected Mayor of Dublin. The last time this subject was raised, the agreement of all of the four Dublin local authorities was required to prompt a plebiscite to elect a Dublin mayor. However, while the other three local authorities voted in favour of a plebiscite, Fingal County Council voted it down, thus scuppering the chance of an election. This caused some anger among local representatives, who felt that the people were entitled to be given the chance to elect a mayor. Others in Fingal County Council were unsure of the exact remit of the new mayor and what kind of powers he or she would have in determining the plans for

Priority Must Be Given To Donabate There’s an application to central Government for four large infrastructural projects from Fingal County Council as well as others from local authorities all over the country for consideration. Local senator, Dr James Reilly (FG) is calling for the project that brings the new road into Donabate and the building of a new, second bridge there to be given priority. Dr Reilly went on to outline his reasons why Donabate should be prioritised. “Firstly, the peninsula is choked at the bridge beside the railway station, with all the that is going on, including the building HGVs and buses have difficulty crossing the narrow of the new hospital and the number of people bridge over the railway in Donabate, the only entry now living in the area and the increasing busipoint into the town. ness activity there. There needs to be a second bridge here. Two buses cannot pass each other Reilly explained that, “One of the provisions in on the existing bridge, with nowhere for either this particular project is that at least 40 per of them to back up in the event of such an cent of the housing should be at an affordable occurrence,” he said. Senator Reilly price. This is very important; given the way Secondly, such an initiative would open up the house prices have spiralled recently. From a land around the peninsula, so that badly needed whole host of viewpoints, for those people living in housing can be built to allow many of the people living Donabate, this project is hugely important and for the there, to remain there. Freeing up of this land will wellbeing of both residents and businesses in the permit young people, when they decide to get community of Donabate and Portrane. At the moment, married, to be in a situation where they can remain in Donabate is being strangled and it needs to be freed the peninsula, thus adding greatly to community life from this,” he said. there. It’s important from a community point of view “I’m appealing to the Minister to give serious considthat people who settle there and start families and as eration to this project, which will relieve the huge they become more elderly, they will have their families pressure on the village and businesses there,” to support them, when the time comes,” he said. concluded Reilly.

By Patrick Finnegan Fingal. Would this new mayor be interested in the happenings in peripheral areas of the North County, particularly our precious rural area? This was too much for our county councillors, resulting in a rejection of the proposal. The County Leader spoke to the Oireachtas members, five TDs and two senators, representing North County Dublin to find out their opinion as to whether Fingal should support the notion of a Directly Elected Mayor for Dublin?. The opinions make for interesting reading. Already opinion is divided, with five in favour and two against an Elected Mayor for Dublin. Find out their views on page 18 & 19

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The “Save Malahide Castle Woodlands and Bridgefield” community group, set up to campaign to save the Woodlands and Bridgefield at Malahide Castle from over-development by Fingal County Council, have won their case in the High Court. The Council conceded defeat as the case was about to be heard on 6th December. A spokesperson for the “Save Malahide Castle Woodlands and Bridgefield” community group said, “The campaign to oppose the development was based on the community’s opposition to further over-commercialisation of the Castle Demesne by the

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The Council will now seek to establish a Forest Adventure Area in another location within the County and it remains committed to expanding, in an environmentally sustainable way, the range of open space amenities available to the citizens of Fingal as well as domestic and international visitors. “The Council Executive will now take the necessary steps to have the Part VIII Order of July 11 quashed so this review can commence as soon as possible. While recognising the benefits it would have brought to Malahide and Fingal, for the reasons outlined the Council Executive has taken the pragmatic decision not to proceed with the project in its current format,” the statement concluded. Cllr Joe Newman (NP), who voted for the woodland park welcomed the Council’s decision and their willingness to accept the views of the residents of Malahide and taking account of their views. “I’m happy that, in the interests of the vast majority of people, the Council have decided to accept the objections of the people of Malahide,” he said.

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Patrick Turns On Hamilton Park Lights Patrick Donnelly from Swords was the winner of the recent Nursing Home Resident Achievement Award 2016 at a lavish function at City West Hotel, hosted by TV star, Marty Whelan. Patrick (53), who is a resident of Kingfisher unit in Hamilton Park Care Facility, Balrothery, was given the honour of turning on the Christmas lights at the healthcare facility on Thursday last, 8th December. Patrick, as he likes it to be be known, has lived in Hamilton Park since 21st May 2015 and he has overcome many

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obstacles in his life, but has blossomed since residing in Hamilton Park. He has strived to develop his passion for art and has not only contributed to the many projects within the care facility, but has also gifted many friends with portraits of themselves and their loved ones. He has gained confidence and has made many friends within the community of Kingfisher unit. Patrick is one of the most popular residents at Hamilton Park Healthcare Centre and he spoke to the County Leader about what

Focus Ireland Cheque Handover In Swords Winner of 'Resident of the Year award at the recent Nursing Homes Ireland Awards, Patrick Donnelly is pictured switching on the Christmas lights at Hamilton Park Healthcare Centre, Balrothery on Thursday, 8th December. Patrick was ably assisted by local children, Conor Healy, Tristan Warnock, Lauren Lynam and Jamie Lynam

winning this prestigious award meant to him. He said, “The staff here have been brilliant. I teach people here all about art and I also made a 1916 float for the St Patrick’s Day parade earlier this year. I just love helping others and passing on any skills I have,” he said. It is clear that Patrick is very popular with staff, all of whom spoke glowingly about him and his kind and generous nature.

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Winner of 'Resident of the Year' award at the recent Nursing Homes Ireland Awards, Patrick Donnelly is pictured with his award at Hamilton Park Healthcare Centre, Balrothery. Patrick is pictured here with Hamilton Park staff members, Margaret Corry (Activity Co-ordinator), Catherine Donnelly (Clinical Nurse Manager) and Helen Mullery (Director of Nursing)

Thursday, 15th December from 12:30pm to 2:30pm in the Sports Hall at St. Finian’s Community College. A range of products handmade by students will be available to purchase, including candles, photo frames, artwork, flower pots, baked goods and much more. So why not come along and support the many budding entrepreneurs and perhaps be lucky enough to pick up a real Christmas bargain in the process.

The recent sleep out by staff members of North Dublin Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force and their friends at Floraville Garden in Skerries, yielded a whopping €5203 for Focus Ireland Homeless charity. The cheque was presented by Bríd Walsh and Louise McCulloch of the North Dublin Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force, to Elizabeth Smyth of Focus Ireland, at the group’s head office at Town Mall in Swords on Friday, 2nd December. Brid Walsh, Louise and Billy from the task force all slept out and they were joined by a number of local community partners. Co-ordinator of the Drug and Alcohol Task Force, Brid said, “Through this initiative, the impressive total of Pictured at the cheque handover of €5,202.07 by North Dublin €5203 was Regional Drug and Alcohol Taskforce to Focus Ireland, are Brid collected and it is Walsh (North Dublin Regional Drug and Alcohol Taskforce), Smyth (Focus Ireland) and Louise McCulloch (North going in its entirety Elizabeth Dublin Regional Drug and Alcohol Taskforce) outside their to Focus Ireland, office in Town Centre Mall, Swords who are experiencing the extreme hardship of homelessness. The number of people sleeping rough has, unfortunately, increased recently. I also want to pay tribute to the generosity of the people of Skerries, who stopped to talk to us and who contributed so generously and also to the local businesses, who brought us food and drink to help us through the night,” she said. Collecting the cheque on behalf of Focus Ireland, Elizabeth Smyth was very grateful to the group. She said, “To collect such an amount of money for Focus Ireland is a great boost for the organisation and I want to thank Bríd, Louise and the team for their thoughtfulness at this time,” she said.

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Celine Presents Cheque To Hospital Cancer patient Celine Reilly, from Naul held a fun run/walk on 25th September in aid of the Oncology Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. The event was inspired by the excellent treatment that Celine received from the team in the Oncology Unit there. The fun day attracted a huge crowd Reilly from Naul (5th from right) is pictured presenting a cheque for €6,678.20 to on a beautiful day, Celine the Oncology Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda which is a great testament to the popularity of Celine in Naul and the to heading off. The upshot of the walk was a whopsurrounding areas. The walk, which included a ping cheque to the impressive value of €6,678.20, 5km and 10km event took place around Naul, was which was made out to the Northeast Cancer organised by Celine’s friends, Diane and Adam Research and Education Trust (NECRET) and was Rogers, who did a wonderful job organising ticket presented by Celine recently to Professor Brian sellers and volunteers, who made sure everyone Hennessy and the wonderful team at the Oncology was well catered for in terms of refreshments, prior Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital.

Council Supports Remembrance Motion Cllr Justin Sinnott (NP) has welcomed Fingal County Council’s support for remembering those who have taken their own lives. This comes on foot of a motion he was successful in getting passed at an Area Committee meeting recently. The motion tabled by Sinnott at the

suicide in our communities of Balbriggan and Swords and indeed across the County and in Ireland. For many families the opportunity November Swords / to remember and mark Balbriggan Area a loved one’s Committee called life can help for the Council to in the grieving recognises the process. For terrible tragedy of those families suicide in the who feel it is community and appropriate, across the County. Justin Sinnott local repreThe text of motion sentatives with the read,” That this County Council could Committee recognises provide a means to the terrible tragedy of remember those who

are gone by for example the planting of a tree,” the motion concluded Sinnott said, “The Council should work with suicide prevention organisations to develop an appropriate mechanism for remembrance in our communities,” he said. In response, the Council has agreed to work with councillors and has suggested that dedicated areas could be identified in public parks across the county for remembrance.

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Anti LGBT Bullying Resource Launched Research shows the most common age children discover they are LGBT is 12 years, just as they are about to enter secondary school. With this in mind, BeLonG To, the National LGBT Youth Organisation, launched All Together Now, an anti LGBT bullying resource for primary schools in Ireland. This project was developed in

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people have been telling us for some time now that there is a need to begin tackling this problem in primary schools. The LGBT Ireland response to recent findings that the most report confirmed that addressing homophobia common age for people to realise they are and transphobia is urgent for primary schools LGBT is at 12. as 12 is the most common age for LGBT young Following a successful pilot programme, All people in Ireland to discover their sexual orienTogether Now, which was part-funded by the tation.” Department of Education and Skills and devel- C a r o l i n e C l a r k e , P r i n c i p a l o f S k e r r i e s oped in partnership with education partners Community College gave students reassurance including the INTO, BeLonG To are encouraging when she told the County Leader, “Our aim is primary schools across to create a school where the country to particiour students feel a “Authentically inclusive schools all pate in this innovative sense of belonging and celebrate diversity and and effective initiative. safety. It is so important Moninne G r i f f i t h , difference, in all its facets, that, within their school, E x e c u t i v e D i r e c t o r o f including LGBT students” young people experience BeLonG To said: “We a community where they know from our work with can be themselves, live young people throughout Ireland that going to out their identities and find support on their school can be a difficult experience and that individual journey. Authentically inclusive anti-LGBT bullying is commonplace. Recent schools celebrate diversity and difference, in research found that 67 per cent of Irish LGBT all its facets, including LGBT students. In students witnessed bullying of other LGBT Skerries Community College we are developing student in their schools and 50 per cent had a programme of awareness of emotional wellpersonal experience of the same.” being, in consultation and collaboration with S h e c o n t i n u e d , “ W e a l s o k n o w f r o m t h i s the student council, the prefect team, the staff, research that there is a direct link between and particularly through the pastoral care bullying and the significantly higher rates of system.” mental health problems including self-harm “As an inclusive school, we hope to continue to and suicide for LGBT young people. Young raise awareness through the curriculum and

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through respectful relationships of the challenges and issues facing LGBT students within the school. I believe that understanding is the key to supporting and embracing all our students, as valued members of the school community,” she said. Richard Bruton TD, Minister for Education and Skills said: “The Action Plan on Bullying, sets out a series of recommendations to promote an anti-bullying culture in schools. My Department also issued procedures to all schools which required them to have an antibullying policy in place. Through awareness, training and prevention, we can work to tackle bullying in schools.”

Pictured at the Orkambi protest outside Leinster House on Wednesday, 7th December are Michael McEnery (President of the Rotary Club of Dublin Fingal), who is undertaking a walk from Croke Park to Tralee on 22nd December to raise awareness about the life saving Cystic Fibrosis drug, Orkambi campaigners Elaine Nolan and Ken Nolan from Malahide and their daughter, Ruth (15) a CF sufferer, with Darragh O'Brien TD

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Annual Christmas Day GOAL Mile In Malahide Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG) is organising the 10th annual ‘GOAL’ mile charitable walk at Malahide Castle with support from volunteers from the local community. Farrell said, “The annual GOAL mile event in Malahide, which is in its 10th year, provides an enjoyable way for local people to start their Christmas Day, while also raising vital funds

for the important chari- Christmas morning,” he table work that GOAL said. “Similar events carry out. Participants are held across the country and, in the GOAL mile from my are asked to run, personal expejog or walk along rience, I can a one mile circuit say they are which is marked very enjoyable out around and rewarding. M a l a h i d e The event in Demesne. I look Alan Farrell Malahide this forward to welcoming both experi- year will take place on enced runners, joggers Christmas Day between and those who would 11am and noon and it like a leisurely stroll on will begin at the rear

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The campaign to stop the two trade deals proposed between the EU and the US (TTIP) and Canada (CETA) continues. The CETA formal ratification vote looks like it will be held in mid-February. This agreement is large and complex and runs to over 1600 pages. Few MEPs will have the inclination to make this their Christmas reading. There is a strong body of organised opposition to CETA. This is driven off the back of the Stop TTIP campaign. That organisation has, what the left here would describe as, “mass mobilisation of ordinary people” out on the streets throughout most member States. For whatever reason the movement has not caught hold of the public here. Nor does it appear that any of the usual street opposition groups have embraced the movement with sufficient enthusiasm to organise focused street agitation. I recently asked Matt Carthy Sinn Fein’s MEP why this might be. He suggested that, perhaps the close relationship between Ireland the US and Canada was such as to reduce the fear factor from the agreements for us. The Groups opposed to these agreements maintain that it is corporations that will benefit from them rather than the citizens of Europe.

around the most wonderful time of the year is that there are more parties to attend, more pictures taken and that generally you see family and friends that you haven’t seen all year, hence women wanting to look their best! The survey revealed that 91% of women buy new clothes specifically for the festivities, with 89% of women spending over a week looking for the perfect Christmas office party outfit. In a surprising statistic, the survey revealed that exactly 50% of women would choose function over fashion for their outfit on Christmas day, proving that half of women out there find that comfort is key when you’re eating turkey! 69% of women admitted they will get their hair tended to professionally for the silly season, including highlights, cuts, blow-dries and extensions. 35% of women will hint for hair related gifts including hair extensions, hair tools and premium shampoos and conditioners. The survey has also revealed that, 53% of women spend between €200-€300 on their festive glam, with 14% spending in excess of €400, with the most spend going on hair, clothes, nails, tan, eyebrows and shoes. Irish ambassador for Great Lengths, Glenda Gilson said, “None of this surprises me! Carol Leo, Managing Director of Great Lengths said, “The festive season is so important to the hair industry, especially Great Lengths. It’s our busiest time of the year!

They make their arguments well. The EU establishment seem to flounder to put a positive case succinctly to the Parliamentarians of Europe. Dublin MEP, Lynn Boylan (SF) tells us that EU Employment and Social Affairs Committee have now voted for the rejection CETA. Speaking at the By Cathal Boland conclusion of the vote, she said, “The vote in the EMPL Committee has shown that there is widespread opposition to this trade deal across the EU. Those MEPs who voted this morning to call on the Committee on International Trade, as the committee responsible, to recommend that Parliament decline to give its consent to the proposal for a Council decision on the conclusion of CETA, came from across the EU and from across the political spectrum. “The vote proves that there is widespread discontent and opposition to CETA from the left, the right, and the centre in the European Parliament. “This vote and opposition to CETA is not about being antitrade, it is about supporting intelligent-trade, trade that benefits Ireland and the EU. Trading relationships should always be intelligent and they must be based on decent job creation, balanced wage increases, expanded opportunities for SMEs and foster entrepreneurship. CETA has already faced difficulty within Europe, as one regional government initially refused to ratify it. They later changed their mind following direct Canadian intervention. It may not be simple to overcome the cross party opposition to the deal. TTIP may fall on the inauguration of Donal Trump. That is if he has not changed his mind on the agreement by then.

O’Reilly Elected As Vice Chair Of Health Committee Local Sinn Fein TD, Louise O’Reilly has been elected as Vice Chair of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health. Speaking after her election, O’Reilly said: “As a former member of the National Joint Council of the Health Service for many years, I am honoured to be elected Vice Chair of the Joint

Oireachtas Committee on Health. As someone who has worked with health workers for many years, I am especially keen, as part of my new role, in ensuring that the Oireachtas committee hear from staff and their representatives on our deliberations on health policy and the legislative process. “While the committee has been operational for a number of months, the work plan is constantly under review and I hope that, working with Dr Michael Harty TD, the secretariat and the other committee members, I can play a constructive role in ensuring that any and all Government health policy decisions are scrutinised to ensure the best possible outcomes for people.” She continued, “Coming from a background representing health workers, as well as representing the fastest growing county in Ireland, I am cognisant of the demographic pressures, the under capacity of the Health service and the creeping threats that privatisation bears for the future of our health system. That is why, as well as ensuring all legislation is examined, I will be advocating for further thorough policy engagement with the minister, the HSE, unions, NGOs and others involved in health.”

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Fingal Dublin Chamber Christmas Lunch at The Maldron Hotel, Dublin Airport

Freda Farrell (Fingal Dublin Chamber) and John Lambert (Cloud 9)

Andrea Molloy (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport), Sean Fitzmaurice (North County Leader) and Ciara Kennedy (Michael Kennedy Insurance Group)

Skerries Tidy Towns were presented with a cheque on behalf of Fingal Dublin Chamber, to aid them in their efforts to retain the National Tidy Towns title, Pictured are Maeve McGann and Anne Doyle fom Skerries Tidy Towns accepting the cheque from Chamber President Guy Thompson and CEO, Tony Lambert

Aidan James (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport), Vivienne Carey (Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown), Sophia Weir (Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown), Robbie Whelan (National Sports Complex) and Conor NcDonnell (National Sports Complex)

Sinead Kavanagh (Eirebus), Jeff Clarke (Eirebus) and Dave Walsh (Osborne)

Michael Hoey, Denise Foley, Dan Flynn and Geraldine Hoey (all Country Crest)

Maura Cassidy (daa) and Guy Thompson (President Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Lynn Cawley (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport) and Jennifer McKenna (Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown)

John Paul Collins and Stephen Doyle (both Bank of Ireland Dublin Airport)

The annual Fingal Dublin Chamber Christmas lunch took place in the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport on Friday, 9th December. The event was attended by around 120 members and friends, who listened to a very interesting speech, delivered by winner of the JC Savage Business Person of the Year, David Keenan from Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals in Blanchardstown. Cheques were presented to Maeve McGann and Anne Doyle from Skerries Tidy Towns and to Robert and Carrie Brown on behalf of Snowflakes Autism Support Group, a local charity that does tremendous work for children with autism. At the end of the delicious meal, the Christmas theme was continued, with comedian Gene Fitzpatrick entertained the gathering with some excellent wisecracks, much to the delight of all.

Aidan Harrison (Blanchardstown Corporate Park), Ray McDermott (Beech Park Allotments), Darren Harrison (Blanchardstown Corporate Park) and Neil McDermott (Land Capital Gold Ltd)

Keith Brock (Fingal LEO) and Gene Fitzpatrick

Siobhan O'Donnell (daa), Michael Kennedy (Michael Kennedy Insurance Group), Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) and Maura Cassidy (daa)

Ed Hearne (Fingal County Council) and Ian Talbot (Chambers Ireland)

Ian Hunter (Pavilions Shopping Centre), Ger Heskin (AIB Swords) and Gerry Fitzmaurice (North County Leader)

Brian Murphy (BJM Consulting), Siobhan Kinsella (Cpl), Andrea Molloy (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport) and Anne-Marie Hayes (Castleknock Hotel)

Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert, Robert Brown and Carrie Brown (Snowflakes Autism Support Group) and Chamber President, Guy Thompson. Snowflakes were presented with a cheque on behalf of Fingal Dublin Chamber at the lunch

Terry McCoy, Maurice Cregan (Cregan Accountants) and CoilĂn O'Reilly (Fingal County Council)

Chris Harmon, Bob Mullen, Tony Doyle, Anthony Murphy and Charles Hutcheson (all Country Crest)

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Enterprising Women’s Christmas Lunch The latest and final Fingal Enterprising Women Network event of 2016 was held in Roganstown Hotel & Country Club on 6th December, when 80 enterprising women chose to kick-start their December in a focused and positive way. In the true spirit of Christmas, the event had two guest speakers; Moira Dunne of beproductive.ie and Niamh Sherwin Barry of the Irish Fairy Door Company. Moira Dunne’s piece focused mainly on getting your business in

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Pictured at the Fingal women In Business Christmas lunch are Gemma Conway, Martha Falsini, Anne Donaldson and Karen Devine

shape for the New Year with some very helpful pointers on time management. Niamh Sherwin Barry of

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the Irish Fairy Door Company shared her very personal and sometimes humorous story of how she and her partners started out with nothing but a small loan from her mother in 2013. They now employ 24 people and have sold more than 150,000 Irish Fairy Doors.

She touched on some major challenges to the company, such as dealing with the business taking off so fast and preparing to take on America. Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office said, “2016 has been a great year for the Fingal Enterprising Women’s Network and there is a real hunger for this practical networking platform on which women interested in achieving success in business can work together to gain impact with their strategies. We are committed to continuing our support for growing local enterprises driven by women and have already organised our first event of 2017,” he said.

Each year, Balbriggan Branch of St Vincent de Paul launch a Christmas Giving Tree at Millfield Shopping Centre. The idea is that members of the public can take a tag from the tree, which can be for an adult or a child and purchase a gift for them, then drop it into the collection point beside the tree. Pictured at the launch of the Christmas Giving Tree on Saturday, 26th November are Peter Carey (Centre Manager, Millfield Shopping Centre) with St Vincent de Paul Balbriggan members, Jackie Hamilton, Mary Murray, Sharon McGann and Deborah Cullen

Credit Union Buildings Valued At €950,000 Following the collapse of Rush Credit Union, which incorporates the Credit Union in Lusk, the joint liquidators are seeking €950,000 for the offices in both Rush and Lusk. The High Court has approved an application from the Central Bank to have McStay Luby appointed as liquidators to the failed Credit Union. Local estate agents, Kelly & Co have been appointed to sell both buildings. The agent is seeking €650,000 for the office in Rush and €300,000 for the building in Lusk. The Rush office has a high-profile location, adjoining the church, library and Tesco supermarket. It is

within easy access to the busy town centre of Rush. It comes with nine car-parking spaces. With accommodation extending to about 400 sq metres over two floors and includes a boardroom, and a director’s office, the selling agent said that it would suit other uses, such as a medical centre, educational or health support services, or a call centre. It is serviced by a lift and has air conditioning. The building in Lusk, while smaller is excellently positioned to suit a small business in the busy town of Lusk. The accommodation extends to 165 sq metres.

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The town of Skerries is a picturesque and historic seaside town in the northern part of the county. Its location is one of the best, as it’s only 35 minutes from the city centre, yet has the aspect of being much further away. The recent historic win in the National

Tidy Towns competition, has rocketed this lovely town to national attention.

Christmas time in Skerries has always been a very special time for local resi-

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the Christmas lights last Saturday brought its own special atmosphere to Ireland’s tidiest town.

Skerries is always a thriving and friendly community and a hub of activity all year round, especially at Christmas time, where the smell of mulled wine and traditional aromas fill the streets. With the only west facing

harbour on the east coast, Skerries enjoys spectacular sunsets and is awash with pubs, shops and restaurants. No matter what season, there is something quietly romantic and atmospheric about this lovely fishing village. The perfect place for shopping and relaxing after a day’s shopping.

If you’re looking for

a unique local shopping experience, Skerries is the place to go. Away from the gruelling slog of the city centre shopping, you have a chance to see what treasures are in the intimate shops, stores and markets, the boutiques and delis and much much more. The local staff are truly experts in their fields, offering you friendly, expert advice and a good bit of banter thrown in for good measure. You’ll be hard pressed to find that

sort of service in the city centre.

In Skerries, the local retailers pride themselves on offering you the best possible service (with a smile of course) and can give you plenty of help and advice if you’re stuck for ideas for that special Christmas present. All the shops, stores and boutiques will

be up to date with the latest trends and products, so you’ll have to look no further for whatever you need.

Many of the stores also feature beautifully displayed shop fronts, where retailers display their high quality wares in lovely well kept, attractive shops that draw you in.

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The friendly retailers will gladly accommodate you in whatever way they can and you won’t have to travel miles to do a gift exchange, as the

shops are right on your doorstep. The warmth and friendliness of the locals is a really wonderful attribute of this vibrant area.

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Skerries is filled with an array of shops which sell clothes, jewellery, arts and crafts and other goodies that spring to mind. Each shop is full of hidden gems, ideal for that perfect gift or must-have item. There’s so much on offer, you will simply find it hard to choose just one item!

After a day’s shopping, there is nothing better than to enjoy a drink or meal in one of the cosy pubs by a roaring fireside and enjoy one of the

many music sessions available. Skerries has always been noted for its shops, many fine pubs and restaurants and tourists are attracted to it all year long. The wonderful harbour area is full of life, with fine restaurants and pubs, where you can enjoy the finest local seafood, just fresh in from local trawlers.

Skerries is fast becoming a one stop shop to get your shopping needs and pick up some really nice gifts. The town has developed into a really nice place to do business and to enjoy its many amenities. There is something for every-

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13th December 2016 Psychological Educational Assessments For Children

Pictured at the switching on of Lusk Christmas lights are, Dave Bofin, Ernie Donnelly, Cllr Ken Farrell, County Mayor Cllr Darragh Butler, Brendan Ryan TD, Dympna Sherry and Paddy Fitzgerald

Circle Of Friends (Skerries Asperger’s & Dyspraxia Support Group) are pleased to be in a position to sponsor a limited number of psychological/educational assessments for children who are starting secondary school in 2017. All sponsorship is strictly confidential. Please contact Mary at 0879366874 as soon as possible if you would like to take up one of these assessments for your child. Mok and Sarah Slim

Carols In Naul Naul Parish Choir will present their annual carols service in Naul Church on Thursday, 22nd December at 7.30pm. All are welcome to this very special and popular event.

Swords Ladies Club

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Members of Swords Ladies Club meet every Tuesday at the Senior Citizens Centre on Chapel Lane at 8pm. Activities include musical shows, talks on interesting topics and occasional trips to the theatre. New members are welcome.

Balbriggan Senior Citizens

Brian Arnold and Ernie Donnelly

Adam McGrane, Hannah Murray and Matthew Bofin

Pictured are Lusk scouts, Joel Cilomba, Johanna Cilomba, Joshua Cilomba, Harry Gaines, Shane Kearney and Sam McGrane

Joseph and Kylie Daly with their children, Adam and Grace

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Balbriggan Senior Citizens invites all people over the age of 60 to drop into the Senior Citizens Hall on High Street in the town for a cup of tea, a chat, watch television or just to relax and read the papers. There are weekly bingo sessions on Tuesdays at 8.30pm.

Eating out on a budget While we seem to have so many options when it comes to eating out, you want to make it count! We’ve compiled the top 5 ways of eating out on a budget

ARE YOU A STUDENT? USE YOUR STUDENT DISCOUNT! When you’re a student, it’s a status you should milk as often as possible, so don’t be afraid to whip out that student ID. Many local restaurants will give you a discount too, especially in a uni town. Even if somewhere doesn’t advertise a discount, do ask, it doesn’t mean they won’t give you one!

IT’S THE DRINK THAT GETS ‘YA! If you are on the vino, don’t just assume that the house wine is the cheapest thing on the menu. Companies will often pick a slightly pricier option to bump up the bill. Simply ask what the house wine is then take a moment or two to study the wine list so you can make sure you really do pick the best option for you. Also if you ask for water, they may automatically add the bottled water to the bill when tap water would do just fine. Bottled water can be really expensive when you’re dining out, so cut down on the unnecessary cost.

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Appeal For Submissions On Boundary Constituency Commission In 2007, a boundary Constituency Commission made the decision to divide up Swords and move a huge chunk of voters to the constituency of Dublin West. A campaign manage d t o g e t t h i s d e c i s i o n reversed in 2012 and along with the return of Rolestown, Kilsallaghan and St. Margaret’s, Swords was reunited in the new Dáil Constituency of Dublin Fingal that replaced Dublin North. A new boundary Constituency Commission is now in place and is now inviting written submissions in relation to the formation of constituencies for the election of members to Dáil Éireann and to the European Parliament. Submissions should be forwarded so as to

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sign ups schemes where they’ll send you offers and discount near your special day. The trick here is to get everyone you know to sign up, that way you’ll get offers all year round!

USE SOCIAL MEDIA Social networks aren’t just for friends and job hunting you know! Both local and national chains have recently gotten well internet savvy and will post special offers for their followers on lots of different platforms. Companies are even experimenting with newer and weirder types of social media like Snapchat, where they’ll send you a coupon as a picture

LAST MINUTE DEALS If you live near the city centre, its worth giving OpenTable a try. While they only cover a limited number of locations so far, they’re an easy way to find tables and get some rewards. The site lets restaurants list tables which have become available at the last minute (but you can book in advance too) so they can ensure they get a full house. While you could just snag these tables by ringing on the off chance OpenTable will give you special offers on prices as well as loyalty points, which can later be spent on meals out. And that’s just for booking and turning up, honest!

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reach the Commission not later than Tuesday, 10th January 2017. Submissions can be emailed to: constituency.commission@housing.gov.ie County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler said, “I am calling on Swords, Rolestown, Kilsallaghan and St. Margaret’s residents to make a submission to the new boundary Constituency Commission before the 10th January deadline. We cannot take any chances in this regard. We cannot be complacent and then get surprised by another crazy decision, like the one made back in 2007 that divided Swords and moved the electoral division of Swords-Forrest and thousands of voters to the constituency of Dublin West. Our campaign managed to get this reversed in 2012 and reunited us all back in the new constituency of Dublin Fingal (that replaced Dublin North) for the last General Election.” “The Commission will be glad to receive and consider any submission which you may wish to make. Please note that submissions received will be published on the Commission’s website and may be inspected by prior arrangement with the Commission in the Custom House, Dublin 1 during the hours of 10am to 4.30pm (Monday to Friday), until the conclusion of the Commission’s work,” concluded Butler.

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Reilly Hits Nail On The Head for Health, had prominent story wide experience on this subject in in dealing with last week’s drug companies edition of the commented: “I paper, and one of think that the the contributors drug company to the editorial, Senator Reilly should enter into former Health Minister and local a Risk and Share senator, Dr James Reilly arrangement, meaning put forward the precise that the government proposal that Vertex now pays for patients who get view as a possible solu- a benefit from the drug tion to this log jam. Dr and the company foots Reilly, who as Minister the bill for those who get no benefit.” The war of words continued between Vertex and health authorities here in advance of a new round of talks to agree a price, which would make it available to Irish patients. On a more 54” Marble Fireplace hopeful note, a spokeswith black granite insert & hearth woman for Vertex said, “We have a shared goal and 5KW inset stove to help people in Ireland get Orkambi as soon as possible. Despite this visionary perception from Dr Reilly, the situation seems far from being resolved, but it is heartOnly ening to discover that the company is considering a notion that was first mooted here in this newspaper.

The ongoing saga over the miracle Cystic Fibrosis drug, Orkambi which comes with a price tag of €159, 000 per patient per year, or a total of some €87 million per annum overall, has taken an unexpected twist. Vertex, maker of Orkambi said it is willing to examine a system where it would only be paid in full in cases where the

medicine is of proven benefit to the patient. The proposals put forward will include a risk-sharing scheme where the company will be reimbursed for the patients who are given the drug and have a positive improvement in specific areas such as breathing control. This would limit the HSE’s overall payout. The County Leader ran a

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Fine Gael MEP, Brian Hayes has called on the four Dublin Local Authorities to apply for the new EU free WIFI initiative. The initiative known as “WIFI4EU” is expected to be launched in the first half of 2017 and will provide free high quality internet access in parks, public buildings, villages and towns. Hayes said, “Three months ago WIFI4EU was unveiled with the aim of providing free wifi access in all villages and towns in the EU by 2020. A lot of progress has been made since then with plans to put the initiative into practice in a number of towns and villages expected before summer 2017.” “WIFI4EU will be funded directly by the EU’s Connecting Europe programme. A total of €120 million will be provided for the initial role out. It will allow Local Authorities including Fingal County Council to apply for funding to equip parks, public buildings and village squares with high quality wifi access.” “Role out of the initiative will be on a first come first served basis. It is a great opportunity for the four local authorities in Dublin to provide a service to Dublin citizens. I strongly support the initiative and hope the Dublin authorities will apply to participate,” concluded MEP Hayes.

With Christmas just around the corner, where better to get your entire Christmas shopping than in this beautiful town. What does Malahide have that’s just so great? Well, Malahide is a coastal, suburban town with a traditional feel, a picturesque countryside coastal town, yet only half an hour from Dublin City, and 10 minutes from Dublin Airport. While retaining its village atmosphere, Malahide is well known for its style and array of shops

and restaurants. With an abundance of amenities and sports clubs and fine schools, it’s a great

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place to raise a family, while also being equally attractive to young professionals and retirees alike. If you’re looking for that special, vibrant atmosphere and a place to get all those m u s t - h a v e Christmas gifts, you’ll be spoilt for choice will all that Malahide has to offer. This beautiful town is renowned for it’s wonderful restau-

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Pictured is Director of Adult Education at Malahide Community School, Robbie Harrold

“In our year of celebration of 40 years of adult education provision in the community I would like to wish all the people of Malahide and surrounding communities a Merry Christmas and Every Happiness in 2017.”

Spring Term 2017 begins the week commencing 30-1-17 Walk in enrolment will take place on 23-1-17 in the school from 7.30pm - 9.00pm Online enrolment for Spring term 2017 courses will be available from December 16th Spring Term brochures will be available from December 16th

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rants and pubs, and is a location of choice for many people from the city, and other parts of the North County. It has an ideal location, right on the sea enjoying panoramic views over Lambay Island and Howth Head, as far as the Dublin and Wicklow mountains.

Malahide always has a unique charm all of it’s own, and it is especially vibrant at Christmas time. The light were turned on recently and the wonderful community spirit was evident, as Santa switched on the lights, much to the delight of the huge crowd who turned up for the occasion. The fact that there is a direct bus service to the city, as well as a busy railway station, means that people come from far and wide to enjoy the charms of this lovely place. The town always looks neat and tidy, and this is a result of the great work put in every year by the hard working Tidy Towns volunteers. They have always performed extremely well in

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the prestigious Tidy Towns competitions over the years, and actually claimed the overall title in 1990.

There are some excellent shops in the town, and you won’t have to leave here to find most of what you want. There is everything for the discerning shopper here, where

shopfronts are beautifully presented with bargains galore. The quaint narrow streets have a very continental feel to them, where you are likely to come across gorgeous coffee shops and shops specialising in particular gifts, where you are very likely to find a perfect gift for that special person in your life. There are fine fashion shops, as well as lovely craft shops, where you can

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It makes no sense to undertake arduous trips to the city centre, enduring endless traffic jams and trying to find expensive car parking fees, just to find gifts that are, in all probability, available at your fingertips in Malahide. And you won’t have to worry about having hassle if you need to return an item. The retailers will gladly accommodate you in whatever way they can and forget travelling miles for that gift exchange. After exploring the treasure trove of beautifully presented shops, a stroll along the fabulous walkway towards Portmarnock is just the ticket. Alternatively, you can explore Malahide Castle and Demesne, one of Malahide’s highlights, and a visit

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13th December 2016

Opinion Divided On Directly Elected Mayor Louise O’Reilly TD Sinn Fein Sinn Féin has long argued that directly elected mayors are an important part of the much needed reform of local government in the State. We have been critical of the Fianna Fáil-Green Party government and the Fine Gael-Labour government for their failure to introduce meaningful reform of the local government system. Sinn Féin supports the holding of a referendum in Fingal and Dublin city and county to allow the people of the Dublin region to take the decision in relation to a directly elected mayor. Sinn Féin will call for a Yes vote if a referendum is held. We in Fingal Sinn Fein will actively campaign for this and we will be at the forefront of ensuring that Fingal is well represented and that we get the best out of any changes for the people of Fingal. If such a referendum passes, the Mayoral term should be for five years, with the first election taking place at the next Local Government elections in 2019. Sinn Féin does not support a symbolic Mayoral office, it must have real executive powers and an appropriate staff and budget. A symbolic Mayoral office will not deliver for the people of Fingal and will be a waste of money. The powers, responsibilities and functions of the existing four local authorities and councillors must not be reduced. Significant executive power must be devolved down from central government and state bodies to the Mayor’s office. The Mayor should have a number of clearly defined executive powers including transport; major roads;

waste management and tourism. These would involve the devolution of powers, staff and funding from central government or state agencies to the newly created office of the mayor. The Mayor would also have responsibility for strategic policy co-ordination, in partnership with the four local authorities, in a number of areas including economic develop-

using the Group election system (similar to D’Hondt but designed to include independents as well as parties) The Assembly would meet monthly and its function would be to scrutinise the Mayor’s annual work plan and its ongoing implementation in those areas where the office has executive authority. The Assembly would also have a role in assisting the Mayor in the development of strategic policy in those areas where the Mayor has this responsibility – however such policies would also need the approval of the four local authorities. The Assembly and local authorities would also have a role in the appointment and holding to account of the Directors of Service. The Assembly would also have powers to hold to account, and if necessary to remove, the mayor or individual directors of service from their positions under clearly defined circumstances and by a weighted majority vote. The funding and staffing of the Mayor’s office will, in the main, come from existing central government and state agencies resources. During its first term of office, should additional resources be required these will come from central government.

YES

ment, environment, housing and planning. While the initial powers to be devolved should be limited to those listed above, should the Office prove itself competent, those powers could be expanded in a process of rolling devolution in the future. The Mayor’s office would include a cabinet made up of publicly appointed Directors of Service for each area of Executive responsibility. The Mayor would be held to account by a regional assembly made up of six councillors from each of the four Dublin local authorities appointed

Darragh O’Brien TD Fianna Fáil An outward looking approach is crucial to the future of Dublin and if we are to compete with cities across Europe and globally, a strong champion and ambassador will be key. The Fianna Fáil bill proposing the introduction of a directly elected Mayor of Dublin, which was debated in the Dáil this week, has the potential to strengthen local democracy and governance in Fingal. The continued and committed work of Fingal County Council should not and cannot be drawn in to question by this proposal. The power and influence that a directly elected mayor would have, is ulti-

worst transportation decisions in the history of Dublin. Whilst the LUAS cross city project is linking these lines now and extending the LUAS to Cabra, there is still something missing; Metro North

with a long term strategic vision for the region, but I am not totally convinced a Directly Elected Mayor is the answer at this time. There are too many unanswered questions and I would have a concern that Fingal, sometimes viewed as a half county to the North, would be forgotten and sidelined with any Mayor focusing on the City. Whilst not totally opposed to the idea, I am certainly not convinced now is the right time for a Dublin Mayor. I would first like to see a real plan for the city and County, including all of Fingal before the decision of what the best method of delivering this strategic vision would be. There is too much at stake and I believe it is too risky at this time to support a Directly Elected D u b l i n Mayor.

to Dublin Airport and Swords. The massive infrastructural gap in the M1 corridor is the fault of poor decision making and responsibility for this falls between the city and county councils and central Government. We do need a better plan for Dublin city and county

holding a plebiscite on the position it will ensure that there is real legitimacy at the core of its strategy and that both the public and prospective candidates are fully aware of what it entails. The terms of office will be approved by the people of Dublin before it is created

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Clare Daly TD Independents 4 Change

Brendan Ryan TD Labour Party The proposal for a Directly Elected Mayor for Dublin was back on the agenda last week and it is certainly something which is worthy of rigourous discussion. Dublin is our capital city and the driver of the wider Irish economy and our city and county is rich in history, culture and tradition. The balancing of this rich history with the need to be a dynamic and modern city is difficult, and we haven’t gotten everything right in recent years. In particular, there has been a massive deficit in proper city planning and the delivery of a integrated transport network. The inability to develop appropriate density of housing in the city centre has led to decades of urban sprawl which impacts on everything from house prices to commuting times, which have knock on effects for people’s quality of life. For example, the decision to build two unconnected LUAS lines on Dublin’s southside was one of the

mately up to the people of Fingal. A consensual approach to detailing the specific powers of the position of office is crucial for the benefit of those within the jurisdiction of Fingal County Council. By

and not foisted upon them. If the proposals do not deliver for Fingal there is choice to vote against it and reject the idea of a directly elected mayor. The most critical aspect of our bill is the public consultation process to allow people and businesses in Fingal a chance to come forward to discuss the proposal and its benefits for the county. This is vital in ensuring that Fingal is not disadvantaged by any adoption of a new Mayoral structure. It strengthens and enhances the value of democracy in local government and decision making for the people, by the people. Other parties have simply tried to introduce a new position without any effort to understand or consider the concerns of the people of Fingal and how it may deliver for the whole county, not just a part of it.”

On the one hand I would question the need for a Mayor, after all it’s a bit outdated having been first instigated through a charter from the Norman king John in the 13th century. And like many others I would have some reservation as to whether it is value for money, being as it is largely a ceremonial role. However, considering the consistent dilution of powers taken from local government over the decades perhaps a move to elect, by public vote, a mayor who would be accountable to the citizens of Dublin would set a good precedent for our democratic process. This is a move that could be coupled with a restoration of powers to our democratically elected councillors. And those councillors, including the mayor should be responsible for protecting and defending our public services as well as our local democracy.

Over the past number of years, we have seen the outsourcing of council jobs and public services; services that once served our communities very well. These roles were replaced by private companies who have reduced the level of

executives are unelected, appointed positions with no political mandate from the people and in no way accountable to any of us. Yet, they make decisions on a daily basis that affect all of us. Just a couple of weeks ago the Minister for Housing announced a Housing bill, which contains a provision to curtail the council’s planning powers. While the Minister claims that this is in order to fast track housing, it is more likely a political manoeuvre to wrest away more power and undermine our democratic rights. In the midst of a huge housing and homeless crisis, local solutions should be sought and that means at community level with a council that is accountable and has the power to act. So, if an elected mayor sets us back on track to local and accountable politics then I would be in favour of that, as a first step.

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service while increasing the cost to the general public. The private waste companies are a prime example. Our councillors have been frustrated and had their hands tied by unelected ‘managers’; making the council chambers a talking shop with no real power. These managers and senior

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Local News

13th December 2016

Alan Farrell TD Fine Gael Since the creation of the four Dublin local authorities in 1994, Dublin City and its county has had no unifying local government force. While other major European and international capitals have a figurehead, Dublin has four, with no statutory body to co-ordinate their efforts. As a former Mayor of Fingal in 2007 and 2008, I am only too aware of the wonderful goodwill toward the office holder, yet equally aware of the limitations of the role. Dublin has seen huge changes over the course of my lifetime and I would see the establishment of a directly elected Mayor as a major progressive step for the county. Dublin is a vibrant, modern European city, competing for investment with other cities across Europe and further afield. A directly elected Mayor would enhance local government and accountability for the 1.3 million people living in the city and a further half million people in the greater Dublin area. London is a prime example of how the local government structures can be greatly enhanced with a model

which, not only strengthens the existing Councils, but gives them more authority to hold their Mayor to account. My own tenure at Fingal County council, where I served as Deputy Mayor and Mayor, has furthered my

YES

belief that all the local authorities need to be working together, striving towards common goals. While the existing debate circles around two proposals from the opposition benches, I am firm in my belief that all members of Dail & Seanad Eireann must work together to tease out the best options for our capital city. We must

Sen. Lorraine Clifford-Lee Fianna Fáil Currently in the county of Dublin, we have four local councils and four mayors. Some people in Fingal believe it is advantageous in having our own council and mayor. I disagree. Having a directly elected Mayor of Dublin will be of great benefit to all of us in Fingal in many different ways. As has been proven in other capitals around the world, having a directly elected mayor has led to tremendous success. Dublin faces many challenges and in order to overcome those challenges, a joined-up approach is required – this is the fundamental reason to support a directly elected mayor. For example, Fingal is not getting a fair amount of tourists visiting Dublin, despite having some of the best beaches, castles and sporting amenities in the country. A joined-up tourism strategy for Dublin will ensure that four councils are not competing with each other, but rather that one office is working to ensure an equal share of tourism and arts and culture funding. A Mayor of Dublin, providing singular leadership and a unified approach will have to

identify what model will best suit us and then work to ensure that devolvement of responsibility occurs over a period of time. It is also my view that the creation of a Mayor for Dublin must come with significant authority to take back control of our city from unelected public servants and put it firmly back into the hands of our citizens. I believe that we need to get the consultation process right. We need to look at how much autonomy the envisaged office will have and we need a clear demarcation of responsibilities. I would like to see a pragmatic and prudent Mayor’s office, one where citizens can see the effects of the decisions that are made at a local level. Fine Gael in Government is committed to local authority reform and a more accountable local government. As established in the programme for government, Minister Simon Coveney will prepare a report for the Oireachtas, by mid-2017 on potential measures to boost local government leadership and accountability.

fight for all of our interests most especially those of Fingal, given the fact that we have the fastest growing population of any area in the country. Dublin competes every day with other global cities. An example we are too well aware of was the loss of

would be an incredible advantage when seeking to create jobs. Fingal stands to firmly benefit from having a directly elected mayor. Our unique position with easy access to both the M1 and M50 as well as being home of Dublin Airport can be better exploited by a directly elected mayor – a champion and ambassador. Whether it is attracting inward investment or securing European or national funding for manufacturing, agriculture or tourism, a directly elected mayor can deliver for Fingal. A directly elected mayor will serve a fixed term, rather than the current system whereby all four mayors across Dublin are replaced on an annual basis. Having a fixed term mayor ensures a strategic approach to how the city and county is run and developed – from attracting investment, to transport infrastructure and from tourism, to hosting global events. A Mayor, elected by all of the people of Dublin to represent us and to plan for our future will be a strong asset. A Mayor of Dublin is good for Fingal.

YES

the Web Summit to Lisbon. As Britain prepares to exit the European Union, many global companies are looking for bases in which to maintain a European presence. Having a Mayor of Dublin to represent and pitch our city and county and all of its great assets, especially Fingal’s location and easy access to global connectivity

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Sen. James Reilly Fine Gael Since its inception, Fingal County Council has gone from strength to strength. We have a very dynamic and innovative council and executive. Their focus is on the needs of the people of Fingal. In a short time, we have copper fastened our own identity as a community. We have a distinct culture with our long coastline, fishing villages, harbours, beaches and agriculture, particularly horticulture. We are part of Dublin city and county, but we do have a very distinct sense of self and cultural identity. We now have a thriving business community, our own very active Fingal and Balbriggan Chambers of Commerce, to name but two. We have a very strong rates base, with with the most competitive rates of the four Dublin local authorities. We have the youngest population in Ireland, if not in Europe and one of the most diverse and bright, as evidenced by the success of our team in the Young Scientist of the Year awards earlier this year. The four Dublin local authorities already co-ordinate well on many issues already such as in Tourism and new brand, ‘A Breath of Fresh Air.’ There is a huge focus needed on local infrastructure to support housing needs, and the needs across Dublin are very different and we need dedicated local

focus. Some Fingal housing projects may not get prioritised against high rise investments in Dublin City Centre. Communities across Dublin are very diverse, not one single entity and centralising this could damage community spirit. Fingal has been hugely successful since it came into being at

Otherwise Fingal does not get to determine its destiny, but gets outvoted. Government policy is to devolve as much power down locally as possible. This seems to be movement in the opposite direction. Overall, I see no advantage for Fingal in having a directly elected mayor for the whole of Dublin and, very worryingly, there is no definition of that Mayor’s role or powers and his/her relationship with local authorities, Government ministers and departments such as Health, Education, Transport and Planning. As currently proposed by Fianna Fail, this merely adds another layer of bureaucracy at a time when the country is still recovering from the economic crash. The funding for important infrastructure like housing, Metro North and the electrification of the Balbriggan DART line comes from central government. Fingal County Council has been very effective in obtaining government funding for important infrastructure, like the new distributor road into Donabate and many Waste Water plants. It is difficult to see where a mayor for all of Dublin would be distracted by many of the issues affecting Fingal, particularly our rural areas. I want to congratulate Fingal County Council on being voted the best local authority in Ireland..... If it’s not broken , don’t fix it!

improving our infrastructure and supporting business, tourism and heritage. I don’t believe we would get the same support in a bigger entity. One only has to look at Swords Castle, Malahide Castle, Newbridge, Bremore, Balbriggan, to mention but a few. If there is to be a plebiscite in relation to a new mayor for all of Dublin, then the plebiscite needs to be carried out in each ward independently of the other wards.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

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Remember Us Autism Support Group, which is based in Balbriggan have had a memorable year and Nora Roban, Co-ordinator of the group, was very happy with developments, when she spoke to the County Leader. She said, “Firstly I would like to say a massive thank you for all your support for Remember Us during the year. It is very much appreciated. Keep up the great work. Remember Us featured on RTE’s Nationwide programme on Friday 25th November last, which was a great success.” She continued, “We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the following who have become Patrons of Remember Us. Our Premier Patron, Progressive Credit Union, Andrews Spar, Millfield Shopping Centre, Tony Murphy, Apache Pizza, Colin Hughes. We would also like to thank Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce and Fingal Dublin Chamber for all their support to us over the past year. Our Fundraising Partners include, The Millbank Theatre Rush, Moriarty’s Supervalu, Balbriggan, Supervalu Lusk, Wright Group, Skerries Chamber of Commerce, The Lions Club, Balbriggan, Malahide, Swords, Balbriggan, Lusk, Portmarnock and Swords ICA’s, The Rotary Club of Dublin Fingal, Platinum Gyms and PJ’s Playcentre.” “A big thank you to the local community in general for all their support throughout 2016. Our members really appreciate it.” Remember Us also paid a special thank you to H.S.E Dublin North, The Department of Children and Youth Affairs and Fingal County Council, without whose support, they would be unable to provide their services,” she said. “A massive thank you to our amazing volunteers, without whom it would be impossible to run our organisation. To Anne who job shares with me, to our CE And TUS placements, Matt, Igor and Martina, our Board of Directors and our Advisory Council members.” “2017 will be an exciting year for us as this will be the year our special members will move into their new base. Fit out of it will start in early 2017. We continue to look to business and the community at large for their support,” said Nora.

Minister Launches Healthy And Positive Ageing Report The Minister of State for Communities and the National Drugs Strategy, Catherine Byrne, TD launched the Fingal Healthy & Positive Ageing Indicators Report at a reception in The Atrium of County Hall, Swords on Monday, 5th December. The Report, which is entitled Fingal Healthy & Positive Ageing 2016,

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Local News

13th December 2016

North County Students Fear For Grades Local Fianna Fáil Seanad Spokesperson for Children and Youth Affairs, Lorraine Clifford-Lee has said that the Minister for Education, Richard Bruton must urgently address the concerns of students and their parents. They fear that they will lose out on 10 per cent of their marks in their Junior Certificate English examination. Clifford-Lee made the comments following the decision by the ASTI executive to ballot on the

recent Government offer and with a recommendation to their members to reject. “Hundreds of students across the North County will now automatically lose 10 per cent of their overall grade because teachers, who are members of the ASTI are refusing to mark the assessment element of the course.” “Quite rightly, there is considerable worry and angst among these students and their families

J.C’s Supermarket, Swords were in the happy position to allocate €2,500 from their ‘Making a Difference’ products to Saint Francis Hospice. Making a Difference is a label that is on many of their Heritage products and a portion of the sales price is put into a fund that they can allocate to registered charities. JCs chose St Francis Hospice to allocate €2,500 of this fund to this great cause. Pictured at the cheque presentation are, Ken from The Market Butchers, Margaret from St. Francis Hospice, Niall Savage, Doreen McKittrick and Rose Ryan.

Pictured are some happy children, with acting County Mayor, Cllr Brian McDonagh at the turning on of the Christmas lights at Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre

Pictured are Sharon Falvey, Sorcha McDonagh, Laura, Matthew and Aisling Treacy and acting County Mayor, Cllr Brian McDonagh with Santa at the turning on of the Christmas lights at Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre.

who are fearful of the effects of this move by the ASTI. Ten per cent might not seem like a lot, but for many it will be the difference between passing and failing the subject,” she said. “As Seanad Spokesperson, I am also gravely concerned that the proposal to implement an Ombudsman for Children, which was agreed by the Dáil many months ago, has been effectively shelved to gather dust. “Minister Bruton needs to set his priorities straight, and focus his energy on resolving the Junior Cert assessment dispute rather than on a PR overdrive on draft proposals. Students

should not be penalised because the Minister has failed to clarify or resolve the situation. “I am calling on the Minister to re-engage with the ASTI without delay to arrange alternative measures. The assessment process has already begun and students are missing out for reasons totally out of their control. “It is extremely important that this dispute is resolved as quickly as possible so that all students are treated equally and are not being disadvantaged because the Minister has failed to continue negotiating with teachers,” she concluded.

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Recent published deaths from the North County WARD, Olga, (Whitestown, Oldtown, Co. Dublin) - 7th December 2016 (Peacefully) beloved wife of William and mother of Mary and Helen; deeply regretted by her loving family, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace CULLIVAN, Des (Eugene), (Malahide and formerly of Boden Park, Rathfarnham) - 7th December 2016 (Peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital; sadly missed by his loving wife Doreen, sisters Moira and Kitty, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace RYAN, Patrick (PJ), (Skerries, Co. Dublin) - 7th December 2016 (Peacefully) at home surrounded by his loving family, PJ Patrick, husband of the late Katherine, sadly missed by his loving family, daughters Gemma, Helen and Catherine, brother John, sisters Rita and Ettie, adored five grandsons Dean, Hugh, James, Tom and Seán, sons-in-law Paul, Gordon and John, extended family and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace MCCABE (née Leech), Elizabeth (Lily), (Malahide, Co. Dublin and formerly of Cabra) - 6th December 2016 (Peacefully) surrounded by her loving family, beloved wife of Kevin; sadly missed by her daughter Karen sons Barry and Phelim, son-in-law Emmanuel, daughters-in-law Ann and Trine, grand-children Nicole, Ciara, Sophia, Cian and Michael, brothers and sisters Brendan, Willie, Martha, Rita and Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace KELLY, Sean, (Swords) - 6th December 2016 (Peacefully) at St. Francis Hospice Raheny; sadly missed by his loving wife Norma, son Jack, daughter Sinead, son-in-law Leon, daughter-in-law Sonya, sisters Cáit, Mary and Anne, grandchildren Rebecca, Vanessa and Andrew, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace MONTGOMERY, George, (Swords) - 5th December 2016 (Peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital; sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen, sons Ian and Lee, daughter Lorraine, son-in-law Stephen, daughter-in-law Michelle, grandchildren Cian, Alexander, Finn, Beckett, Rourke and Cormac, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace AUSTIN, Robert (Robbie), (Rush, Co. Dublin) - 4th December 2016 (Peacefully) sadly missed by his loving family brothers John and Tommy, sisters Olive, Vera, Marguerite, Angela, Philomena and Patsy, brothers-inlaw, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace RUMBALL, Arthur, (Dun Laoghaire, formerly Malahide)24th January 1961 - 4th December 2016 (Peacefully) Beloved husband of Amanda (Mollard), devoted father to Sam, James & Laura and younger brother of Alistair. Remembered fondly by his extended family – mother-in-law Gillian, brother-in-law Andrew, his wife Jayne and their sons Claude & Sebastian; Alistair’s wife Muriel and their children Kenneth, Alyson & Alexander. We remember too at this time his parents Ken & Daisy. Rest in Peace DAUNT (née Enright), Bridget, (Longlands, Swords)3rd December 2016 (Peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital, wife of the late James and beloved mother of the late Gordon; sadly missed by her loving children Dorothy, Derry, Karl, Brendan, Kevin and Stephen, son-in-law Kevin, daughters-in-law Eileen and Maria, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister Etta, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace RYAN, Joseph, (Swords and formerly of Skibbereen, Co. Cork)- 2nd December 2016 (Peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital, beloved father of the late Robert; sadly missed by his loving wife Lucy, daughters Carmel and Lucy, sisters, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. BANNON (née Kelly), Helen, (Malahide, Co. Dublin and late of Clontarf) - 2nd December 2016 (Peacefully) Loving wife of the late Edward and mother of the late Maurice. Helen will be deeply missed by her son Rory, daughters Marian and Barbara, daughters-in-law Evelyn and Ruth, sons-in-law Ed and Adrian, grandchildren, Eleanor, Laura, Kathy, Rachel, Faye, Audrey, Lynne, Shane, Aoife, Jason, Nicole, Simon and Bradley, great-grandchildren Holly, James, Lucy, Katie, Adam, Larissa, Mya, Zoe and Kate, brother-in-law Edmund, sister-in-law Vera, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace FITZPATRICK, Patrick Joseph, (Beaumont and formerly of Jordanstown, Oldtown, Co. Dublin) - 1st December 2016 (Suddenly) at home. Loving son of the late Ann and late Patrick and loving brother of the late Collette and late Martin; very sadly missed by his beloved sister Marie, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace

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JACK GREENE Christmas Remembrance of our Dear Parents and Brother Jack, late of Sherlock Park, Skerries, Co. Dublin. As we prepare for Christmas, our thoughts will be of you. You always made our Christmas, the happiest we ever knew. We’ll try our best to celebrate, the birth of Christ our King. But in our hearts we realise, we’ve lost our everything. Loved and missed always from Mary, Stephen, Michelle & Family, David, Elaine and Warren, Berni, John, Freigha and Darcie and great Grandchildren xxx

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Fingal County Council I Terrance Murphy apply for planning permission for the change of use of office space (Permitted under Ref No. F97A/0545) located at first floor Cooldriona Court, Swords, Co. Dublin to 4 number Apartment units (Originally permitted under Reg. Ref. PL.06F.096137, Reg. Ref. F95A/0118) (1x2 Bedroom Apartment 8 and 3x1 Bedroom Apartments 3,4 & 9) with associated internal alterations. 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 the 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 fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Sean and Betty Fagan intend to apply for permission for a development at this site: 34 Seaview Park, Portrane, Co. Dublin, the development will consist of the building of a single-storey bathroom extension suitable for a disabled person to the side of the house. 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 (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We, Board of Management Saint Oliver Plunkett National School intend to apply for planning permission for development at Saint Oliver Plunkett National School, Balrothery, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of amendments to previously granted planning permission (Register Reference F14A/0176) comprising of alterations to layout plan and external facade including all 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 Dennis and Pamela Barnedt are applying for permission for demolition of the existing detached house; lowering of site levels to the rear and side; construction of a new two storey detached house with habitable attic space, rooflights to the rear and sides, solar panels to the South side, projecting porch & bay window to the front, single storey kitchen area to the rear, attached garage to the North side; widening of existing vehicular entrance; and all associated site works at 38 Saint Margaret’s Road, 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 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 Retention is sought for (i) 2 storey extension to rear of existing dwelling (ii) 1st floor balcony to side of existing dwelling & (iii) raised platform timber play shed in rear garden @ Woodleigh Lodge, Woodpark, Lusk, Co. Dublin, K45 F582 for Rob Willis. 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 the public 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 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought for a single storey detached Games Room in the rear garden of existing dwelling @ South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin K56 PA66 for Christina Barrett. 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 the public 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 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council I Terrance Murphy apply for planning permission for the change of use of office space (Permitted under Ref No. F97A/0545) located at first floor Cooldriona Court, Swords, Co. Dublin to 4 number Apartment units (Originally permitted under Reg. Ref. PL.06F.096137, Reg. Ref. F95A/0118) (1x2 Bedroom Apartment 8 and 3x1 Bedroom Apartments 3,4 & 9) with associated internal alterations. 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 the 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 fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought to construct a permanent structure to store nine no. associated mechanical and electrical fans and coolers all located in the existing walled yard area to the rear of units 5 and 6, Donabate Shopping Centre, Donabate, Co. Dublin for Donabate Supermarkets Ltd. 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 that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Notice is hereby given that Richie Herity intends to apply for planning permission for development at 19 Ormond Way, Mooretown, Swords, Dublin. The development will consist of the construction of a hipped

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the main hipped roof and clad in matching clay tiles. 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 that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application Fingal County Council We,Paul and Laura Ryan, Intend to apply for planning permission for, a. Single storey detached bungalow, b. Single storey detached domestic garage, c. Waste water treatment system, d. All associated site works on site at Murrays Lane, Hayestown,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 it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee 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 I, Hugh Clarke, Intend to apply for planning permission for a. Amendments to existing vehicular access to provide for safer access/egress, b. New pillars and gates to same, c. All associated site works at 'Oakfield' St Doulaghs,Kinsealy,Dublin17. 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 it's 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 I Derek Whyte intend to apply for permission for development at this site at (vacant site adjacent to No. 1 Westbrook Avenue), Westbrook Avenue, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin The development will consist/consists of the construction of 2 no houses (each house will be semi-detached and two storey). House type “a” will be a two story two bedroom semi-detached house, house type “b” will be a two story one bedroom house, construction of a communal vehicular entrance to serve both houses, connection to public services (foul sewer, surface water and watermains) and all assocaited 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 in relation to the application may be made to the 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 Permission is sought for demolition of existing dwelling, and construction of new dormer dwelling house, and associated site works at South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. signed James Fynes 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 (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council I Johnny Lappin intend to apply for permission for development at this site address: 63 Glencarraig, Sutton, Dublin 13. The development will consist of a single storey extension to the rear of the existing house, a first floor extension and porch to the front of the existing house, second floor accommodation in the roof of the existing house, dormer windows to the rear and side of the existing

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roof and all 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 authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for : a) retention of partially constructed driveway & dwellinghouse (upto and including ground floor slab - previously permitted under reg.ref.no.-F10A/0422) b) completion of single-storey dwellinghouse to rear of family home. at :- 1, Glebe North, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Signed: Teresa Halligan This 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, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9.30am – 16.30pm Monday-Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for a new double garage to rear of existing dwellinghouse along with associated siteworks. at : Balscadden, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Signed: John & Eileen Mooney This 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, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9.30am – 16.30pm Monday-Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for a) new dwellinghouse with new proprietary wastewater treatment system and percolation area and new site boundaries b) replacement of existing septic tank serving existing dwellinghouse with a new proprietary wastewater treatment system & percolation area c) demolition of existing garage and necessary works to existing entrance and driveway to allow new driveway to serve new dwellinghouse.d) removal of existing eastern site boundary. at : Balscadden, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Signed: Bridie Carr This 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, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9.30am – 16.30pm Monday-Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council. Fingal County Council We Annabel & Gearoid Fitzgerald, intend to apply for planning permission all at 5 Portmarnock Walk, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin The development consists of the demolition of existing flat roof over garage and to convert existing garage to a playroom, bathroom & utility room and for the construction of a single storey extension to the front in order to extend the existing sitting room, hall & garage room with new pitched hipped roof over and to provide 4no. roof windows over new playroom bathroom and utility area and for a new single storey extension to the rear and for all 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 authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We, Peter and Eileen Chambers, intend to apply to Fingal County Council for permission for development at 15, Ashleigh Lawns, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the renovation and extension at ground level to the front and rear of the existing dwelling home to provide for a 4-bedroom family home.

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 Gary O Halloran is applying for planning permission on behalf of David Jones, to construct a new 4 bedroom dormer dwelling with new vehicle entrance, ancillary site works to facilitate the development, including an onsite domestic waste water treatment system at Bawn Rd Rush, 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 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

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Fingal County Council Gary O Halloran is applying for planning permission on behalf of Emma Jones, to construct a new 4 bedroom dormer dwelling with new vehicle entrance, ancillary site works to facilitate the development, including an onsite domestic waste water treatment system at Bawn Rd Rush, 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 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 Mumtaz Akhtar of 26 Glen Ellen Walk Swords Co. Dublin Intend to apply to the council for planning permission for the conversion of Attic space to storage space with a Dormer window to the hipped roof elevation and 1nr. Roof light to the front roof elevation. 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

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