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Staff At Local Authority Donate Bus Last Friday, staff members of the County Council were delighted have the formal handover of a bus to Abhainn Adult Autism Service, which is part of St Michael’s House organisation. This was the culmination of a relationship dating back to 2014, where staff, as part of Health and Safety Week each year, held sponsored walks for charity.

By Patrick Finnegan The aim of Network Fingal Forum was to encourage staff to take more care of their Health and Fitness and to raise some money for a good cause along the way. In 2014 it was agreed that they would raise funds for a local charity in Swords. The Abhainn Adult Autism Service was chosen by consensus of the forum. The unit was in need of a new bus. Over the three years County Council staff raised a staggering €30,000. Ann Gibson from the County Council said, “This is a fantastic achievement and one that we are very proud of. Thank you to all those involved, including the members of the Forum and its sub-groups, to all the staff in the County Council who took part in the walks

Pictured at the handover of the new bus to St Michael's House by staff members of the County Council are, Anna Shakespeare (CEO St Michael's House), Ann Gibson (Fingal County Council) and Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council)

or who sponsored a member of staff, to the sponsors of prizes for the raffle and to the staff of St. Michael’s House, especially the lads in Abhainn for all the support and hard work that went into raising the funds,” she said. Diarmuid O’ Donovan, Manager of Adult Autism Service at St Michael’s House stated that, “the bus has enabled all in Abhainn to access new and more varied locations and has helped us provide a better service”. He went on to say “watch out for the blue bus with the “Donated by the staff of Fingal County Council” sticker on it and know that it is making a difference”. St. Michael’s House CEO, Anna Shakespeare was present on the day to formally accept the generous bus donation. Paul Reid, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council was very proud of the staff who put this all together. He said, “ I have been at a lot of Council events and I’m always very proud of the staff. However, I have to say that this is one of the most inspiring ones I have been at. Seeing the outcome of what staff have done is inspiring for many reasons. Firstly, it seems to connect the indoor and outdoor staff, which is bril-

liant. The second aspect is the fact that it incorporates wellbeing and health, which is very important for us. Thirdly, when you think back to the time you were trying to Gourmet Food Parlour celebrated the 10th anniversary of their successful restaurant in Swords. The celebrations coincided with the launch of their newly extended and reviraise funds, it was at one talised restaurant last week. Pictured celebrating 10 years in business are Gourmet Food of the most difficult times Parlour owners, Lorraine Byrne and Lorraine Heskin, with Gourmet Food Parlour ambasat the height of the reces- sador and Dublin GAA footballer Paul Flynn. See pictures on page 4 sion, with pay cuts and restraints, just adds to the enormous achievement of staff,” he concluded. The process, known as “Network Fingal Forum” stems from Workplace Partnership which was established in 2000 when the first committee was set up to oversee its introduction. The partnership process involves management, unions and staff agreeing on common objectives and working together to ensure organisational success. Partnership continues to be an ongoing process in the County Council and requires the engagement of stakeholders across the organisation.

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Local Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell, their nationality alone is, in has voiced his concern regarding my opinion, unacceptable,” the implementation of the execu- he said. tive order, signed by Donald “The US has some of the most stringent vetting proceTrump, President of the dures for visa applicaUSA, at Dublin Airport’s tions and refugees in the US immigration prewestern world, however clearance facility. we have heard Farrell said, “I am numerous stories of concerned about the valid visa holders and implementation of refugees being detained President Trump’s execupon arrival at US utive order at the US airports. This is very immigration pre-clear- Alan Farrell TD disconcerting, particuance facility in Dublin Airport, and at Shannon Airport larly with the US embassy in also. Deciding as to whether a Dublin confirming that their preperson is suitable to enter clearance facilities in Irish airports any country on the basis of are acting in accordance with

President Trump’s executive order.” He continued, “Using nationality alone as a litmus test to determine whether or not a person can be granted entry to a democratic country flies in the face of the equality, human rights, and the principle of democracy itself.” “This executive order is in stark contrast with the inscription on the foundation stone of the Liberty Statue in New York: ‘Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free…’ “The fact that President Trump’s executive order is being implemented on Irish soil, and in my own constituency, is extremely concerning and I have communicated my views in this regard to the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD,” he concluded.

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One Book Project Launched In Balbriggan The One Book Project was launched at a ceremony at Bracken ETNS, Balbriggan last week. This is an initiative which unites local communities in Balbriggan, by schools coming together and studying a particular book, with a shared objective of promoting literacy, whilst developing community links. The One Book project includes four schools in Balbriggan. They are, Balbriggan Educate Together, Bracken Educate Together, St Teresa’s National School and Balbriggan Community School.

Students at primary level either 5th or 6th classes take part, as well as 1st year students at secondary level. The project is driven by the Home School Community Liaison officers of the four schools. This year’s book, ‘Wonder’ by RJ Palacio will be studied in class and is also encouraged at home, so there will be parental involvement. Different events will be held at the four schools, including an Art event, a quiz and a trip to the local cinema to see the movie of the book. Children from the different schools will be mixed in

the group. This is a great opportunity for them to mix and form relationships with pupils from other schools. Darryl Mooney, a teacher from Balbriggan Community College told the County Leader, “This is a combined initiative between four local schools that have come together for this real community effort. The children will read the book, which is called ‘Wonder’ and they will use this book for the next three years. It’s all about inclusion in the community and brings people together and promotes

Pictured at the launch of the 'One Book' project at Bracken Educate Together National School, Balbriggan last week are, Darragh Donohue (Balbriggan Community College), Darryl Mooney (teacher Balbriggan Community College), Elaine Moore (teacher Balbriggan ETNS), Danny McGrath (Balbriggan ETNS), Cllr Malachy Quinn, Alexander King ((St Teresa's NS), Maurice McHale (teacher St Teresa's NS), Jessica Ogwatca (Bracken ETNS) and Louise Callan (teacher Bracken ETNS)

literacy in the schools,” he said. Local councillor, Malachy Quinn (SF) spoke to the children and said, “As an avid reader, I’m delighted

to have been asked to speak here. I have already read the book and you are all in for a great treat. This will bring people together and we are very proud of

the number of different nationalities in our town. This is an ideal opportunity to forge new relationships and I warmly welcome this great project,” he said.

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be made by contacting Bernie Hagan or Sonya McGarry by email to bernie@adhd.ie or adhdfingal@gmail.com Assessments will take place May 2017 in their new Skerries premises at 102 Strand Street.

Friends of Autism & ADHD are delighted to be in a position to be able to fund a number of assessments for young people with possible Autism and or ADD/ADHD. These assessments will consist of an educational

assessment by Clinical E d u c a t i o n a l Psychologist, Dr Ann Prosser, Psy.D.,a licensed Certified Clinical Psychologist. Applications from schools are not accepted without written parental

consent. Along with the assessment there will be the support of Advocacy worker, Ms. Bernie Hagan. She will be able to meet with parents/carers to discuss the reports and will assist in any way she can

in sourcing the necessary supports required for the child. These assessments will be fully funded by Friends of Autism/ADHD. Please note they do not receive any state funding whatsoever. These assessments are a direct result of the amazing work of the staff and volunteers of Friends Of Autism & ADHD and to those who donate to Friends Of Autism & ADHD. It is regrettable,

Charity Night In Malahide Malahide Lions Club will hold a Charity Quiz Night in aid of Lions charities and Laura Lynn, Ireland’s Children’s Hospice. The event will take place on Thursday, 9th February at 8pm at Malahide Yacht Club. Tables of four cost €40 per table and there will be a raffle on the night with amazing prizes. The event is limited to 25 tables.

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Council Wins Top LAMA Award Fingal County Council was named Council of the Year at the Local Authority Members Association’s 2017 Awards on Saturday night in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry. It is the second time in just over two months that the County Council has been recognised with a major national award as last November, they named Local Authority of the Year at the Excellence in Local Government Awards organised by Chambers Ireland. The other Councils short-

listed for LAMA’s Council of the Year Award were Cork City Council, Kildare County Council and Mayo County Council. Two other Council projects were winners on the evening, with InvizBox, one of the successful businesses supported by Fingal’s Local Enterprise Office, winning the Best New/Micro Business Award, while BASE Enterprise Centre in Mulhuddart won the Best Irish Business Working in the Community Award. Nine other local projects

were short-listed at the LAMA Awards, while on Friday evening at the 2017 Irish Tourism Industry Awards, Fingal Tourism Strategy was short-listed for the Best Local Authority Tourism Innovation Award. County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and the Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Paul Reid, attended Saturday evening’s LAMA Awards, along with several councillors and Council staff. Former County Mayor, Cllr Mags Murray, is the

Popular Lusk man, Bobby Byrne celebrated his 80th birthday with a party at Murrays in Lusk last week. Bobby is pictured here enjoying the evening with his daughter, Roxanne and brother, Paddy

Popular Lusk Man Celebrates 80th Birthday Bobby Byrne is one of the most recognisable faces in Lusk and last week, he celebrated his 80th birthday with a party at Murray’s of Lusk. Bobby is an avid football lover and a lifelong Manchester United fan and he named Bobby Charlton as his all-time football favourite, so much so that he called his dog, ‘Charlton’. Many people will remember Bobby as a founder member of Lusk United FC and he

was also involved with local GAA Club, Round Towers. He also steered Inisfails GAA Club to a championship title some years ago. Due to his straight talking, Bobby, who is a lifelong pioneer, is commonly known as The Blunt. A large circle of friends and family gathered on the night to pay tribute to popular Bobby. These included lots of nephews and nieces, many of whom he babysat for, on the condition that they watched Match of the Day on TV, particularly when Man Utd were playing. He was genuinely overcome by the surprise party which was arranged by his daughter, Roxanne and also included his brother, Paddy. Pictured is popular barman at Empire Bar, Swords, Jim Bourke who pulled his last pint at Empire last week as he has retired due to reaching 65 years of age. Limerick native Jim, who has been at Empire since it first opened, has a wealth of experience and is still keen to continue pulling pints and is hopeful of finding new employment in the not too distant future.

Photographic Exhibition In Malahide The official opening of the fourth successive photographic exhibition of Malahide Camera Club will take place in the Parish Pastoral Centre, Main St, Malahide, on Friday, 10th February at 7pm. The Official Opening will be performed by Michael O’Sullivan, President of the Irish Photographic Federation, to which Malahide Camera Club is affiliated. The exhibition will take place again this year in the local Parish Pastoral Centre, adjacent to the St Sylvester’s Parish Church. This is a superb community facility, which makes an outstanding exhibition centre, in the heart of the Malahide community. A total of 139 images will be exhibited, displaying a variety of genres

of photography that will delight, stimulate and move visitors. Of significant interest this year is that there is a particular emphasis on images of North County Dublin. The exhibition is testimony to the close partnership and cooperation that has always existed between Malahide Camera Club and the local community. Malahide Camera Club, through its annual fund-raising venture, has raised much needed and appreciated funds for the local community down through the years. The local community, in turn, has always been only too willing to support Malahide Camera Club in its many artistic, creative and photographic ventures and achievements. The exhibition will be open to the public from 12 noon on Saturday 11th February until Sunday 26th February 2017.

current chairperson of LAMA. “I would like to offer my congratulations, on behalf of all our councillors, to the staff of Fingal County Council on winning the Council of the Year Award,” said Cllr Butler. “Coming so soon after the Chambers Ireland Local Authority of the Year Award, the LAMA Award is further acknowledgement of the excellent work being done by management and

staff across all areas of the Council. This is an award that everybody should be very proud of.” Chief Executive, Paul Reid added: “Our staff, with the support of our councillors, work on a daily basis for the citizens of our county and to make Fingal a better place to live, to work, to learn, to visit and to do business in. It is an award that everybody within the organisation has contributed to and we are delighted that our work has been recognised in this way,” he said.

County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler is pictured receiving the Council of the Year award from LAMA Chairperson, Cllr Mags Murray (3rd from left). Also pictured are Cllr Joe Newman, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council Paul Reid, Cllr Anne Devitt and Cllr Kieran Dennison

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Pictured are Daniel Davey (Performance Nutritionist), Lorraine Byrne, Dublin footballer Paul Flynn, Lorraine Heskin and Dublin footballer Darren Daly

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Gourmet Food Parlour launched their newly refurbished restaurant at North Street in Swords with an evening of entertainment and good food on Thursday last. Around 120 specially invited guests turned up to congratulate proprietors, Lorraine Heskin and Lorraine Byrne on the expansion of the restaurant and on reaching 10 years of successful trading in Swords. Guests included Gourmet Food Parlour ambassador and Dublin GAA star, Paul Flynn, as well as his fellow Dublin star Darren Daly and sports performance nutritionist, Daniel Davey, as well as the famous Sam Maguire Cup. Gourmet Food Parlour are the official nutritional partners with the Dublin GAA County Board and Leinster Rugby, catering for each player’s individual dietary needs and enabling them to perform at their optimum level throughout the playing season. Lorraine Heskin said, “We are delighted to welcome everyone to our official launch night to celebrate our newly styled space here in Swords and 10 years of Gourmet Food Parlour. Our new space is bigger and better, doubling our capacity for customers and providing them with a beautiful space in which to dine and socialise with friends and family.”

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7th February 2017

Swords Castle Digging History Seminar The public are invited to find out what was uncovered at Swords Castle last summer, as a result of the successful Season 2 of Digging History. A morning seminar on the findings will be held in the Atrium, County Hall, Swords on Saturday 18th February from 10am-1pm. A County Council spokesperson said, “Over one hundred members of the community, local and visitors alike, took part in the dig last August and now we have the first results of their hard work. The seminar will be opened by County Mayor, Cllr. Darragh Butler, a frequent visitor to the excavation. Specialists have examined the material we found and we can start to add more to the story of Swords Castle.” “Dr Meriel McClathcie will tell us about what people were eating and growing there; Professor Roger Stalley will look at the architecture of the castle and the history of its development through time and Siobhan Duffy will tell us the stories behind the small finds. The director of the Swords Castle: Digging History project, Christine Baker will paint a picture of what has been discovered at Swords Castle so far from previously unknown ditches, decorated tiles, to burning buildings, wine and a fragment of human skull,” the spokesperson confirmed. “The past two summers of digging have not only widened our understanding of the story of Swords Castle and how people used it in the past, but have created a

Pictured are some of the volunteers who took part in the Digging History project at Swords Castle last year.

link to present communities and the way they engage with their monument” said Fingal’s Community Archaeologist, Christine Baker. ‘It is also great fun, meeting so many enthusiastic people, who are interested in the past.” Following the seminar, at 2.15pm there will be an opportunity to see behind the scenes at the museum! The National Museum of Ireland has kindly agreed to open the doors of its Collections Resource Centre, where everything not on public display is kept. The Collection Resource Centre is located on the Balheary Road (the old Motorola factory), Swords.

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Orla Keenan from Rush recently enjoyed a VIP trip to London in recognition of her 25 years’ service with Sodexo Ireland, one of the country’s biggest on-site services providers. Orla works as a chef for Sodexo and is based at Blackrock College, Dublin. She joined over 200 other colleagues from across Ireland and the UK for lunch onboard the Bateaux London Symphony, the city’s largest restaurant cruise vessel, taking in the famous sights of London along the river Thames. Following the cruise, Orla and the other recipients enjoyed a drinks reception and celebratory dinner at Grange Tower Bridge in London followed by entertainment from the West End’s Olivier and Tony award-winning show, ‘Jersey Boys’. Orla was also presented with a gift of her choice in recognition of her many years of service by Sean Haley, regional chair of Sodexo UK and Ireland.

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New Vietnamese Restaurant Opens In Swords A new Vietnamese restaurant with a focus on healthy option food, called ‘Nhu Y’ has just opened on Main Street in Swords, adding to the great variety of culinary choice for residents of the North County. In welcoming the new restaurant to the local business community, Tony Lambert, CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber said, “We are delighted to welcome ‘Nhu Y’ as members of the chamber. This is a wonderful family run Vietnamese restaurant, with great food Pictured is Johnny Cuong, proprietor of new Vietnamese and great service. This restaurant, Nhu Y which is located on Main Street, Swords. He is pictured being welcomed as a member of is the first Vietnamese Fingal Dublin Chamber by CEO, Tony Lambert restaurant in the area and will add to the wide range of many charming restaurants in Swords and beyond. The Chamber is particularly excited to to have NHU Y as chamber members. This restaurant adds another exciting options for food lovers and is one that I am looking forward to having many wonderful meals there,” concluded Lambert. that ballot showed a clear majority of library staff who were members of Impact were opposed to staffless libraries,” he said. “There are widespread fears around health and safety protections for library users and workers, and the Cllr Malachy Quinn (SF) has said that possible erosion of staff terms and there are serious concerns in relation to conditions. If staffless services are staffless libraries. Quinn was speaking deemed an option, councils will following the recent announcement by inevitably seek further savings by Fingal County Council that they extending unstaffed services into propose to trial the Staffless Library core opening times,” he said. scheme in Donabate and Portrane “This measure will short-change library shortly. An emergency communities across Fingal, motion was put to last month’s There’ll be no school visits, no meeting of the Council by a storytelling, no help to find cross party and Independent what you want, no security group of councillors, calling on presence, and erosion of the the council to support the decihundreds of educational and sion of the Library staff not to artistic events that libraries cooperate with the scheme. provide throughout the year. Cllr. Quinn Quinn said: “Serious concerns Everyone will lose out, espehave been raised by the Impact Trade cially the elderly, students and disadUnion in relation to various issues vantaged communities.” with staffless libraries. Impact Trade Quinn concluded, “It is my view that Union called a ballot in response to the government needs to rethink this various local authorities plans for a plan. Sinn Féin would like to see large-scale pilot of after-hours staff- extended hours for public library less services, which staff feared services but not at the expense of the would ultimately lead to completely health and safety of users and staffless libraries with sharply limited reduced equity of access to this fundaservices to the public. “The results of mental public service.”

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Don’t Break the Budget on Valentine’s Day They say you can’t buy love, but apparently that doesn’t stop a lot of people from trying. From flowers to romantic dining, from cards to By Darren O’Reilly candies, from jewellery to gifts for pets (yes, really), people across the country are spending money to celebrate Valentine’s Day. But really, how romantic is it to feel a pinch in your budget? This year, romance your loved one and your budget at the same time with these Valentine’s tips:

HAVE A ROMANTIC DINNER AT HOME Avoid the price hike and restaurant crowds by making dinner for two at home, then dining by candlelight to your favourite music. Bonus: more privacy!

BE A LOCAL TOURIST Do you want to plan a romantic getaway? Holiday at home by exploring someplace local you haven’t tried before or revisit an old favourite. Bonus: You’ll get more getaway for less money.

PICK THE RIGHT FLOWERS If you’re sending flowers, look for online sales and specials. Giving flowers to somebody local? Save money and make it feel special by delivering them yourself. Bonus: seeing their reaction in person.

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You can have just as much fun for less by celebrating a few days before or after February 14th instead of on Valentine’s Day itself. Bonus: take advantage of postChristmas sales.

Remember how much fun this was in school? Homemade cards seem more heartfelt, even if you aren’t a great artist. Bonus: nurture

After all, love isn’t about how much money you spend. It’s about something better

Intriguing French Election Race The French Presidential election, run over two rounds is due this April. All declared candidates will be on the first round ballot paper, but only the two with the highest votes will feature in the final ballot, held a fortnight later. The Socialists have selected Benoît Hamon a former cabinet member. He won the second round Socialist primary with 58 per cent of the votes cast. He has an uphill struggle to make any impression. Recognising this, he has called on Jadot the Green Party candidate along with the far left, Mélenchon who is the Communist contender to throw their lot in with him. President Hollande has undermined the left vote to such an extent that there is little prospect of a Socialist candidate making it to the second round unless all strands of the left conspire to deprive others of election. The two perceived final round candidates have till now been the National front leader, Marine Le Pen

young creativity by having your kids (or a friend’s kids) make them with you.

and centre-right nominee, François Fillon who served five years under President Sarkozy as Prime Minister. Fillon comprehensively beat Sarkozy in the primaries to earn his place as his party’s candidate. A big question has arisen as to Fillon’s suitability as a candidate due to questions of payments made to members of his family from state funds. Should he be forced to withdraw, Sarkozy may well be the replacement candidate. The opinion polls prior to this controversy showed 39 year old Emmanuel Macron closing the gap. Macron, the former Rothschild Investment banker was, like Hamon, is a member of Hollande’s government. He stepped down some months ago to launch this bid to replace his old boss. He has built a national party organisation which will field candidates in every constituency. He has attracted backing from across most sections of France. If Fillon

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succeeds in staying in the race to the first round, it seems that Macron will be the one to face Le Pen in the crucial final round. If that is the case there appears little point in Le Pen contesting the day. Le Pen, who launched her campaign last weekend, electoral base is far right By Cathal Boland and Macron will garner the left vote while sucking away the middle centre right ground leaving Le Pen no place from which to find fresh additional votes. I find it difficult to see her achieve more than 30 per cent on the day against Macron. Indeed, while neither Fillon nor Sarkozy are as attractive a candidate as Macron, they too are better placed than Le Pen to win in a final round. Should either make it to the final round, Le Pen will have a better percentage vote due to a poor voter turnout from the left. Macron at this stage is best place to win.

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‘Metro Can Deliver 50,000 Jobs’ Local Fine Gael senator and the party’s deputy leader, Dr James Reilly has welcomed confirmation from Minister Pascal Donohue that the Government will positively consider bringing forward the delivery of Metro North to Swords and the North County. Senator Reilly said, “The is a key piece of infrastructure for this area. A study by reputable economic consultants in 2008 forecast that Metro North could deliver 37,000 to North County Dublin. It’s my opinion now in 2017 that Metro North would deliver more than 37,000 jobs, possibly north of 50,000 jobs if the key strategic land bank at Dublin Airport was developed with connectivity to Dublin City and connectivity north to Swords,” he said. “I will continue to lobby the cabinet and my former ministerial colleagues to grasp the opportunity to invest in infrastructure in Fingal, the fastest growing area in Europe and deliver jobs and other key projects to the region, including Senator Reilly housing, schools and community facilities.” He continued, “Now is the time to be bold and invest in this area, which has the capital airport of Ireland and is very attractive to Foreign Direct Investors as a base for Europe and Brexit companies from the UK seeking a new base to continue their business operations in Europe. Brexit offers a key opportunity for Ireland to make a case for derogation and mitigation measures in the transition period, to help Ireland alleviate the economic negative consequences of Brexit including job losses.” “What that means in plain English is that Ireland, as part of its negotiating strategy, must seek exemptions, derogations from the current straight jacket fiscal controls imposed by the EU and agree extra capital

investment in commercial projects like Metro North, motorways, and social investment in hospitals, schools, housing to drive new economic activity into Ireland and this region,” he said. Reilly continued, “There are precedents for measures like this, for example when East Germany was morphed into West Germany, special transition measures, mitigation measures, exemptions and investment were put in place over a period of time to assist East Germany to adapt to the new economic reality.” “Ireland is a special case, a carbon copy and we need more investment now in infrastructure to attract new companies into Fingal and North County Dublin to compensate for the Economic hit we are going to take in other parts of Ireland. At a recent briefing by IBEC (Irish Business Employers Confederation), the directors were making the same case and I support their aim for increased Capital Investment in Ireland. The EU must take the handcuffs off Ireland and assist economic growth and investment now. The EIB European Investment Bank are ready and willing to invest in Ireland’s infrastructure if the restrictions are relaxed or lifted. Fingal and the North County has a great future if the right investment is made now. ”Build Metro now and the jobs will come,” concluded Reilly.”

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Anam Cara Meeting In Swords Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is hosting its monthly meeting for bereaved parents on Wednesday 15th February from 7:30pm to 9:00pm in B.A.S.E Brackenstown Road, Swords. The meeting offers parents a safe and comfortable setting where they can connect with other bereaved parents who will understand the depth of their loss and grief. Anam Cara have also produced an Information Pack for bereaved parents containing seven booklets on topics such as A Dad’s Grief, Coping with Sudden Death and Supporting My Family. Likewise, a series of short videos with testimonies from bereaved parents who attend the Anam Cara groups can be viewed at anamcara.ie/ videos.

Urban Decay brand ambassador Ruby Rose stepped out at the People’s Choice Awards recently rocking a bold, dark burgundy lip. The look was created using Urban Decay Cosmetics Vice Liquid Lipstick in shade Blackmail, by Make-Up Artist Jo Baker.. The hotly anticipated lipstick launch, is due to hit

counters in Ireland on Tuesday,February 14th. Waiting lists are already in place at Urban Decay counters nationwide. HOW TO: The key to creating a dark and bold liquid lip look is prepping the lips before lipstick application. To start, use a sugar scrub on the lips to remove any dryness or flaky skin. Next, apply a moisturising lip balm and leave it on while you apply the rest of your make-up. Finally, use a tissue to remove any excess lip balm and then apply your Vice Liquid Lipstick (RRP €18.50), starting with the lip line and finishing by filling in the rest of the lip.

Enterprising Women’s Network Workshop Over 50 female businesswomen congregated at the Fingal Enterprising Women Network workshop recently to learn how they can work more effectively on growing their business, as opposed to getting caught up on a treadmill of firefighting in their business. Joanne Hession of the Entrepreneur’s Academy said, “It’s so important to focus on building a business that will work for you. Business owners spend so much time working in their business and often stop to question whether their business is actually working for them. It is important to enjoy the work you are doing, to be financially

secure and to be able to enjoy pursuits outside of work. Is your business allowing you to do that and, if not, what you need to do make that happen” she said. The workshop focused on practical steps that entrepreneurs could implement straight away to improve their own performance and that of their business. The session was intensive, but it was filled with lots of valuable advice from the entrepreneurs about what is working for them. As always, it was also a great networking opportunity. Speaking about future events planned over the coming year, Head of Enterprise in Fingal, Oisín Geoghegan explained: “This is just one of our four annual events hosted by the Fingal Enterprising Women Network. The network is an initiative of the Local Enterprise Office Fingal. It provides networking and education events for women in business and enterprise in Fingal. Membership of the network is free of charge.”

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The man, who was killed in a two-car collision in Rush last week, was due to become a father again in three months time. Latvian native, Valdis Gabranovs (35) was on his way home when his car was involved in the collision, just yards from at a tight bend just yards from his housing estate. The crash happened on a sharp bend on the Skerries to Rush road at 11.45pm on Wednesday last. He collided head-on with an Audi coming in the other direction and died at the scene. Three people in the Audi were injured and taken to Beaumont and Connolly Memorial hospitals. His partner, Inita Mezaka (35) has told how their baby boy is due in three months time. The couple had a 21-month-old daughter, and Mr Gabranovs had an older boy from a previous relationship. He worked for the Keogh’s potato chips company in Oldtown. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone with any information to contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any garda station.

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O’Brien Voices Concerns Over Pyrite Remedial Scheme Local Fianna Fáil TD, Darragh O’Brien has again voiced his concerns regarding the Government’s Pyrite Remediation Scheme. He claims that the current scheme is in need of rehaul to support all homes with pyrite damage in the North County and he has raised the shortcomings of the government’s Pyrite Remediation Scheme directly with the Taoiseach, Enda Kenny in the Dáil last week. A remedial scheme, launched in 2013, is subject to the property reaching a level of damage specified under a scale drawn up by the Pyrite Resolution Board, that critics claim the vast majority of those affected will not qualify for. The Minister previously confirmed to O’Brien that 913 dwellings have been approved for inclusion in the Pyrite Remedial Scheme, but O’Brien commented, “I have continually raised concerns that this scheme is far too limited and unfit for purpose. It only addresses the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the extent of the pyrite problems in thousands of homes across the east coast.” “We flagged this issue when the scheme was first proposed and submitted a series of amendments

to the legislation, all of which were rejected by the last Government. We also published a Pyrite Remediation Bill to expand the scheme in 2012 this was also ignored by Government. It’s time to do more to support the thousands of families across the North County who have been left in limbo,” said O’Brien. “It needs the Taoiseach’s direct intervention to ensure that the Pyrite Remediation Scheme is brought up to standard so that thousands of home owners see light at the end of the tunnel and see their houses fixed and brought up to specification. “There are an estimated 72,000 homeowners that are excessively damaged with pyrite, yet fewer than 1000 homes have been accepted into the Government’s scheme,” he said. “The numbers of applications which the Minister has previously provided just scratches the surface and are further proof that the Pyrite Remediation Scheme is grossly inadequate. “The problem lies with the reference to ‘significant levels’ of pyrite damage in the criteria set out by government under the scheme. Those who don’t meet the criteria must also be catered for. Leaving aside the damage, a house with pyrite is valueless, until it is remediated.” “There needs to be a comprehensive review of the pyrite scheme to protect all affected homeowners in North County Dublin and not just some. My party and I have committed to expanding the Pyrite Remediation Scheme so that all homeowners affected by pyrite can have their homes fixed should their insurers not pay,” he concluded.

Reminder About Children’s Art Competition North County teachers in primary and second level schools, whose pupils take part in the annual Texaco Children’s Art Competition, are reminded that the closing date for receipt of entries this year is Tuesday, 28th February next. Last year over 5,000 pupils from schools across the county submitted entries to the competition.

What is AIM? The Access & Inclusion Model (AIM) is a model of supports designed to ensure that children with disabilities can access the ECCE Programme

How does AIM work? AIM is a child-centred model involving seven levels of support, moving from universal to targeted, based on the needs of the child and the service provider.

How can I find out more? Visit www.preschoolaccess.ie or call Fingal County Childcare Committee on (01) 485172

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Local Gardai Reassure River Valley Residents A well attended public meeting was held at River Valley Community Centre last week, where residents were addressed by local Gardai on tips about keeping their homes safe from burglaries. The event was attended by local representatives, including County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, Councillor, Joe Newman and Darragh O’Brien TD.

Pictured at the public meeting at River Valley Community Centre are, Darragh O'Brien TD, County Mayor Cllr Darragh Butler and Cllr Joe Newman

Organiser, Lorraine Cummins who is co-ordinator of River Valley/Rathingle Neighbourhood Watch, contacted the local Gardai in response to the spike in burglaries in the River Valley area over the past few weeks. She was delighted with the large turnout on the night. She said, “We need to keep on being vigilant and last Monday’s meeting with senior Gardai was well received by residents.” “I’m calling on people to contact Swords Garda Station if they suspect anything suspicious in the neighbourhood. As Rebecca McGowan our community Garda said to me, ‘We need to return to Pictured at the public meeting at River Valley Community Centre are, Cllr Joe Newman, old fashioned ways and be County Mayor Cllr Darragh Butler, Insp Oliver Wood, Lorraine Cummins, Supt Gerry a nosy neighbour. Years Donnelly, Myles Caulfield, Anne Sweeney, Garda Rebecca McGowan and Sgt Terri ago, everyone knew Ferguson

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7th February 2017

Low Cost Loan Scheme For Local Farmers Local Fine Gael senator, Dr James Reilly has said that a newly launched low cost loan scheme will be extremely beneficial for potentially 800 farmers in the North County, particularly to help them mitigate against the impact of Brexit. The ‘Agri Cashflow Support Loan Scheme’, which was developed in co-operation with the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI), was launched by Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed last week. Reilly said, “This is going to be really beneficial to farmers here in Sarah Brown was the winner of the January Giveaway at Millfield Shopping Centre, Balbriggan, as part of Millfield Moments. Sarah is pictured with her son, Kyle Brown, as she receives her prize from Millfield Shopping Centre Manager, Peter Carey

rence. Their children do not have access then to the GP services that the Minister and the people who sit on that side of the House were congratulating each other on granting. It is utterly useless to Local Sinn Féin TD and Health people in Balbriggan, who cannot spokesperson, Louise O’Reilly register with their GP and who are raised, in the Dail, the situation in left without these vital services,” Balbriggan, where GPs are refusing she said. to take children under 6, due to “Families are being forced to spend money they do not have for a overcapacity and over service, of which the subscription. Minister is busy telling O’Reilly queried the fact them they can avail. They that doctors’ surgeries are cannot avail of it. I want to full in terms of the GP know what will be done to under-6 scheme, with many alleviate the pressure taking new registrations, because it is not going to but only paying registrago away. If anything, it is tions. O’Reilly TD actually going to get She said: “The unfortunate worse.” reality is that the failure to plan on the part of this Government and O’Reilly continued: “The GPs are already overburdened. They do a that which preceded it has now manifested itself. In North County fantastic job, but they are only Dublin, it is quite a feature, but human. They are up to the limit of especially so in the town of their capacity. We need to incenBalbriggan. The latter has a very tivise general practitioners to go to young population and we can the areas they are needed and we expect to see a surge in the number must have salaried GPs if that is of children under six in the next what is necessary. In the short term, we need to reimburse people couple of years.” She continued, “Parents cannot who, through no fault of their own, find a doctor willing to take them are forced to attend and pay for GP and, therefore, they cannot services for children under-6,”she register. This is an everyday occur- concluded.

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North County Dublin, to recent changes in the who are looking for sterling exchange rate, income stability as well as lower in a period of commodity price volatility prices in certain due to Brexit. sectors.” Local farmers “Minister Creed will be able to has a ‘three pillar avail of low-cost strategy’ in interest rate response to loans of 2.95 per Senator Reilly income volatility cent, which and pressures represents excellent caused by the uncervalue compared to tainty around Brexit, market rates,” he said. including this low cost “A major priority for loan scheme, tax Fine Gael in Government measures and farm is to assist farmers in payments. mitigating against the “Local farmers will be impact of Brexit. I know pleased to hear that, as from talking to local well as being good farmers that some of value, these loans will them are experiencing be flexible, with the cashflow difficulties due possibility of optional

Volunteers Required By Epilepsy Ireland Epilepsy Ireland is seeking Rose Week volunteers from the North County. You can help Epilepsy Ireland this February by donating a few hours of your time to support their annual Rose Week appeal (February 13th – 19th). Epilepsy Ireland needs volunteers to sell roses throughout the country at shopping centres, schools, colleges and workplaces. Can you spare a few hours? Rose appeals have been an important source of funding for Epilepsy Ireland since 1992 and the charity relies on volunteers to make the appeal a success. If you are interested please email Ashley at fundraising@epilepsy.ie to volunteer as little as two hours of your time.

Lusk Getting Ready To Welcome Visitors Lusk Town Twinning Association have announced that 26 people will be visiting Lusk from their twin town of Thorigne Fouillard in Brittany from 13th May to 16th May. Plans are being finalised at present for this much anticipated visit, where long standing friendships will be renewed. The group are also preparing for the 25th anniversary of their twinning with the French town, which takes place next year.

Swords & District Lions Club made a presentation of €500 to Remember Us Special Needs Group, Balbriggan at their meeting at the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport recently. Pictured is Sean Quigley, President Swords & District Lions Club handing over the cheque to Nora Roban, founder of Remember Us, with Jean Fitzpatrick (Remember Us) and Mark Rentzke (Swords & District Lions Club)

interest only repayments at the start of the loan. Six year loan terms will be available. “This loan scheme will allow farmers here in the North County to pay down more expensive forms of short-term debt, such as merchant credit or overdrafts, contributing to the ongoing financial sustainability of their

farming enterprise. “AIB, Bank of Ireland and Ulster Bank will distribute the loans, making €150 million available to farmers throughout Ireland. This is supported by €25 million being provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, including €11 million in EU exceptional adjustment aid,” concluded Reilly.

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Planning and Preparation Planning and plenty of preparation is key to having the wedding you always dreamed of. Firstly, if you are going to have a traditional wedding in a church, you would need to see if the date you want is available. This is crucial and you need to be really doing this as early as possible. The big day is something that some people might plan for a few years, however others in different situations may decide to get married within a few months. Whatever way you decide to do things, make sure you keep your plan of action at hand. Here’s a tip, place a poster of your to-do list in your kitchen. You spend time there every day and when you are waiting on the kettle to boil, you’ll be reminded into making a few phone calls and so on.

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That loved up day of the year is getting close and this year, it falls on a Tuesday. That’s can be an awkward day for those in love, who would have preferred it to fall on a weekend, but nonetheless, this will not deter our dedicated lovebirds from letting their hair down this year. Valentine’s Day isn’t just for all the loved-up young couples, it includes us all, young or old. It is the one day

in the year that you can express your perpetual love for that someone you see on the train every morning, or your partner of old. Whatever you decide to do this Valentine’s Day to express your love, remember that it doesn’t have to entail a splurge of money. It’s the thought that counts, the simplest ideas can be the sweetest and could change your love life forever.

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of North County’s various takeaways. Light some scented candles to create that special romantic atmosphere. Buy a tub of your other half’s favourite ice-cream and have blankets on the ready for a cuddled up and cosy night. This is also the perfect day to watch your favourite soppy rom-com with a valid excuse and to enjoy it to your heart’s content!

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Recent published deaths from the North County DEVOY (née Gabbett), Rita, (Rush, Co. Dublin and late of Landon Rd., Ballyfermot) 1st February 2017 (Peacefully) Rita; sadly missed by her loving husband Thomas, sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, brother, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. MCKNIGHT, Seamus, (Malahide) 31st January 2017 (Peacefully) at home; sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, son John, daughter Venantius, Paul and Yvonne, granddaughters Alannah and Kacie Lily, sisters Roseleen and Anna, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. MCBRIDE, Matthew (Matt), (Skerries, Dublin / Rush, Dublin / Dingle, Kerry) 30th January 2017 (Peacefully) at Hamilton Park Nursing Home. Predecessed by his brother Paudie and brother-in-law Joe. Much loved husband and best friend to Frances nee (Harford), daughters Sharon and Kerry, son Mark, brothers Sheamus and Martin, sister Betty, sisters-in-law Miriam, Therese and Deirdre, sons-in-law, Mick and Sean, daughter-in-law Ruth, grandchildren Glen, Dylan, Jake, Kyle, Cian, Kaitlyn, Ronan and Owen, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace. HOUSE , John, (Malahide, Co. Dublin ) 30th January 2017 (Peacefully) at home. Beloved partner of the late Kitty Willis. Rest in Peace. PICKETT (née Sheppard), Gladys ,(aged 91), (Portmarnock and formerly of Killester and Finglas) 28th January 2017 (Peacefully) at Talbot Lodge Nursing Home, Kinsealy. Will be sadly missed by her children John, Valerie and Carol, son-in-law Martin, grandchildren Nicola (and husband Peter), Carolyn, Aisling and Erin, brothers George and Harry, sisters Bella and Barbara (London), nieces, nephews and friends. Rest in Peace. PENTONY (née O'Toole), Olga, (Maynooth, Celbridge and formerly of Swords) 28th January 2017 (Peacefully) at St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown; sadly missed by her loving daughter Laura, brothers, sisters, family, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. DEVANE (née O'Connor), Noreen, (Balbriggan, Co. Dublin and Baile na bPoc, Dingle, Co. Kerry) 27th January 2017 (Peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late Jim. Deeply regretted by children Noreen, Maura (deceased), Séamus, Eileen, Áine, Mairéad, Conor, her sister Síle and her cherished grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.

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Fingal County Council Retention planning permission is sought by Moriarty Foodmarkets Ltd. at 52-58 Church Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin, for alterations to previously approved application Reg. Ref. F14A/0527. Alterations, for which retention permission is sought, comprise (i) modifications to the approved two-storey extension to the north elevation of the existing licenced convenience Supervalu supermarket, including off-licence, comprising the omission of windows at first floor level and an increase of 450mm to the depth of the extension; lower portion of plaster finish of extension changed to dry dash finish; a lift overrun; plant comprising 2 no. automatic opening vents on the roof of the extension and replacement air handling / ventilation units on the western side of the existing supermarket building; and (ii) reconfiguration of supermarket entrance lobby and atrium at rear of No. 54 and 55 Church Street, to facilitate relocation of stair core; together with 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 BALBRIGGAN AREA to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the SUITED TO STORAGE prescribed fee within the REASONABLE RENT period of 5 weeks begin-

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Fingal County Council We Noel and Clare Murray seek permission for the demolition of an existing conservatory and the construction of a 14 m 2 single story rear extension at 5 Wendell Avenue, Portmarnock, 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 Donal & Patricia Shanahan seek planning permission for a detached part two/one storey dwelling with upper flat roof height of 6.3m with ancillary services and vehicular access and entrance onto approved internal road on site fronting onto Channel road, 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 Monday to Friday at Fingal County Hall,Main St,Swords ,co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20 Euros), within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by Audrey Carroll for one and a half storey dormer style dwelling at Blackhills, Balbriggan, 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

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7th February 2017 a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20euro)within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission sought for Single Storey extension to rear of existing dwelling together with new Porch to front including all ancillary works at No 5 Longlands Swords Co Dublin for Richard Moore. 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 in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of twenty euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of this application Fingal County Council Permission for (a) Demolition of existing porch to front, existing 2-storey return & single-storey extensions to the rear and (b) Construction of a new part 2-storey, part single-storey replacement extension to the rear to include new kitchen/dining/living room at ground level and new bedroom & bathrooms at first floor level and all associated minor modifications & siteworks to existing 2storey dwelling 7 Bawn Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. Signed: G. Leonard.. This application can 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. Mon.-Fri. between 9.30-15.30 (Through Lunch) and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council 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 by Moriarty Foodmarkets Ltd. at 52-58 Church Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin, for alterations to previously approved application Reg. Ref. F14A/0527. Proposed alterations consist of the reconfiguration of approved first floor levels to No. 56, 57 and 58 Church Street to replace 3 no. previously approved office units with 3 no. two-bedroom dual aspect apartments, each with a south-west facing balcony. Works to comprise (i) reconstructed roof with increased ridge height, new front façade and revised fenestration to ground floor rear elevation at No. 56 Church Street; (ii) first floor extension, reconstructed roof with increased ridge height, new front façade and revised fenestration to ground floor rear elevation at No. 57 Church Street; (iii) revised fenestration to front elevation and ground floor rear elevation at No. 58 Church Street. Development also includes an apartment bin and cycle store to be provided in car park to the rear; together with 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 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 We Seema and Eamon Crosbie intend to apply for planning permission for the conversion of the existing attic space to include 2 No. ‘velux’ rooflights to the rear roof and a dormer type roof window to the side of the existing roof at 116 Torcaill, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin, and

all associated works. The 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 (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application Fingal County Council I David Gaskin intend to apply for permission for development at this site address: ‘The Hideaway’, Rolestown, Kilsallaghan, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a first floor extension to the rear of the existing house consisting of a dormer structure in the rear slope of the existing 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 The Chairman and Committee of Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Club wish to apply for planning permission to construct a new extension to the north of the existing Sports Hall to accommodate 4no. dressing rooms with en-suite toilet and shower facilities, new fire exit door to the west elevation from the existing swimming pool, internal alterations and associated site works at Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Club Blackwood Lane, Portmarnock, 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 (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council The Chairman and Committee of Fingal Ravens G.F.C. wish to apply for planning permission to erect 6no. fifteen metre high poles to avail of full floodlight facilities to the existing main grass football pitch and partial floodlight facilities to the second grass pitch and associated site works at Fingal Ravens G.F.C., Killeen, Oldtown, 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 (€20) 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 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.

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