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Swords Celebrates Last weekend, the town of Swords turned the By Patrick Finnegan clock back 1,000 years to the year 1014, where residents were treated to some great free family Brian after him. Examples include, Boroimhe estate, Boru Court and Gael Scoil Bhrian Boroimhe to mention a Boru events. few. The Murrough Road, which runs from As Swords has a Rathbeale Road up to huge involvement Brackenstown Road, is in the story of called after Brian Boru’s Brian Boru, the son. He was also slain in County Council the battle and was hosted a Fire Parade waked at Swords and a Viking village Abbey, the only last weekend, to remaining part of mark the final which is the Round chapter in the Tower, along with story of Brian his father. Boru’s demise at Legend has it that the Battle of the Battle of Clontarf Clontarf. It seemed was the reason for the that the entire town had introduction of the some involvement in the events. Drummers Local election candidates for the Swords Ward, Councillors raven as the symbol of Gerry McGuire, Anne Devitt and Darragh Butler, together from Colaiste Choilm with County Mayor, Kieran Dennison, are pictured getting Fingal. The region had a joined in the fire parade into the spirit of the occasion at the torch lit procession on strong Norse tradition, and history states that through the streets of Swords Main Street on Friday last. a standard, held by the Swords on Friday, defeated Danes, contained an image of the raven. adding to the great atmosphere of the occasion. The town’s connection with Ireland’s most famous The two-days of family fun also included a Viking High King, includes a number of places being called Village in the Town Park at Swords Castle, that

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included battle re-enactments, archery and falconry demonstrations, as well as an exhibition on “The Vikings in Fingal”, talks for children on Viking life, and hands-on activities on what it is like to be an archaeologist digging for ancient treasures and remains. It was heartening to see the great interest shown by the youngsters in this fascinating look back at our history. All the focus on the 1000th anniversary of the Battle of Clontarf has been on places and events that happened closer to the city centre, with the re-enactment of the battle last week, but Gerry Clabby, the Council’s Heritage Officer, told the County Leader: “Fingal too has strong links to the Vikings and Brian Boru was brought to Swords by monks on his way to his burial at Armagh, after his death at the infamous battle in 1014. To mark this important anniversary, the

Skerries Lads Complete Cycle For Charity By Jennifer McShane

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Skerries lads, Peter Montgomery and John Walsh, have just completed their amazing 3000km Moments of Clarity cycle down the length of New Zealand, in aid of suicide prevention charity, Save Our Sons and Daughters (SOSAD). They cycled every day (for six weeks) and, incredibly, finished three weeks ahead of schedule. They decided to cycle from the most northerly point of the north island of New Zealand, Cape Reinga, to the most southerly point of the south island, Bluff, near Invercargill. They said they wanted to take on this challenge to to raise awareness and fundraise for Youthline and SOSAD, which is an Irish charity. Peter said that the main goal of the cycle for himself and John, was

to raise awareness about the importance of speaking out about depression. Peter recently said he has suffered from depression for about six years, but in the beginning he didn’t really recognise that it was depression, and the aim was to try to help end the stigma that they say is around this. In raising this awareness, they also wanted to get as many Facebook ‘Likes’ for the initiative as they could to help spread the word, and currently the count is at well over 400. Speaking to the County Leader about the cycle, they said: “The six week cycle was epic in many respects. There were tough times and easy, fun times. The country we cycled through is a beautiful one with very friendly people and outstanding scenery. The physical challenges we met were enjoyable to deal with. Overall we would like to remind people to speak out about their mental challenges, which are quite often a lot more difficult to deal with than physical ones.”

Council organised a weekend of activities in Swords that included a night time torch-light parade to mark the funeral procession and the handing over of Brian’s body to the delegation from Armagh. We also have a number of exhibitions in our libraries at the moment that build a colourful and interesting picture of how the Vikings lived in this area at the time of the Battle of Clontarf,” he said. Story continued on page 10 Picture special on page 24

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Pictured at the fundraising Cake Sale in aid of Cystic Fibrosis at Malahide Community School are students, Ali Duff, Gabrielle Wall, Hannah O’Donohue, Niamh Whalley and Ella Dolan.

Students Raise Funds For Cystic Fibrosis Class 2B in Malahide Community School recently raised €250 for Cystic Fibrosis research and facilities at Beaumont Hospital. A charity chosen by the students research team, was part of their Junior Certificate Action Project following an inspirational talk which brought to light how many people need organ donors. With permission from their year head Mrs. Garvey, and School Principal Mrs Patricia McDonagh, these second year students put together an excellent event and all for such a great cause. Each student put in a lot of hard work and dedication with the organisation, research and planning of this charity event. The students spent a few weeks prior to the event working on ways in which to advertise the event around the school and worked very hard on coming up with individual ideas, unique to their own cake sale in comparison to others. Students catered for special eating needs, such as gluten free options, and even took

into consideration those who gave up chocolate for Lent. The research team had the difficult and very challenging task of delving deep into the long list of charities that need organ donors after the inspiration they got from their guest speaker, local Senator Darragh O’Brien (FF). He kindly gave up

his time to come into their CSPE class and give a talk on democracy. O’Brien also discussed his continuous work towards everyone carrying an organ donor card in this country, which took place earlier in the school year. The charity cake sale was a huge success thanks to the generous students, parents/guardians, teachers, management and entire school community at Malahide.

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Swords Couple’s Box Of Kindness The generosity of a Swords couple to provide much needed help for people in Uganda, is having a very beneficial

effect on people in the African country. Tony and Terri Burke decided to send boxes of goodies and affordable

Pictured are Tony and Terri Burke and their daughter, Jovia with the box of goodies and the prams which will be shipped out to Uganda.

items to people working in an orphanage in Kampala, capital of Uganda, and they have been doing so for the past few years. Terri explained to the County Leader about how they came to be involved in this selfless act of kindness. “When we adopted our daughter, Jovia (5) from the Sanyu Baby’s Home in Kampala, we were immediately struck by the plight of the mamas, who are the people who look after the orphans at the Sanyu. They work tirelessly and are so kind to the children. They get very little pay for their hard work, and we decided that we would help them out in whatever way we could, in thanks for the way they looked after Jovia and the other children,” she said. They decided to send boxes of non-perishable goods, just for the mamas to enjoy. These typically include footwear and

New Den For Portmarnock Scout Group After six years of campaigning and fundraising, the sod was turned recently for the building of the new Scout and Guide centre in Portmarnock. Minister James Reilly and an entourage of local councillors turned up for the event, with lots of parents and a token representation of Scouts and Guides which made the day a great event for all. Scout leader, James O’Connor, the driving force behind the project, formally welcomed Minister Reilly and began by giving some background information about the formation of the den committee and hard work to reach this stage of the development. “It’s like a dream come true,” Peter O’Kelly, Scout Group Leader told the County Leader. “There were many times when our den committee felt like throwing in the towel, but with perseverance and the support of the people of

Portmarnock, we have finally reached our goal.” “The centre will take 44 weeks to build and when completed will be of huge benefit to the 240 Guides and Scouts already in the groups and will afford lots more to be taken from our waiting lists,” he explained. “Local people too, may use the facility when not in use and it is hoped that groups from abroad may come in summer time for their annual activities.” Minister Reilly in his speech, confessed to never having been in the scouts, but made reference to his son who was a scout and who is autistic. He said that he had no doubt that scouting had done wonderful things towards the development of his son and thanked the leaders for their great work and commitment to young people. ‘Of course, we still have a long way to go financially,” Peter continued. “Our fundraising will be ongoing.”

Pictured here is Minister James Reilly together with Peter O'Kelly, Guide leader Mary Mc Hale, some local councillors, all accompanied by members of the Scout and Guide groups.

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By Patrick Finnegan items of clothing and jewellery that the mamas are unfamiliar with and are very grateful for. “Even the most basic items that we take for granted here, are regarded as luxuries in Kampala,” said Tony. Terri added, “If I see shoes in Penneys, for example that cost €2 per pair, I will buy 60 pairs. Our friends are always on the lookout for bargains and we snap them up.

There is no problem with getting the items for shipping, but the cost of shipping is very prohibitive. I would like to thank Ian Hunter and Deirdre King from the Pavilions Shopping Centre, who donated €250 towards the cost of the shipment. Also Pat Byrne from DHL is great at organising the shipments for us,” said Terri. Both Tony and Terri have been to Kampala several times since Jovia was adopted, and they are already planning another trip there in the near future.

Rush Students Win Top Prizes In Art Competition Five local students from Rush have won top prizes in this year’s 60th Texaco Children’s Art Competition. In the 9-11 years age category, third prize (€150 Art and Hobby gift voucher) was won by 10-year-old Maia McCann, from The Art Academy, Rush for her work entitled ‘White Dove’. Maia was a Special Merit Award winner in 2012. Another winner was Bailey Jones, also from The Art Academy, Rush who won second prize in the 7-8 years age category for his creative study of three owls entitled ‘Feathered Friends’. Other local winners, all of whom will receive a

Maia McCann (10) with her prizewinning work entitled ‘White Doves’ with her sister Amber, father Bobby, mother Debrah and brother Luca.

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Swords Needs Another Second Level School Devitt Independent councillor in the upcoming local elections, Anne Devitt (NP), is calling on the Department of Education to finalise the purchase of school campus at Mooretown in Swords. “There are currently 3,500 children attending primary schools, and a total of 2,400 places in the four secondary schools in the town. That leaves a gap and demand for 1,100 places at second level immediately,” Devitt explained to the Cllr. Devitt County Leader. “I challenge the Minister’s suggestion that there is a spike this year in those looking for places at Holy Family school,” she continued. The deal is agreed for the school site, it needs to be finalised and let construction start,” she continued. “The child population of Swords is increasing and I am calling on the Minister to act immediately to avoid a crisis in our secondary schools. It is a basic requirement of sustainable communities that we can educate our children within our own community,” Devitt concluded.

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A Trip To Wonderland For Skerries Students Recently, Transition Year (TY) students made history in Skerries Community College by putting on a production of Alice in Wonderland, the first time the Transition Years have produced a play in the history of the TY Programme. Aisling Brennan and Gillian Monaghan were the directing teachers, and

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on the role of the Mad Hatter. Sara Price as the Red Queen and Sorcha Donnolly as the White Queen showcased their acting talents,” teacher Aisling told the County Leader. “Whether through the acting, artistic, backstage or production, the students involved did themselves proud with a very enjoyable evening,” she said.

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Paralympic Champion Presents Awards to Swords Students

Pictured at the Mental Health Sports Seminar are, Joey Boland (Dublin hurling star), Adrian Henchy (Fianna Fail local election candidate and sports coach), Fiona Coghlan (Ireland's Ladies 6 Nations rugby captain), Lisa Jacob (Irish hockey star), Brent Pope (Rugby pundit) and Darragh Moloney (RTE sports commentator)

Henchy Organises Mental Health Awareness Evening ‘Let’s Talk Mental Health and Sport’ was the theme at the recent Mental Health Awareness evening at Kettles Hotel in Rolestown, with over 120 people attending. It was a very successful event, hosted by wellknown RTE presenter, Darragh Moloney. The event was organised by Fianna Fail election candidate, Adrian Henchy, who is a Community Mental Health Nurse, and a community volunteer. He told the County Leader: “Make no mistake, mental health is the single biggest issue for our community today. It was important to find a way to get this topic out in the open and also to help people understand the role sport can play in achieving good mental and physical well-being.” “We had a fantastic panel of

speakers on the night with rugby analyst, Brent Pope, All-Star Dublin footballer, Paul Flynn, Dublin hurler, Joey Boland, Ladies Grand Slam rugby winning captain, Fiona Coghlan and Irish hockey international, Lisa Jacob.” He continued. “It was a privilege to hear each speaker talk candidly about mental health, their own experiences, and the role of sport in developing one’s physical, psychological and emotional wellbeing.” Henchy closed the event by reminding everybody that “this mental health event is only the start of a much longer conversation. There is a lot more to be discussed and we need to keep talking about mental health, until everybody knows that it is okay to talk about mental health.”

Over 200 students were presented with certificates in the Carnegie Hotel in Swords by Paralympic medal winner, and Swords lady, Catherine Walsh. Minister for Health, James Reilly TD also attended the event to show his support and congratulate all of the students receiving their awards. Students from Swords were presented with FETAC certificates and awards following the completion of a range of courses designed to support people to enter into, or return to employment or progress to further education. The vocational programmes, which are funded by the Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education Training Board (DDLETB) include Fresh Start, IT with Office Skills, Fast Track to Employment, Vocational Skills Foundation. Catherine, who won a silver medal at the London 2012 Paralympics, told the County Leader, “I would like to congratulate each and every one of the students here today on receiving their certificates. I know from my experience competing the effort it takes to win, so for those of you who had to over-

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come various challenges and barriers to get to where you are this evening, it’s a fantastic achievement and I say well done on what you have achieved. I would like to wish each of the students the very best of luck in that next step.” Also speaking at the presentation ceremony, Minister Reilly congratulated the students receiving their awards and wished them well in the future.

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Balbriggan Historical Society Talk Balbriggan Historical Society are taking a leap back in time 1,000 years to be precise, to the Battle of Clontarf, which was a momentous event in Ireland’s history. The talk, entitled The Battle of Clontarf, 1014, in Irish history and legend, will take place on Wednesday, 30th April at 8pm in the Town Hall, Balbriggan. It will be presented by the eminent Professor of History (from NUI Maynooth), Colm Lennon, and is an event not to be missed.

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Fingal Mayor’s Economic Conference at The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown on Wednesday 16th April 2014

Jennifer McKenna with Ian Hunter, Swords Pavilions

Chris Harmon, President Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce and Tony Doyle

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The Mayor’s Economic Conference was held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown on Wednesday, 16th April last. It was hosted by County Mayor, Cllr Kieran Dennison, who spoke about Working Together for Economic Success. It aimed to shine a spotlight on the changing roles and responsibilities of Local Government in respect of Economic Development. These changes are very real and their impact should be felt by the business community across all sectors and locations. He said that the North County has much to be proud of, and is Ireland’s fastest growing county in both economic and population terms, with foreign direct investment levels higher here than in any other area in Ireland. He also spoke about healthy local communities that are underpinned by vibrant and sustainable local economies. Other speakers included Ethna Felten, Director of Economic Development at the County Council, County Manager, Paul Reid and Patricia Swords, DSP, Joe Gavin, Blanchardstown Shopping Centre and Attracta Duran, DSP Oisin Geoghegan, the County Council’s Head of Local Enterprise. County Manager, Paul Reid explained that our vision for Economic Development is evolving. It will continue to adapt, evolve and change to meet the changing needs of the county. “Our desire to work collaboratively with the business community ensures that your voice, your input and your ideas can and will be heard by our team,” he said. Following this, Oisin Geoghegan spoke about how the Local Enterprise Office will further enhance the services and supports experienced by the business community, particularly the SME sectors, and how the new LEO can provide support for new business in the area. Other topics addressed by various speakers included ways to enhance business, including how Fingal Data can set your business apart and how developing an entrepreneurial ecosystem is everyone’s responsibility. Paul Reid, Fingal County Manager with Cathal Boland

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Kelleher Plans To Deliver Better Quality Of Life Long standing County councillor, Tom Kelleher (Lab) has signalled his intention to run again in the upcoming local elections for Swords, and is determined to continue his good work for residents in the area. When asked what difference he will make if elected, Kelleher has very definite plans to make the region a better place to live. He told the County Leader, “I’ve been a councillor for 23 years and I enjoy working on behalf of residents, trying to improve the quality of life for people

living in Swords and it’s home, working and environs. As a Council, socialising in their we have achieved quite a communities. “If elected, I would see my lot in the past brief as creating few years, opportunities in despite the fiscal the North County problems that to enable these we have encounpeople to return.” tered. The North he said. County is a great Another area of place to work great interest for and live, and we have managed to Cllr. Kelleher Kelleher is in improving the maintain a good infrastructure, with the quality of life of our roads in decent condi- senior citizens. “There’s tion.” Kelleher is very a very strong age mindful of the young friendly initiative in people, who have been which I am involved the forced to emigrate in through search of employment, Development Board. I who would rather be at would like to continue

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29.04.2014 doing this work, age proofing what we do and how we present our streets and footpaths and business premises, so that our older citizens, who may be challenged visually or in mobility terms, can go about their daily lives safely.” As a schoolteacher, I am also very conscious about securing the best possible facilities for our school going population, and I will use my position on the Council, to make sure that, as much as possible is available to promote a healthy lifestyle and a better education standard in the area,” he said.

Special Trust Launched For Inspiring Skerries Woman A special trust has been set up to help raise vital funds for a Skerries woman who has an extremely rare form of cancer. The Caring For Caroline Medical Trust was officially launched just recently, to offer support to Caroline Fagan-Heyenga, from Skerries, who suffers from Metastatic Follicular Thyroid Carcinoma. This local lady is a remarkable woman, who has gone through quite a journey to get to where she is today, and is still fighting her illness with remarkable strength. It was at the tender age of nine when she was first diagnosed with Follicular Thyroid Carcinoma, and now at 32 is still fighting. For over 21 years, she has fought many tumours, and she is still constantly looking (and often trying out) new forms of treatment today, often flying to the USA and other places, as well as getting many treatments in Ireland for this rare disease. The trust was initially set up as a self-funding trust by Caroline’s family in order to raise funds for her treatments (particularly for the latest innov-

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DONABATE • Demanding a greater police presence on the peninsula • To continue to enhance community and school facilities • To insist the Coastal Walkway connects directly to Donabate Village and to protect our beaches against coastal erosion • To provide badly needed youth facilities locally

SWORDS • To enhance the appearance of Main Street and provide a centralised Swords bus service for the outskirts • To enhance mental health provision and services • To establish a third level institution in the town • To ensure planning promotes community, educational and social provision

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ative treatments in the States),and to generate support and awareness for the rare cancer, and now it has truly taken on a life of its own, supported by various public figures here in Ireland and beyond. Esteemed actor Stephen Rea from Donabate and broadcaster Jenny Buckley officially launched the Trust recently, which has already received support from Irish rugby stars including Rob Kearney, Mike Ross, Dave Kearney and Paddy Jackson. Speaking to the County Leader, Caroline’s brother, Richard said the Caroline was doing great, and that the trust had really taken on a new life since it was set up. “What we found since setting the trust up, is that it’s offering a great support network to those who have rare cancers, which we obviously think is fantastic.” “Caroline throughout Caroline Fagan - Heyenga her life, has always been so positive and is doing really well.” She is married to John Heyenga, and has two children; three year old Katie, and two year old Claire. “We’re delighted that the trust has been received so positively and want to thank everybody for their support,” he continued. Richard said that Caroline had also become a role model of sorts for others. “We’ve been hearing from others who have rare cancer, who want to speak with her to hear her story.”

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Knocksedan Residents Frustrated At Lack Of Footpath According to independent candidate in the local elections, Justin Sinnott (Ind), residents of Knocksedan estate in Swords, have been lobbying for a footpath, from their estate, to the adjoining pathway towards Swords Manor. However, the County Council has so far, refused to undertake this work, citing lack of funds as the principal reason. Sinnott, told the County Leader,

Swords,” says Sinnott. He continued, “There are real safety concerns for anyone travelling on foot from Knocksedan. People can choose to walk along a very “Residents were narrow unlit road, with dismayed by this no grass verge, which response, as the has a reasonable Council had volume of previously traffic, or they provided a footcan choose to path to the cut through the entrance of the Ward Valley and nearby Keelings across private factory, to allow lands, to avoid safe passage for Justin Sinnott having to walk their employees. on the road.” However, it has failed “The legitimate safety to provide safe concerns of passage for Knocksedan residents Knocksedan residents, are being overlooked. who remain isolated The Council should be from the rest of aware of the dangers

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arising from the absence of a lit footpath from Knocksedan, so it is difficult to comprehend why this is not a priority. I am fully in support of residents on this issue, and I intend to fight for this project to happen and it will be a priority of mine, if I am elected in May. These residents have paid significant property taxes, so they should see those taxes being spent on projects that will improve their area. This proposed path is one such project. Residents need a path and they need to know that their children are safe when walking. Using funding as an excuse is simply not good enough,” said Sinnott.

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

Swords Celebrates Contd. from page 1 The Friday night Fire and Torch Parade included re-enactors marching down Main Street by torch-light, carrying the body of Brian Boru to Swords Town Park. One hundred fire brandishing Vikings carried Brian Boru’s remains through Swords and handed them over to the Monks and Archbishop of Armagh, in a theatrical reenactment of the real events that happened in Swords after Brian’s defeat at the Battle of Clontarf. This noisy and dramatic reenactment was followed immediately by a firework display at Swords Castle and Town Park, over the Viking village. Many locals got into the spirit of the things, by coming dressed as a Viking or Irish warrior, and some even grew, knitted or made their own beards.

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Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce is celebrating 20 years of supporting business in the community, and in that time, it has been widely accepted as being instrumental in reinvigorating and shaping the business landscape, as we know it in the region today. The Chamber has played a very prominent role in attracting foreign companies to locate in the North County, by taking advantage of the area's excellent infrastructure and road network system, that is the envy of the entire country. Allied to this, is the fact that the main Irish international airport is located here, which forms the gateway to the region as well as the proximity to the capital city. These major advantages have been utilised in a very business-like way by the Chamber, working with other agencies, to attract the finest multinational companies to locate here, thus generating a commercial hub that is second to none. The recent expansion of the Chamber to incorporate the D15 Chamber under the one banner, means that entire Fingal region now has one of the finest business networks in the country. This merger of the two chambers has been a landmark event, with the consequent lucrative spin-off for the local economy, through job creation

and the development of the services industry. The entire North County Dublin/Fingal region is viewed as a most desirable location for foreign direct investment, as well as indigenous business, and the Chamber is now the accredited Chamber for the entire Fingal region and stretches from Blanchardstown in the west, to Swords, Malahide and Howth in the east, and Balbriggan in the north. Fingal Dublin Chamber delivers value to itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s members, through a variety of opportunities to network, connect and engage with each other. As the region's largest business organisation, they also provide advice, support, referrals and representation to help businesses grow and develop. They host a variety of 'After 6' Networking events, business breakfasts and lunches, where business leaders are invited to gather together and share common strands, where business opportunities are spawned and new friendships are forged. Continued on page 12

Message from President of Fingal Dublin Chamber

Siobhan Kinsella As the 11th President of the Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce, I am particularly pleased and indeed honoured to be leading the celebrations of the 20th Year of the Chamber. It is my hope and my commitment to build on the outstanding foundations that the Chamber has created over the past twenty years and to grow the Chamber's relevance and influence in the business community, with the support of a professional and energetic staff, together with the strong group of Council members who ensure that the work of the Chamber creates great value for our members. The Chamber has always been to the fore in promoting the economic development of the region, by ensuring only the best infrastructure in our road networks and public services, the continued development of Dublin Airport, improved education facilities and workforce development. We know it is only through a strong commitment to quality and excellence in business that we will succeed in our goals. The Chamber is very proud of our excellent relationships with local and national government, particularly so with Fingal County Council, with whom the Chamber has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for those who live, work and stay in Fingal. We will continue to build on these relationships into the future.

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tion to their large number of member companies, Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce has relationships with local, regional and national government and can help businesses to get the commercial

information needed and to connect to the right people to help their businesses. The emphasis on making sure that foreign companies invest, not only in Ireland, but particularly in Fingal, is

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exemplified by the fact that Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce and South Dublin Chamber of Commerce are organising the First Inter-Business Organisation Trade Mission to Manchester. This Chamber Trade Mission, which is supported by Fingal County Council, will take place on Wednesday, 7th and Thursday, 8th May next. Chamber President, Siobhan Kinsella and CEO, Tony Lambert will be joined by Fingal County Manager, Paul Reid and Fingal Director of E c o n o m i c Development, Ethna Felten, who will be joined by local companies to fly the flag for the region. This is one of the most eagerly awaited events on the Chamber's calendar, which will present the opportunity to meet local businesses and

network with business leaders, and plan how to evaluate and progress business ideas. The Chamber, along with Fingal County Council

also participates in the international trade programme, called Ireland Gateway to Europe. This is a not-forprofit collaborative initiative to assist

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Swords & District Chamber of Commerce held its first Business & Christoph Mueller Social Networking event on 4th May 1994, in the Forte Crest Hotel Dublin Airport (now the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport). Over 150 people from the business and political communities attended the evening, which was addressed by Bernie Cahill, Executive Chairman, Aer Lingus. To commemorate this special event, the Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a network evening in early May with guest speaker, Christoph Mueller, Chief Executive, Aer Lingus in the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport.

Message from Fingal County Manager

Paul Reid It’s particularly fitting that Fingal County Council shares it’s 20 year anniversary with Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce in 2014. We offer the Chamber and all its members our sincere congratulations and good wishes for continued good work on behalf of Fingal’s business community. Over the past 20 years, this Council has supported the Chamber in it’s wide range of activities to network, connect and engage the diverse and active business community across Fingal. We’ve see both the County and the Chamber grow from strength to strength during that time, and some of the world’s leading companies included in the 5,500 businesses that have chosen to base themselves in Fingal. Many of these companies are important members of the Fingal Dublin Chamber. On the edge of our capital, with Dublin International Airport gateway at its heart and direct access to Ireland and Europe’s road and rail transport network, Fingal is Ireland’s fastest growing county in economic and population terms and an excellent place to do business. As the accredited Chamber for the entire Fingal Region, stretching from Blanchardstown in the west to Swords, Malahide and Howth in the east and Balbriggan in the north, the firm belief in Fingal’s great potential has always been at the heart of the Fingal Dublin Chamber and informed it’s diverse programme of advice, support, referrals and representation to help it’s members to grow and develop in business, in Ireland and internationally. Along with the Fingal Dublin Chamber, Fingal County Council is looking

forward with strong ambition for Fingal to be the leader in Ireland’s economic recovery, and we will work together to do all we can to support and encourage job creation in the county. The recent announcement by the The Irish Technology Leadership Group (ITLG) in Palo Alto, California, that the 2015 ITLG Silicon Valley Global Technology Summit will be hosted by Dublin Fingal Region, in partnership with Fingal County Council, Dublin City University, Institute of Technology Blanchardstown and Fingal Dublin Chamber in May 2015, is a great coup for both the Fingal Dublin Chamber and the Council and another vote of confidence in Fingal as a prime investment location. Since my appointment, I have engaged strongly with the Chamber. I look forward with anticipation to more great opportunities like these to promote Fingal to the business community at home and abroad, and to continue to develop our strong relationship with the Fingal Dublin Chamber as it grows into the future.

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Message from Chief Executive Fingal Dublin Chamber

Tony Lambert In 1994, the Swords & District Chamber of Commerce was formed to deal with many critical issues that were facing the area at that time. With a small group of 35 committed business men and women, the Chamber started on a journey to promote and grow the economic development of the area. Over the next twenty years, the Chamber has grown to represent over 350 businesses representing every economic activity sector. The Chamber has increased its influence and continues to drive the business agenda for the Fingal and Greater Dublin Region. We have grown our international trade supports through better export documentation services, creating new contact opportunities for companies coming into the region, while assisting local companies to export their products and services. The journey continues with improved services for supporting start-up businesses with advice, connecting our members with other potential customers and suppliers and organising more innovative opportunities for Members to meet and do business. In 2014, the future is promising and the Chamber is looking forward to meeting the challenges that are ahead. We will continue to provide the business community with strong leadership and a strengthened commitment to excellence in everything we do.

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years in existence, started life as Swords and District Chamber, at a time when the business scene was far removed from where it is now. Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert spoke about how this organisation developed from humble beginnings, to becoming the commercial powerhouse that it is today. "In 1994, it became obvious that business people in Swords needed a strong organisation to promote the area - not alone Swords town, but the whole region. The result was that 35 business people came together in March 1994 to form the Swords and District Chamber of Commerce. The district part refers to Dublin Airport, as well as other outlying areas of Swords,' he said. "In the early 2000's, the name changed to Swords Fingal Chamber, to better reflect the wider representation of businesses that were members of the Chamber. This continued for a number of years, until we formed the Fingal Dublin Chamber and, with the merger with the D15 Chamber, we became a stronger, more representative organisation, with companies from throughout Fingal and the greater Dublin region." Lambert continued, "The Chamber is a very broad representative organisation, which has to be agile in

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Ian Talbot Twenty years is a significant milestone in the life of a company. In Chamber time it is just the beginning. I write to compliment Fingal Dublin Chamber President, Siobhán Kinsella, its Chief Executive and driving force, Tony Lambert, their board and the Chamber members for their collective efforts to support the development of Fingal, as a wonderful area in which to invest, live and build a business. Working together with key stakeholders in Fingal, particularly the County Council and successive County Managers from Willie Soffe through to new incumbent, Paul Reid, Fingal Dublin Chamber has set the bar in what an appropriately structured, focussed and led Chamber can achieve, regionally, nationally and indeed internationally. From providing key networking opportunities, through to supporting the development of new enterprise in Fingal, this Chamber has shown the way for other Chambers around Ireland to follow. In the international context alone, Fingal Dublin Chamber plays a vital role in supporting exporters through the timely provision of documentation and technical support for businesses selling overseas. From first time exporters, through to seasoned multinational firms, Fingal Dublin Chamber will step up these activities further in 2015, when it hosts tech leaders from Silicon Valley and beyond with the Irish Technology Leadership Group's meeting in Ireland in 2015. I know that the Chamber also works closely with Fingal County Council in fostering international trade relationships with other markets in the US, Europe and Asia. The Fingal Business Excellence Awards play a vital role in recognising business leaders in Fingal, while also fostering links and connections. This is highly appropriate given that Fingal represents the new Ireland in terms of demography, openness, cultural mix and world class leisure, entertainment, infrastructure and education facilities - facilities that are the envy of many around Ireland. Finally, as a stalwart member of the Board of Chambers Ireland, Fingal Dublin Chamber Chief Executive, Tony Lambert is a vital sounding board for the executive in Chambers Ireland to ensure that we, the national representative office of Chambers, are continually focussed on delivering for our affiliated Chambers. I salute Siobhán, Tony and the wider team for their achievement and trust that they are laying the foundations for the growth and development of the Chamber for the next 20 years. Congratulations to Fingal Dublin Chamber from

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responding to the needs and wants of the membership, which change all the time. We lobby and advocate for the business

community, across all sectors, including tourism, industry, retail and services. We promote regional business and

economic development and we have to ensure that the Chamber remains a strong organisation. The Chamber built a strong foun-

dation in it's early years and from this, we have grown the Chamber to continue to make it relevant to the business community today," he said. One of the highlights of the Chamber's year is the annual Fingal Business Excellence Awards, which celebrate business excellence in the region. These awards were instituted in 2002 and pay tribute to the talent, drive, innovation and success of the business community in the area. Contd. on page 18

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attended and eagerly anticipated by all. A highlight of the Awards night is the presentation of the JC Savage Business Person of the Year award. This award was instituted in 2010, in memory of JC Savage, who was a founding member of the Chamber back in 1994. To honour his memory, the Chamber created this award, which is presented to a business person who had been a 'champion of success' in their

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own business, creating high standards of business excellence and achievement, while making a significant contribution to the North C o u n t y Dublin/Fingal region. The first winner of the award was Swords based entrepreneur, Michael Dawson, CEO of One4All Gift V o u c h e r s . S u b s e q u e n t winners have included Michael Hoey of Country Crest, Caroline Keeling of Keelings and Michael Wright of the Wright Bar Group. A great boost is the presence of Dublin Airport in the heart of the region. It is the largest economic development zone, not only in the area, but in the entire country, providing more than 12,000 direct jobs, and an additional 30,000 indirect jobs. The Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) have always supported and worked closely with the Chamber, on driving the busi-

ness agenda for the region. The North County Dublin/Fingal region has a major retail shopping

sector and the development of four significant shopping centres, has changed the face of retail in the area. The Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords, Millfield Shopping Centre in Balbriggan, Airside Retail Park in Swords and Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, provide a combined total of approximately 7,500 jobs in the area. Together with the wide array of shops in the towns and villages in the region, they provide for the shopping needs of people locally and beyond.

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Congratulations to Tony and his team on your 20th year from The JC Savage Business Person Of The Year award was instituted in 2010 in memory of JC Savage who was a founding member of the chamber. They are part of the Fingal Dublin Chamber Business Excellence awards which have been running since 2002. Pictured above is the current holder of the prestigous award, Michael Wright.

Fingal Dublin Chamber hosts many Networking Events throughout the year. Pictured at a recent Chamber Breakfast Networking event were Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber), Michael Hoey (Country Crest) and Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber)

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is a great place to do business. The area is renowned for strong business leadership and inspiring innovation in technology, manufacturing, avia-

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Pictured at the launch of the First Inter-Business Organisation Trade Mission to Manchester, including Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce, South Dublin Chamber, Irish Exporters Association and British Irish Chamber of Commerce were, Hugh Kelly (Vice-President, Irish Exporters Association), John O'Farrell (South Dublin Chamber of Commerce), Steve Aiken (CEO, British Irish Chamber of Commerce), Minister Brian Hayes T.D., Ambassador Dominick Chilcott, Rebecca Wardell (Deputy Director UK Trade & Investment, British Embassy), Peter Byrne (CEO, South Dublin Chamber of Commerce), Conor Fahy (Regional Director, Enterprise Ireland) and Tony Lambert (CEO, Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce). The Chamber has already participated in two recent successful trade missions to San Francisco.

tion, financial services, logistics and distribution, quality of food, tourism and hospitality. Fingal is regarded as a 'cando' area, with a diverse local economy and an outstanding quality of work life balance for the people who live and work in the region.

It is also the home to some of the best and most outstanding multinational companies from across the world, that have chosen this region to invest in and to create jobs for the welleducated and skilled workforce, in what is Ireland's fastest growing local authority area with

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Chamber Presidents 1994-1996...........Tony Lambert 1996-1998...........David Donnelly 1998-1999...........Pat McNamara 1999-2000 ..........Vincent Shannon 2001-2004 ..........Pat McNamara 2000-2001 .........Helen Dunne 2004-2005..........Catriona O'Leary 2005-2006..........Declan Monaghan 2006-2008..........Francis Whelan 2008-2010 ..........Andrew O'Neill 2010-2013...........Siobhan O'Donnell 2013-Present ......Siobhan Kinsella Congratulations on the 20th Anniversary from

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Chamber Lunch & Learn

Earlier this month, the Chamber launched its new ‘Lunch & Learn’ Network for Business Owners and Managers in the Fingal area. This new ‘Lunch & Learn’ network, in association with leading business coaching and training provider, Business Coaching Ireland, provides a forum for business owners and managers in the region to meet informally once a month for an hour and a half, enjoy soup and sandwiches, and discuss new strategies and ideas to maximise business potential. It is also a valuable opportunity to meet and build new business relationships. Each meeting includes education and interactive discussions covering key subject matter to build knowledge, profit and business. The inaugural ‘Lunch & Learn’ meeting took place on Tuesday, 1st April with the topic , ‘5 Secrets to increasing your Sales and Profits’. Pictured at the first of Fingal Dublin Chamber's Lunch and Learn Network events at the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport were Paul Fagan, Business Coaching Ireland, Sue Griffiths, Advertising Sales Manager, North County Leader, Andrea Molloy, Sales and Marketing Manager, Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport and Tony Lamber, CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber

Liberty Insurance and Mallinckrodt Medical Imaging, MSD, PayPal, QLogic, Regus

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This is in addition to the large diversified range of indigenous companies here, which provide services to businesses and consumers. Swords & District Chamber of Commerce held its first Business & Social Networking event on 4th May 1994, in the Forte Crest Hotel Dublin Airport (now the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport).

Over 150 people from the business and political communities attended the evening, which was addressed by Bernie Cahill, E x e c u t i v e Chairman, Aer Lingus. To commemorate this special event, the Fingal Dublin Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a network evening in early May with guest speaker, Christoph

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Mueller, Chief Executive, Aer Lingus in the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport. The team at Fingal Dublin Chamber is recognised as one of the best in the country and stand ready to help you and your business. The Chamber provides a fully staffed office and members can use the resources of the Chamber office and their website (www.fingaldublinchamber.ie) to learn more about how the Chamber works to promote and sustain business. The twenty-three member Chamber Council meets monthly to work on strategies and poli-

cies to improve the value of Chamber membership to members, including frequent networking events in different locations throughout the Chamber area. Members receive invitations to all Chamber events many of which are free. There is little doubt that Fingal Dublin Chamber has had an hugely beneficial effect on the business scene in the county, and the large membership of the organisation, many of whom have experienced the benefits of mentoring and support, is testament to it's continuing success.

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New Season At Swords Pavilions The Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords want to put a spring in your step with the latest summer shapes. Join them for their “Hello New Season” Spring/Summer 2014 catwalk fashion shows on Saturday, 3rd and Sunday, 4th May. There will be four fashion shows

per day in the centre mall every hour from 1pm to 4pm. Sweet Nails will be in the centre on Saturday, 3rd May, upper level outside Dunnes Stores, to pamper the under 12’s - 1pm to 3pm. Assets Model agency will also be “scouting” for models so come along and talk to the experts both days from 1pm to 4pm. So whether it’s to brighten up your look or check out all those summer shapes make sure you come along to Swords Pavilions this Bank Holiday weekend.

Top Nosh At Bracken Grill Casey Gibson (7) from Kinsealy was one of the winners of the Easter Egg hunt at the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords on Easter Saturday, 19th April last. A delighted Casey is pictured here with her mother, Mary Gibson and Deirdre King, Commercial Manager, Pavilions Shopping Centre.

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The Bracken Grill Steak and Seafood Restaurant, located at the Bracken Court Hotel in Balbriggan, is the newest restaurant in the town, and is quickly establishing a reputation for excellent food and

value for money. It serves a wide variety of bar food all day long, with the grill opening from 5pm every evening and is rapidly becoming one of the best places to eat, not only in Balbriggan, but in the North County area. Bracken Grill offers an excellent choice on their evening menu, and you can choose from the extensive a la carte, or set menu options. The talented chefs use only the finest seasonal ingredients, to ensure that their customers enjoy a dining experience to remember. The man in the kitchen, who has made a differ-

ence is Noel Marrey, who started his career in Roly’s Bistro, before he spent several years in some of the top restaurants in Scotland and Australia. He then spent time in both Portmarnock Hotel and Dunboyne Castle before taking up his position in the Bracken Court. The menu is a three course set menu for €25, with small supplements on some dishes. Main courses offer a choice of steak, pan fried cod fillet, bangers and mash or roast crispy duck. The wine list is extensive and reasonably priced.

Balbriggan Guide Dogs Receive Generous Donation Tesco Extra Balbriggan has donated €1,500 between three local good causes, as part of its “Tesco Supporting Our Community” initiative. The charities are Irish Guide Dogs branch in Balbriggan, who got €675, Remember Us, who got €525 and O’Dwyer’s GAA Club, who received €300. Customers are given a token at the checkout every time they shop in the store and then place that token in the box allotted to their favoured local good causes. At the end of every sixweek period, the number of tokens

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Local Fianna Fail election candidate for Swords, John Hennessy, has lashed out at the County Council for failing to provide adequate protection for walkers, beside what he calls, a “toxic pond’ in Swords. The pond is located close to an office complex in Airside Business Park, adjacent to the new Ryanair building, where people walk their dogs on a regular basis. Hennessy told the County Leader, “I was contacted by a few people out walking their dogs, who complained about the toxic smell that emanated from the pond. They were very concerned about the area and wanted something to be done. On top of this, there are unsightly, discarded supermarket trolleys dumped there. There is a real pungent smell and my concern is for kids playing here in the summer. If one of them falls in here, he’s in real trouble,” said Hennessy. “Any kind of toxicity is very

received by each good cause is counted and the €1,500 store fund is distributed proportionally to the good causes. Every six weeks, three new local good causes are nominated, thus giving more local groups the opportunity to receive funding. Pictured here is Sandra Behan, Lisa Mc Evoy Tescos, Eva West and dog Parker, Mick Mc Grane Asst, ManagerTesco , Breege O Neill and dog Unis, Debbie Myler Deputy Manager Tesco Tom O Neill and Gatsby and Aidan Smith Chariman at the Texco Extra Balbriggan Supporting Cummunity Champions Cheque Presentations.

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dangerous for the environment, where it can seep into drinking water. The primary responsibility of any local authority is to ensure that these kind of hazardous areas are not allowed to develop, where there’s a danger to the public, and this is a clear danger to the public,” he said. “I am now calling on the Council, if it belongs to them, to clean it up, or to find out who owns it and to use their powers under the Environmental Protection Act to clear it up very quickly. It’s in our area and needs to be attended to, before a tragic accident happens here,” he said.

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Lourdes Pilgrimage For Malahide Parish The 2014 pilgrimage to Lourdes for Portmarnock, Kinsealy, Yellow Walls, Malahide parishes will take place from Tuesday 1st July to Sunday 6th July (five nights). Hotel: Saint Sauveur (beside Grotto). The theme is: Lourdes, the Joy of Conversion. Price €699 plus €20 Tax (sharing). Spiritual Director: Fr. Peter O’Connor P.P. For more details, please phone Pauline Geoghegan on 0876293744

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Swords Celebrates King Brian Boru

Swords boy Brian Finnegan, is pictured with 'Vikings' Hannah Clara Gaynor, Hollie Erskine, Tracy Carroll and dogs, Mr Darcy and Baby Keelagh

Rebecca Banbrick, Maedbh Dunne and Caoimhe Kearns are pictured enjoying the parade

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Jessica Dunne, Louise Richardson and Ellen Boylan at the parade

Amado Hidalgo from Spain, with his sons Marcos and Mateo Hidalgo

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Taylor Bruton from Swords is pictured with Viking, Russ Scott, at the Viking Village in Swords Town Park

Waiting for the torchlit parade are the McGlade family from Swords, Eamon, Fiona and children Orla, Brian and Finn

Welsh Vikings, Ross Scott and Liz Scott

Solomon, Levi, Moses, Cherry, Jayne and Juliette Harley are pictured at the Viking Village in Swords Town Park

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Recent published deaths from the North County MORRIS, Skerries, Co. Dublin and late of Templeogue, (late of Morris Enterprises and Bright Ideas, Skerries) 23rd April 2014. Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Bernard (Barry) now reunited with his wife Bernie, sadly missed by his daughters, Patrice, Karen and Jackie, six grandchildren, sonsin-law, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. WALSH, Peter (Swords) April 22,2014 (peacefully) at Lusk Community Unit, deeply regretted by his loving sisters Maureen and Betty, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. CROWLEY (nee Glynn) Josephine, (Malahide, Co.

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29.04.2014 tion of a new porch (2.5 sqm) to the front entrance (North elevation) of our existing dwelling at 60 Bunbury Gate Crescent, Swords 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 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.

Elizabeth Brennan intends to apply for planning permission at the Rath, Rolestown, Co. Dublin for a two storey dwelling (231 sq. m.) with render finish and limited natural stone detailing, new vehicular entrance and closure of existing agricultural access, biocycle waste-water treatment unit and polishing filter, single storey domestic garage (49 sq. m.), landscaping and all associated site works. This application is pursuant to and consistent with Local Objective No. 260 of the Fingal Development Plan 2011-2017: 'Provide for a single dwelling sensitively designed subject to a requirement of occupancy of seven years upon the applicant'. The planning application may be inspected or purchased a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Fingal County Council Bryan and Carmel Wallace seeks planning permission for part single and part 2-storey 3-4 bedroom dwelling, in conjunction with existing garage/store, on existing land at Gath Na Greine, Mountfield, Seamount Road, Malahide, Co. Dublin, by subdivision with a retaining wall and fence and upgrading of vehicular access and gates. 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 of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday - Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Jim, Michael & Peter Browne intend to apply for planning permission at Unit 1, 69 Main Street, Lusk, Co. Dublin for a change of use from approved Class 1 retail use (Reg. Ref. F06A/0300) to coffee shop/cafe/deli use with opening hours of 8am to 11pm, internal alterations (including W.C. facilities, seating area/food display and preparation areas), extraction flue to rear and all ancillary works to facilitate the development. This development is located in an Architectural Conservation Area. The planning application may be inspected or purchased a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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 single storey extension, alterations to existing school and relocation of temporary prefabricated buildings 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 Permission for dormer-type 2 storey dwelling, detached shed and all associated siteworks including temporary wastewater treatment plant at South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. Signed D. & A-M. Hughes. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during the public opening hours of 09.30 -16.30 Mon.-Fri. at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for Construction of new upper storey extension to side, and single storey extension to rear of existing dwelling and associated site works at 28 The Close, Orlynn Park, Lusk, Co. Dublin. signed Gearoid & Evelyn Hennigan. 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 sought for 2 no, 2 storey, 4 bedroom detached houses (house type ‘3’), incorporating 2 no. within curtilage car parking spaces per site, on sites 17 & 21 Sea Brook, Site Fronting Brook Lane, Rush, Co Dublin for Carroll Estates Dublin 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 A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee of 20 euros 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 I James Heffernan intend to apply for planning permission at No.21 Brackenstown Avenue, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a single storey extension to the side of the existing dwelling, consisting of a utility room and W.C., and a single storey sun-room to rear of existing dwelling. 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, Robert & Cliona Brophy, intend to apply for planning permission for an attic conversion including the construction of a small roof dormer to side (West elevation) & 2 no. velux rooflight’s to rear (South elevation) together with the construc-

Fingal County Council We, Edward & Evelyn Conran intend to apply for planning permission to demolish and relocate garden wall at the side 47 Foxwood, Swords.The planned the new wall will be located where the side garden meets the public footpath. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during the public opening hours of 09.30 -16.30 Mon.-Fri. at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Revisions to Planning Application Ref: F13A/0498 to include; Planning permission is sought to demolish existing single storey shed to side of existing dwelling and to build new two storey ‘granny flat’ extension to side / rear of existing dwelling with single storey element to rear. Also for new two storey extension to rear of existing dwelling and to widen existing vehicular entrance to provide for 1 no. additional off street car park space, at 81 Seatown Villas, Swords, Co. Dublin for Ms. Joanne Wilson. Revised plans, in relation to the application have been furnished to the Planning Authority, and are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the office of the authority during its public opening hours. Submissions or observations in relation to the revised plans may be made in writing on payment of a prescribed fee, no later than 2 weeks after receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice with the planning authority. Fingal County Council Retention planning permission and planning permission is sought by Andona Holdings Ltd. at Forrest Great, Cloghran, Swords, Co. Dublin. Retention planning permission is sought for the existing structure and change of use of same to provide for a development in accordance with Local Objective 354 of the Fingal Development Plan 2011-2017 which seeks to “provide for helicopter maintenance and heli-facilities, of a scale and intensity appropriate to the site’s rural location and having regard to the Irish Aviation Authority’s operational and safety issues”. Retention planning permission is also sought for the existing site entrance from the R108 and planning permission is sought for the upgrade of this entrance through the removal of the existing low level stone wall and realignment of existing fence along the R108. Planning permission is also sought for a waste water treatment system, landscaping (site markings) and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We Mr. & Mrs. Irwin intend to apply for Planning Permission at No. 28 Carrickhill Drive, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin. To demolish walls of existing extension to side of house and construct new extension attached to side of house in line with front and rear elevations of house consisting of kitchen toilet and storage area with flat roof finish. 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 St. Swords Co. Dublin during the public opening hours 9-30am 15-30pm Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council I, Alan Hartford intend to apply for planning permission for construction of Anaerobic Digestion Facility comprising of 1 no. Reception Building, 2 nos. Digester Tanks, 1 no. Storage Tank, 3 nos. Silage Clamps, 1 no. Digestate Solid Storage Building, 1 no. Combined Heat and Power Unit, Biofilter, Office & Control room, Weighbridge, Wheel Wash Area, access road, parking spaces, and all associated site works and services at Regeens, Lusk, 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 of 9.30 – 16.30, Monday to Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in

writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Alan Hartford. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by Dominic and Elizabeth Byrne for single storey extension to rear of house at bettyville, ballyboughal. Co. Dublin. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee 20 euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for the removal of existing steel structure and roof to the rear, changes to previously approved planning permission Reg.Ref. F10A/0256 to include construction of new cold room, freezer room, dry goods store and bin store to the rear, the relocation of existing exit door to rear, internal alterations and new shop front to Unit 4, at 14 Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin for Mr. Arif Ahmed. 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 in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We Valerie and Niel O’Keeffe are applying for Permission at 11 South Strand Skerries Co Dublin For the demolition of existing porch area to the front and the construction of a 2 story bay window unit and single story glazed porch area. Together with raising of existing ridge height by approx. 290 mm to match ridge height of House number 9, construction of dormer unit to front roof area and 1 no Velux window. Construction of 1 number dormer unit to extended rear roof area and 1 no Velux window to provide attic level accommodation , proposed extension to first floor bed rooms at rear. Alteration to existing window openings and facades together with proposed single story exempt development of Kitchen and dining room and associated works in rear garden. 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 Organon Ireland Ltd intends on applying for retention planning permission for 2 No. car parks with 92 (52 and 40) car parking spaces on lands to the South of the site at Drynam Road, Swords, Co. Dublin. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Patrick Fagan/Featherbed Farm Ltd intends on applying for planning permission for the erection of a detached 450sqm agricultural shed (8.9m in height) to the south west of the existing detached shed and associated works all on lands at Featherbed Lane, Ballykea, Lusk, Co. Dublin. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

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