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There was great excitement delight of their supporters on Monday, with the and all of North County announcement that Skerries Dublin, they triumphed. was named as the overall It was an eventful day for all winner of the National Tidy contenders from the North Towns competition. In the County as all of our entrants process, they increased their comfortably exceeded their points tally from 321 to 327, scores from last year, with a whopping jump of 6 points Malahide, up four points and from last year. In doing so, Skerries retaining their Gold they also won the Tidiest Medal status. Last year’s Large Town award. Skerries surprise package, Lusk, were is the second winner of this up an impressive seven prestigious competition from points, retaining their Bronze the North County, after Medal. They also had their Malahide were victorious in Skerries Tidy Town's Committe members Anne Duggan, Maeve McGann, Anne Doyle hard working volunteer, (Chairperson) and Martina Grogan pictured after collecting the National Tidy Town's Albert Cruise nominated in 1990. award at The Helix on Monday Pandemonium erupted in the the Community Heroes Helix Theatre, when Skerries was announced as Award. Swords, who were appearing at this stage the overall winner. Maeve McGann and of the competition for the first time improved their Chairperson of Skerries Tidy Towns committee, score by four points. Anne Doyle were over the moon as they made their A special word of thanks and praise is well and way to the stage through a sea of wellwishers. truly deserved for our wonderful Tidy Towns About half an hour previously, they ascended the committees and their marvellous volunteers, who stage to collect the award for Ireland’s Tidiest have brought honour, and a sense of absolute Large Town. After winning this award, suddenly anything is possible. pride to the North County. See our special feature in next week’s They were up against previous winners in the top award, but, to the edition of the paper.

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Friday last, 23rd September was a great day for Balbriggan, when Belgian pharma company, Alter Pharma opened up its new HQ at Stephenstown Industrial estate. The new 48,000 sq ft headquarters will create a further 80 jobs bringing total employment to the new plant to 120 by 2018.

By Patrick Finnegan Alter Pharma CEO, Pieter Van Rompay was joined by Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O’Connor and staff from its sister site in Belgium, as well as local representatives at the opening ceremony, including local TD, Alan Farrell, Senator James Reilly, Cllr Tony Murphy and President of Balbriggan Chamber, Luke Moriarty. Mr Van Rompay told the County Leader, “This is a great day for us in such a wonderful facility that will help us to grow and develop. We started in Ireland with just a handful of employees four or five years ago and we are very happy with the business environment, so we decided to invest further. Not only is it the opening of our new facility, it is also the start of something which will continue and that is growth and our desire to grow as a company and this facility will help us with this goal,” he said. “Opening our new €5 million facility

underlines our commitment to Ireland and will allow for our rapid expansion plans. We look forward to continuing to grow our excellent team here to complement our product portfolio,” he said. Local senator, Dr James Reilly welcomed the 80 new jobs for Balbriggan. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Reilly said. “This is a major boost to Balbriggan and signals a bright future for the town. Balbriggan has often felt left behind by the rest of Dublin, but this is certainly a step in the right direction. It’s especially good to see hi-tech companies like Alter Pharma move here, because that’s where the future is. I know that there are also other global hi-tech companies currently looking to set-up in the area. ‘’It’s great to see big companies in flagship industries realising the potential of North County Dublin and coming to create jobs here. We have the infrastructure, the location and the skilled workforce that hi-tech companies like Alter Pharma need. You can see that with Diana and Mari Louise from Loreto Secondary School who came third at the EU contests for Young Scientists this year. We’re close to the airport, the motorway network and to Northern Ireland, which is ideal.” He concluded, ‘’We need to push on and keep

marketing ourselves as a great place to come and set up business. As Seanad spokesperson on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation that’s just what I’m going to do. We are being successful so far which is demonstrated by the unemployment figures in Balbriggan which are down by 11.5 per cent in the last year.’’ The good news was welcomed by CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber, Tony Lambert who said, “Alter Pharma’s opening of the headquarters for its worldwide operation in Balbriggan is a major boost for the area. The additional 80 jobs will be very welcome. This, hopefully, is the start of a number of exciting announcements for jobs in North County Dublin. Fingal is now one of the major pharma and bio-pharma centres in the country and this announcement is another major boost for the area,” he said. Pictured at the official opening of Alter Pharma at Stephenstown Industrial Estate, Balbriggan are, Senator James Reilly, Tom O'Leary, Rita Crowley (Alter Pharma), Pieter Van Rompay (Managing Director, Alter Pharma), Alan Farrell TD, Minister for Jobs Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O'Connor, Barry Heavey (IDA), Stijn Van Rompay (Alter Pharma), Thomas Jacobson (Alter Pharma), Luke Moriarty (President Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce) and Cllr Tony Murphy

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27th September 2016

New Book On Fingal Brigade Launched In Swords

Balbriggan Students Claim Third Place In EU Contest The winners of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2016, Maria Louise Fufezan and Diana Bura from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan have claimed third place in Brussels last week, where they competed in the 28th European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS). The fifth year students, who brought glory to the school, as well as to all in the North County last January, brought further honours, when they were placed third when representing Ireland at the European competition with their awardwinning project, ‘An Investigation into the Effects of Enzymes used in Animal Feed Additives on the Lifespan of Caenorhabditis Elegans’ This earned them the top prize at the BT Young Scientist of the Year competition last January and now third place in Europe - a stunning performance by these talented girls. For their wonderful performance, the girls also received the Dupont prize of a stay in Denmark, including travel and accommodation and a visit to Dupont’s plants in Denmark.

A new booklet entitled ‘A Life Less Ordinary’ written by well-known historian, Una Eager O’Brien was launched at County Hall, Swords on Wednesday last. The book, which tells the story of some of the members of the Fingal Brigade in 1916 was launched by County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler in the presence of a large gathering of people, despite the inclement weather. Una, who is Chairperson of Rolestown/Oldtown Historical Society and PRO of Fingal Old IRA Commemorative Society thanked County Mayor, Butler and also Gerry Clabby, Heritage Officer of Fingal County Council for his great support in putting the book together. She said, “I set myself the task of researching and writing up the stories of some of the volunteers of the Fingal Brigade. Many of them went on to play an important role in the political life of the new Free State, including men like Richard Mulcahy and Dr Richard Hayes,” she said.

She also went on to speak about what she termed the ‘little men’ which she emphasised was in no way meant in a derogatory manner. These were men whom she describes, as putting their lives on the line and when it was all over, they returned to the lives they had before and she pays tribute to these men in Pictured at the launch of her new book, 'A Life Less Ordinary" at County Hall, Swords is this very interesting, author, Una Eager O'Brien, with County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and Gerry Clabby informative and well (Heritage Officer, Fingal County Council) researched booklet. Una recently researched and full of information and to Fingal County Council published a book on the history of Rowlestown. for funding it. It’s hard to put a valuation on such County Mayor, Darragh Butler said, “I want to a book and great thanks must go to Una and all thank Una for producing another excellent book, who collaborated on putting it together,” he said.

Indian Community Celebrates Onam

A community programme (ONAM) exclusively for the Indian communities in the North County took place at the Old Borough School Hall Swords on Saturday, 10th September. A crowd of about 250 attended the event. The programme started with a traditional food which was served on banana leaves. County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and local TD, Darragh O’Brien are pictured at the event

Around 500 Indian people from all over the North County turned up for the celebration of the Indian harvest at the Old Borough National School recently. The celebration, called Onam was a celebration of Indian food, where attendees feasted on traditional foods and children enjoyed games and had fun. The event, which was organised by members of Swords Cricket Club, most of whom are Indian, was attended by County Mayor, Darragh Butler and also by local TD, Darragh O’Brien. Mayor Butler, who lit the lamp which signified the opening of the festival said, “It is a great honour for me to be invited to attend and to be given the privilege to light the lamp and to see this major festival being celebrated here in Swords,” he said. The harvest festival Onam is the major festival celebrated in Kerala, India. It is also the State festival of Kerala with State holidays on 4 days starting from Onam Eve (Uthradom) to the 3rd Onam Day. Onam celebrates the Asura King Mahabali’s annual visit from Patala (the underworld).

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Pictured after receiving their results are Balbriggan Community College students, Fabian Wojciechowski and Valentin Zaeorojan

27th September 2016

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Colaiste Choilm, Swords are Carl Rooney, Luke Marsden and James O'Donnell

Jennifer Runsewe, Shope Adeneye, Tito Ojeleye, Marie-Therese Mukelo and Winnifred Abodunrin were all delighted with their results at Loreto Secondary School in Balbriggan

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Malahide Community School are Ben Gaynor, Aaron Walshe and Stephen Lowe

Luciano Domiciano from Col Choilm, Swords collected his Junior Cert results. He is pictured here with his mother, Gleice

Orla Boyle and Shauna Markey are pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Donabate Community College

Aoibhe Rice and Katie Skelly of Loreto Secondary School in Balbriggan

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Portmarnock Community School are, Shaun Dinan, Abbie Murphy, Maria Kelly, Ellie Wallnutt and Claire McGowan

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results are St.Josephs Secondary School Rush students, Jamie Rogan, Eamonn Higgins, Stephen Clarke, Abdulrasaq Tajudeen and Kevin Kelly

Aoife Reid, Ellen Barry and Caoimhe Flynn are pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Malahide Community School

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Portmarnock Community School are Jack Adams, Chloe Bissett and Chloe Byrne

Fingal Community College Students, Scott Boylan, Tafa Mutusa, Michael Kwok, Hassan Mahdi and Josh Clegg pictured after receiving their results.

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results are Balbriggan Community College students, Sean Gaffney and Eoin Wiley

Pictured after receiving their results at Balbriggan Community College are students, Sarah Kendellen and Hannah Dunne.

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results are Balbriggan Community College students, Tige Boyne, Dylan Andrews and Paul McCarville

Delighted with their results are Chloe Renaud, Aisling Byrne, Abby Grogam and Sophie Sweeney of Skerries Community College

Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan student Rachel Richardson

Kate Lehane, Mark Mitchell and Shona Whitfield are pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Malahide Community School

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Pictured are happy Colaiste Choilm Swords students, James Kiernan and Craig Walsh after receiving their Junior Cert results

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27th September 2016

Newman Happy With Road Repairs

O’Dwyers Launch Major Development Plan O’Dwyers GAA Club from Balbriggan launched their new Development Plan at a ceremony at the Bracken Court Hotel on Thursday last, which was launched by County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler. In early 2016, a decision was taken by the club to develop a five year strategic development plan. The purpose of this was to guide and advise ongoing management and development, so that O’Dwyers GAA club can maximise its beneficial influence on the local community. The plan covers many different aspects of the club, including fundraising and financial management, club structures and administration, membership and games development. The plan will build on the club’s strengths and deal with potential challenges. Club chairman, Liam Howley spoke to the County Leader about how this Development Plan will have a beneficial impact on this great club. He said, “Two members came to me last January and asked if we could put a plan together because they wanted to move the club forward. It is something I had been trying to do for the past few years, so the club gave them the go ahead. I’m thrilled that we have come this far and we’re delighted to be able to present it to the community this evening,” he said. “The main thrust of the plan is to get teams of all ages coached in a proper manner and at some stage to get ourselves into a new clubhouse, with proper playing facilities and for the children to develop their skills. The town has expanded so

Pictured at the launch of O'Dwyers GAA Club's Development Plan at the Bracken Court Hotel, Balbriggan are, Liam Howley, Club Chairman and County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler

rapidly that we need to expand the club accordingly. We have been working very closely with the County Council and we’re delighted with our progress.” “Balbriggan is one of the fastest growing towns in Ireland and just to put a perspective on it, there are, according to a survey carried out by the club, more children attending primary school in Balbriggan than in all of County Monaghan. It’s our duty to provide facilities for them, ”he said. County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler said, “It’s great to see a great club like O’Dwyers taking an initiative like this and to see all the hard work that has gone into this. Our job as politicians is to help out and it’s much easier to help when clubs put in so much effort themselves. This is a great occasion for O’Dwyers and this document is a very sound basis to take action and so hopefully they’ll achieve their plan and have improved facilities.

Local councillor, Joe Newman (NP) is delighted that work has commenced at last on the improvement of the roads in River Valley estate in Swords, which were left in a poor state of repair after previous works by utility companies. He told the County Leader, “In the past few years since being elected, I have been raising the issue of the deterioration of the roads in River Valley. The estate is over 40 years old and there has been lots of work carried out by different utility companies, like ESB, Bord Gais, Telecoms etc. All this work has caused subsidence to the road infrastructure and the cycle ways have deteriorated. I have brought up these and many related issues at Council level and temporary work was carried out near the shops to level out the road there,” he said. Newman continued, “The Engineering Department of the County Council gave a commitment to me that they would contact the utility companies to get them to do repairs on the works they left behind and it has taken until now to sort this out. I’m delighted to see contrac-

tors working on behalf of Bord Gais Networks carrying out repairs to a number of areas where work was carried out. This is an ongoing issue and I intend to carry on making sure that the roads in the estate are returned to their former condition,” he concluded.

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Fingal Old IRA Rounds Off Remarkable Year The final two events in the Fingal Old IRA Commemorative Society calendar of events to commemorate the local men and women of 1916 took place over the weekend. On Saturday, 24th September, County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler officially opened a landmark Memorial in Lusk to commemorate the men and women of Lusk and Fingal who participated in the Easter 1916 Rising under the command of Thomas Ashe, principal of Corduff National School The following day, the Fingal Old IRA Commemorative Society gathered at Rath Cross in Ashbourne to official open the newly completed Memorial dedicated to the success of the Fingal Brigade at the Battle of Ashbourne, led by Thomas Ashe. After Mass at Ballymadun, Society members gathered at the memorial, which was opened by Noel McAllister, Chairman of the Society. The memorial had been opened originally in 1959, but due to flack

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Pictured at the Fingal Dublin Chamber Networking Lunch at Wetherspoon's Old Boro in Swords are, Guy Thompson (Chamber President), Ed Hearne (Fingal County Council) and Tony Lambert (Chamber CEO)

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Balbriggan citizens over the age of 60 are invited to drop in to the local Senior Citizens Club on High Street in the town any weekday for a chat or a cuppa or just to watch TV from 10am until noon. It’s a great way to make new friends, or renew old friendships. Bingo sessions take place on Tuesdays at 8.30pm in the Senior Citizens Hall.

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Advertising Feature

27th September 2016

Skerries Citizens Information Centre Celebrating 40 Years Serving The Community Of North County Dublin Last week, Skerries Citizens Information Centre celebrated 40 years providing a free, confidential and impartial information and assistance service to the people of Skerries on all their rights and entitlements. A celebratory day was work and dedication of held at the centre’s New the first committee and Street premises in the its volunteers in estabtown, where volunteers, lishing an essential past and present, service in the community. McCann, attended an open day. Andrew Here they celebrated this Development Manager of milestone, as well as the Fingal Citizens recognising the hard Information Service said,

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“The concept for a Citizens Information Centre in Skerries came from the Skerries D e v e l o p m e n t Association, now known as the Skerries Community Association. The first Chairperson of the Skerries Citizens Information Centre was Mary (Maisie) Grimes, Vice-President was Carmel Boylan, Treasurer Helen Fullam and Honorary Secretary Frances (Fran) McDonough. The service was established with grant-aid at the time from the NSSB (National Social Services Board), as well as fundraising in the

Manager Andrew McCann is pictured outside Skerries Citizens Information Centre on New Street, Skerries

community through local events.” “Initially the service opened four hours per week from the local Health Centre on Thomas

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Hand Street. At that time the catchment area for the service included Skerries, Lusk, Rush, Balbriggan, Naul and surrounding areas.” Over the years the centre has moved location from the Health Centre to Holmpatrick Terrace, Churchfield Close, Strand Street, and now finally in New Street, Skerries since February 2010. In 2004, Skerries CIC became part of the Fingal (North County) Citizens Information Service. Andrew explained about the similarity between the service 40 years ago and that of today. “The first query dealt with in 1976 was in relation to a Medical Card, and 40 years later, the service is still dealing with Medical Card queries. Other queries dealt with in those early days include queries on tax, consumer right (hire purchase),

PRSI records, delays with Social Welfare payments, free electricity allowance, social welfare entitlements, and quite a topical one, social housing needs and

centre dealt with 4,578 queries.” he said. In 2015, 44 per cent of queries related to social welfare, 12 per cent being health (including medical cards), 11 per cent travel

Skerries Citizens Information Centre volunteers, Edith McMahon and Hilda Comerford

grants. Today the queries are of a similar nature, but more complex. In 1976 the centre dealt with a total of 250 queries. In 2015 the

and recreation and 8 per cent being money and tax. Part of our work now includes advocacy representation work including liaising with landlords,

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employers and the Department of Social Protection. This work is done by specially trained Part Time staff members. In 1976 the service was run purely by volunteers, and information was accessed via a “paperbased” system, and queries were recorded in a “daybook”. The centre has come a long way from those early days of paper based information and local fundraising. In 2016 the service is run by a mix of volunteers, scheme workers and part-time paid staff. Information is updated daily on www.citizensinformation.ie which is the primary source of information. Queries are logged electronically where they can be analysed and extrapolated nationally. Information provision is provided one-to-one, by phone and by email. The service is funded on an annual basis by the Citizens Information Board (who are in turn funded by the Department of Social Protection). Andrew said, “Although time has moved on, the service is still needed now more than ever.” Andrew is also responsible for the Swords, Balbriggan and Malahide centres as well as the Skerries centre. “In the early days the centre dealt with simpler queries and application form requests. Now we deal with much more complex cases, such as social welfare eligibility and entitlements,

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Skerries Citizens Information Centre Celebrating 40 Years Serving The Community Of North County Dublin social welfare appeals, working out your taxes, employment, family and consumer issues as well as many more complex queries which may need more direct intervention and advocacy,” he said. He continued, “Our team is required to complete mandatory training to ensure they are knowledgeable and professional in their dealings with the public. Even in the age of technology and access to instant information, people still

Pictured at the 40th anniversary celebrations at Skerries Citizens Information Centre at New Street, Skerries are, Andrew McCann (Manager), Brendan Ryan TD, Helen Fullam, Frances McDonough (founding member), Cllr Tony Murphy (Acting County Mayor) and Mary Conway (volunteer)

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need to be heard, listened to, helped and guided with all life’s difficulties.” The ethos of the service has remained as a totally confidential, impartial and non-judgemental service providing information, assistance and advocacy to the public on all their social and civic rights and entitlements. “Our reputation is built on providing a quality consistent service to the public. The vast majority of our callers come to us through referral from friends / family,” he said. “In order to provide a quality service, we need to ensure our team is trained. As a service we provide mandatory training to all new team members and we support them to attend both internal and external training events.

In addition, team members can complete recognised FETAC accredited training in the area of information provision. Providing correct information and clear options to our clients is key to the reputation of our service. Volunteers are regularly recruited and are required to commit a minimum three hours per week to the service in addition to training / meeting commitments. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank all volunteers, past and present, the founding

committee, some of whom are with us today, and other team members, for developing, enhancing and growing this service to meet the needs of the people of Skerries,” he stated. The Skerries Citizens Information Centre is open Monday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Members of the public are free to call in person to the office in 13 New Street, Skerries, phone 0761 07 7500 or email queries to fingal@citinfo.ie. No appointment necessary.

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Picture Special

27th September 2016

Fingal Dublin Chamber Golf Outing in Skerries

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WINNIN TEAM Brian O'Brien and Martina Hilliard pictured at the Fingal Dublin Chamber annual golf event.

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Team Pavilions; Noel Crilly, Derek Yeats and Ian Hunter pictured at the Fingal Dublin Chamber annual golf event.

Team Fingal County Council; Billy McClean, Cian O'Ceilleachair, Colm Connell and Paul Smyth pictured at the Fingal Dublin Chamber annual golf event.

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Local News

27th September 2016

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Picture Special

27th September 2016

MALAHIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Adult Education Department

Nikki Fitzpatrick, Ellen Gunning, Jackie Connolly and Lourdes Espinosa at the 40th anniversary celebrations of Adult Education at Malahide Community School

Claire Bradley and Seamus Kavanagh

Herbert Alexander and John Daly

David McLaughlin and Anne Doyle

Malahide Community School held an art competition among students to mark the 40th anniversary of Adult Education at the school. The winner was Robert Morgan and the runners-up were Grace Maughan, Saoirse O'Regan and Cara Lynch Pictured are teacher, Keith Coady, Robbie Harrold, with the winning entry (Robert Morgan was unavailable), Siobhan Maughan with her daughter Grace's entry, Principal, Patricia McDonagh representing Cara Lynch and Saoirse O'Regan with her entry

Caretaker, Pat Hickey (centre) was presented with a painting by artist Herbert Alexander in recognition of his long service to the school. Pat is pictured with the artist, Herbert Alexander (left) and Director of Adult Education, Robbie Harrold

Robbie Harrold (Director of Adult Education) is pictured with members of the Enchiriadis Treis Choir, Ann Harvey, Paul Hanna and Jim McCormack at the 40th anniversary celebrations of Adult Education at Malahide Community School

Celebrating 40 Years of Adult Education in the Community

John Keogh, Robbie Harrold and Brian Darcy

Bill McCartney and Tony Brady

A special night of celebration took place at Malahide Community School on Monday, 19th September last, to mark the 40th anniversary of Adult Education at the school. Director of Adult Education, Robbie Harrold welcomed guests, including some tutors who had given long and dedicated service to the community of Malahide and beyond. Over the last 40 years, the school has introduced, maintained and promoted Adult Education, offering the opportunity to the community to continually learn and develop new skills and improve capacities. An art competition, depicting the 40th anniversary of Adult Education was held during the year for day pupils of the school. A total of 120 entries were received, which was whittled down to four, with the eventual winner, Robert Morgan and the three runners-up, Grace Maughan, Saoirse Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Regan and Cara Lynch being recognised on the night. There were presentations to caretaker, Pat Hickey and tutor, Michael Killen for their long and dedicated service. They were presented with beautiful paintings by local artist, Herbert Alexander. Another highlight of the night was a presentation to Robbie Harrold by school principal, Patricia McDonagh, in recognition of his long and dedicated service to adult education, rounding off a wonderful evening of memories.

Erin McBride, Shauna Whelan and Margaret Hayden

Michael Keating and John White

Margaret Maher, Declan Donnelly and Susie Hall

Tutor, Michael Killen (2nd left)was presented with a painting by artist Herbert Alexander in recognition of his long service as a tutor at the school. Michael is pictured with the artist, Herbert Alexander (left), Director of Adult Education, Robbie Harrold and school principal, Patricia McDonagh

Miriam and Ken McClean

School principal, Patricia McDonagh made a presentation to Robbie Harrold, Director of Adult Education to mark his contribution over the years, at the 40th anniversary celebrations of Adult Education at Malahide Community School

Deirdre Lynott, Evelyn Harris, Tara McCarthy, school principal Patricia McDonagh and Susan Howard

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Classes & Courses

27th September 2016

October Events At Emmaus Centre Autumn has arrived with cold mornings, crispy leaves and conkers. Why not treat yourself to a day out at the Emmaus Centre to one of the many workshops and programmes that will take place throughout the month of October. Starting on 7th - 9th October, Barbara Perry chf will be at the Emmaus Centre to facilitate a 2 day Programme entitled Emmaus Dance Meditation and Sacred Dance Weekend. On 15th October, Aisling Killoran and Ray Manning from the Accomplish Change Clinic in Dublin will

More Local Children Registered Under ECCE Scheme

Pictured are happy students from St Mary's Secondary School, Baldoyle with their Junior Cert results, Back row: Rachel Campbell, Lauren Buckley, Amy O'Neill, Kathlyn Reynolds, Maria long, Juliette Cullen, Shauna McAney and Shannon Conroy. Front row: Katie Cummins, Kelly Tighe, Lynn Byrne and Kayleigh Williams

Fit Kids/Fit Teens Dance School It’s been an incredible year for the Fit Kids/Fit Teens Dance School and to top it off, their young eight year-old old breakdancer, Gustas Geciauskas has just won the UDO World Hip Hop Championships 2016 for Ireland in Glasgow. The dance school has been scooping up major Hip Hop and Breakdance awards for many years, both nationally and internationally, but this is a historic moment, claiming gold in a final against Germany! Set up nearly thirty years ago, Fit Kids/Fit Teens attracts many children (from 3 years old) and teenagers to their popular classes throughout Leinster, eager to learn the latest moves, gain confidence and make lots of friends. They have been involved in many

exciting TV events, including TV3 Toy Show, Late Late Toy Show, Swipe TV, Operation Transformation, Got To Dance and much more. They have also become popular for performing Flash Mobs including Ryanair Flash Mobs in Manchester and Glasgow and many Charity performances. After the Summer break, they are delighted to be back on Tuesdays in Swords at St Colmcilles GFC, Applewood and also to be commencing a brand new class at Flemington Community Centre, Balbriggan on Tuesday 4th October. An exciting term is planned ahead with Halloween parties, Christmas Displays, Hip Hop Idol national competition, Hip Hop For Homeless Danceathon and much more. All boys and girls are welcome and parents/guardians are more than welcome to stay and watch the fun. Fee is just €7 (pay as you go). There is also a discount monthly rate and family discount.

Local Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell has said that figures from the Department of Children and Youth Affairs have shown the importance of the ECCE scheme to parents, with an increase of 31.5 per cent in the number of children registered for the scheme in the Fingal local authority area since 2009. He said, “Between

2009 and 2015, the number of children registered for the ECCE scheme in the local authority area has increased by 31.5 per cent according to figures from the Department of Children and Youth Affairs. This highlights the importance of this scheme to our local area, with 5,337 children registered for it in the county in 2015.

present a one day workshop entitled Find Your True Self - Let the Transformation Begin! Also on 15th October they have a one day programme on Being an Adult in the World Resolving Childhood Insecurities by Father Jim Cogley. On the weekend of the 22nd and 23rd October, Denis Gleeson cfc. will present a two day workshop programme on Trusting in God: Embracing Freedom. They welcome Maria Lynch to the Centre again to present a one day workshop on 23rd October about Confidence & Assertiveness for Women. On 29th October, Sr. Sally Hyland will take you through a reflective day that will explore the meaning and transformative power of love, compassion and hospitality. “Jesus looked at him with love” Mark 10:12. You can book online at www.emmaus.ie for any of these programmes or just call the Emmaus Centre on 01-8700050.

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Workshops and Programmes At Emmaus in October 7th – 9th Oct – Emmaus Dance Meditation & Sacred Dance Weekend Weekend Programme Friday - Sunday Facilitator: Barbara Perry chf – Cost: €190.00 residential or €120 Non-Residential

15th Oct – Find Your True Self – Let the Transformation Begin! One Day Workshop Facilitator: Aisling Killoran & Ray Manning – Cost: €65.00 Light Lunch Included

15th Oct – Being an Adult in the World - Resolving Childhood Insecurities One Day Workshop Facilitator: Father Jim Cogley – Cost: €60.00 Light Lunch Included

22nd – 23rd Oct – Trusting in God: Embracing Freedom 22nd & 23rd October Weekend Programme Saturday - Sunday Facilitator: Denis Gleeson cfc – Cost: €135.00 residential or €95 NonResidential

23rd Oct – Confidence & Assertiveness for Women One Day Workshop Facilitator: Maria Lynch – Cost: €65.00 Light Lunch Included

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Picture Special & Local News

27th September 2016

Balbriggan Chamber Of Commerce Houseproud Reopens In Skerries

Business Networking Event At Bremore Castle

Gemma Dwyer, House Proud

Edel McGuinness (EMG Property Consultants) and Judith Troy (AIB Balbriggan)

Gerry Andrews, Kevin Halpenny (Fingal County Council, who briefed the gathering on the progress and history of Bremore Castle) and Cllr Tony Murphy

Michael Hoey (Country Crest), Chris Harmon (Country Crest) and Kevin Halpenny (Fingal County Council)

Maureen and Tom Walsh (Tristar Travel)

Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce held a Breakfast Networking event in the imposing surroundings of Bremore Castle in the town last Wednesday morning. The event, which had a limited attendance due to safety restrictions at the Castle, which is still under construction and development, represented the first time for many of the attendees to visit the building. Senior Parks Superintendent with Fingal County Council, Kevin Halpenny gave a very interesting Powerpoint presentation outlining the history of the Castle, dating back to the 15th century, to its demise in the 18th century. It lay in ruins for over 250 years, until 1986, when work commenced on restoring the castle to its former glory. Kevin then brought the assembled gathering on a fascinating tour of the castle, with his deep understanding of history and how the castle is being restored in a most sympathetic way, with much of the restoration being carried out as if it was the 15th century. All present agreed that the County Council are doing a marvellous job in restoring this great castle, which is expected to provide a great tourism boost to Balbriggan when it opens fully to the public. There are 100 acres zoned as a regional park, including a Recreational Hub as part of the plan. Chamber CEO, Sean Corrigan thanked Kevin Halpenny for his expert knowledge and fascinating information about this wonderful project.

John McKeown (Mac Far) and Conor Herlihy (AIB Balbriggan)

CEO of Balbriggan Chamber, Sean Corrigan, with Luke Moriarty, President of Balbriggan Chamber

Kevin Tolan and Michael Armitage

Pat and Monica Hickey (McNally Funeral Directors)

Richard Berney (UHY Farrelly Dawe White) and Gerard McAuley (Jack Murphy Clothing)

Breege Watson (Balbriggan Medical Centre) and Louise Maloney (Stitch It, Brand It, Name It)

Monica Hickey (McNally Funeral Directors), John Cumisky (REA, Balbriggan), Margaret Holland and Billy Duff (both Ashling Dry Cleaners)

Neil Anderson (Achievers) and Colin Whelan (Omnisys)

CEO of Balbriggan Chamber, Sean Corrigan is pictured outside Bremore Castle with Kevin Halpenny, Senior Parks Superintendent, Fingal County Council

Houseproud, the curtain and bedlinen store has returned to its original premises off Church Street in Skerries. 5 years after it initially closed due to the recession. Specialising in readymade curtains and bedlinen, Houseproud now can measure, fit and supply all types of window blinds at very keen prices. They are also selling Troscan Irish made furniture and have a special offer on RESPA mattresses. Skerries own Gemma Dwyer is now working in the store, coming back to what’s she knows best from her days in McFadden’s of Balbriggan. Gemma has a wealth of experience in blinds, curtains and bedlinen. Pop into Houseproud opposite Supervalu from Tuesday to Saturday.

Applications Invited For Youth Sport Grants The County Council have confirmed that applications are invited from Voluntary Sporting organisations in Fingal for funding under the Youth Sport Small Grant Scheme 2016. The Council Sports Office aims to support sport in Fingal by increasing opportunities to participate in sport, delivering excellent and innovative programmes, providing training, leading and raising the profile of sport in the county. The Youth Sport (Small Grant) Scheme aims to assist existing clubs towards equipment purchase, referee / coaching fees etc., Applications that create a positive impact on participation levels and demonstrate sustainability within the club may have a greater chance for funding approval. If the club was awarded 2016 Activity Funding you are ineligible to apply for the Youth Sports Grant. The deadline for receipt of completed applications is 4pm on Friday 14th October 2016. To be eligible organisations / clubs must

be situated within the boundaries of Fingal, have sport for young people (under 18 years) as its primary focus. They must operate as a ‘not for profit’ club or organisation that is open to public membership. They must have a voluntary management committee with elected officers and be affiliated to Sport Ireland recognised National Governing Body. Clubs must also have a bank account in its own name and adequate insurance cover for all aspects of their activities. They must have policies and practices that are inclusive and encourage participation regardless of gender, race or ability and operate under the basis of best practice for children in sport. Any club member involved with the youth activities of the club must have attended a Safeguarding 1 (formerly Code of Ethics) course and the club’s designated Children’s Officer must hold the Sport Ireland accredited Children’s Officer/ Safeguarding 2 certificate, and provide the certificate number.

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Advertising Feature

27th September 2016

We are coming into that time of year when weather conditions will be unkind to the cars that were only a few weeks ago cruising along, embracing those glorious summer weeks, blissfully unaware of the approaching stresses and strains they may have to endure in the months ahead. So, do take some time to consider how you can prepare your car in every way possible for the most unforgiving of seasons. By adhering to the following tips, we can help to avoid those potentially perilous pitfalls:

ANTI-FREEZE As we approach the first frost of the year, a sudden severe lick of winter can occur without warning. Now is the time to prepare for such an eventuality and stock up on a bottle or two of anti-freeze, and fill your car up sooner rather than later. It’ll be too late on that morning you’re in a rush and only realise there’s a thick sheet of ice on your windscreen once you arrive at your car. You don’t want to put yourself in a position

where you feel you have to then rush to your destination. Also, remember to have an ice scraper and de-icer handy. You are likely to be able to pick these items up from a local petrol station or a hardware store, of which there are many here in the North County.

TYRES It cannot be emphasised enough how crucial it is to ensure your tyres are road safe for those looming icy roads. Make sure that both

the tread and pressure of your tyres are in tip-top conditions for those lethal winter months. If you haven’t already, don’t forget to replace that spare tyre you last used. Potholes and uneven roads can cause serious damage to tyres, and during Winter they often fill with water which turns to ice, expanding them and making them much worse. The results of a recent AA survey show that 11 per cent of motorists have had a tyre blow out in the last 4 years. With this in mind, the AA is urging motorists to give their car a bit of TLC. Local garages all over the North County will be able to provide you excellent service and offers to get those tyres up to scratch.

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27th September 2016

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Recent published deaths from the North County MC ARDLE, Joseph (Paschal ), ( Retired Garda Síochána Sergeant. Formerly Drumconrath, Monaghan, Clones, Lusk, Balbriggan and Balrothery ) - 22nd September 2016 (Peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital beloved husband of Eilish and father of Seamus, Denise and Ciara, sons-inlaw Charlie and Peter, daughter-in-law Aideen, grandchildren Charley and Alex, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace MURPHY, Austin, (Balbriggan, Formerly of Loreto Avenue, Rathfarnham Dublin 14 ) 22nd September 2016 (Suddenly) at his home. Sadly missed by Patricia, his loving children Mary, Rachel, Austin, Michael and Brian, grandchildren Abby, Aaron, Leah, Mason, Clyde and Lillie, brothers Anthony and Martin, sister Josephine, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace DUNNE, Bernard, (Malahide, Co. Dublin ) 20th September 2016 (peacefully) at St. Francis Hospice, Raheny; sadly missed by his broken hearted wife Maeve, son Brendan, daughter-in-law Nicola, brothers, sisters, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace MALONE, Denis, (Malahide, Co. Dublin ) 20th September 2016 (peacefully) in Talbot Lodge Nursing Home surrounded by his loving family, beloved husband of Noelene, very sadly missed by his daughters Siobhan and Orlagh, sons Conor and Brendan, daughters-in-law Louise and Magda, grandchildren Conor, Liam, Sarah, Ciara, Jack, Aleksander, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace MCGRATH (née Burgess), Paula, (Skerries, Co. Dublin ) - 19th September 2016 (peacefully) at home surrounded by her loving family, Paula, wife of the late Gordon, sadly missed by her loving son Stephen, sisters, Anne, Mary, Kathleen, Lynda and Nuala, good friend Fergie, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace MC NALLY (née Lowth), Maeve, (Skerries, Co. Dublin ) - 18th September 2016 (peacefully) surrounded by her loving family at Bon Secours hospital, Maeve, beloved wife of Paddy (Col. RTD.) sadly missed by her children Conor, Ross, Maeve and Aoibheann, grandchildren Darragh, Aislinn, Brigid, Róisin, Patrick, Sorcha, Alex, Bláithín, Ross and Alannah, great grandchild Leo Austin, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. LYNCH, Nicky (Malahide, Co. Dublin and former golf professional at Sutton Golf Club) 23rd September 2016 (peacefully) at home surrounded by his loving family, Nicky will be very sadly missed by his loving wife Phyllis, his daughters Anne-Marie and Nicola, sonsin-law Paddy and Alan, grandchildren Christopher, Katherine, Nicky and Sarah, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, extended family and wide circle of friends. Rest in peace.

of Sherlock Park, Skerries 9th Anniversary on 29th September Time may have passed on but the ache is still the same. They say that time is a great healer but this I do not believe. Until we meet again, then I will believe. Love you always from your loving wife Sheila ~~~~~~~~ Dear Dad Thinking of you daily, miss the laughs & banter but the memories of our laughter & banter together keep me going Love & miss you always Deirdre and family ~~~~~~~~ Dad, nine years have passed now since I last heard your voice or saw your smile. Even though you are gone from us you will never be forgotten. Love always Marie & Family ~~~~~~~~ Nine years have gone but you live on forever Don and family ~~~~~~~~ Life is tough without you Dad, I miss you everyday, But I know we’ll be together again, When we fly where eagles soar Stephen, Linda and Family ~~~~~~~~ I know how much you loved us Dad as much as we loved you, If the sun could rise and dry our eyes of tears that fall for you. We miss you Dad every day, your laugh and the joy you'd bring and all the memories that we hold is such a precious thing. Stephanie, Brendan and family ~~~~~~~~ One of life’s true gentlemen Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday Unseen, unheard but always near, So loved, so missed, so dear. Pascal, Sharon and family

Miracle Prayer Sacred Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. S.S

Fingal County Council I Derek Whyte intend to apply for permission for development at this site At (vacant site adjacent to no. 1 westbrook avenue), Westbrook Avenue, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin The development will consist/consists of The construction of 2 no houses (each house will be semi-detached and two storey). House type “a” will be a two story two bedroom semi-detached house, house type “b” will be a two story one bedroom house, construction of a communanl entrance to serve both houses, connection to public services (foul sewer, surface water and watermains) and all assocaited site works. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought for 3 bedroom, 2 storey detached dwelling, also waste water treatment system and percolation area, plus all associated site development works at Sundrive Road, Rush, Co Dublin for Denise Murphy. The planning application may be inspected or

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Sacred Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Many thanks to all my angels and saints. M.P

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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 during the public opening hours 9.30-15.30 Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of 20 euros within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Mc Cabes Pharmacy, intend to apply for Permission for development at this address: Unit 1, Station Road, Lusk, Co. Dublin. The proposed development will consist of: Subdivision of existing pharmacy to provide separate new doctors surgery unit, with new unit entrance, and all associated works and site works. The planning application maybe 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 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 Authorityon payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, 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 Bristol Myers Squibb is applying to Fingal County Council for development Permission at Swords Laboratories, Watery Lane, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development consists of the construction of a new permanent entrance (8.4m in width) to the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Watery Lane Road at the location of the temporary entrance granted under permission F14A/0212. The proposed entrance will include site clearance, the provision of a 7.65m wide, 2m high palisade sliding gate with cladding to match the existing along the line of the existing boundary fencing, the provision of a covered drainage channel to the same location and ancillary works to the existing footpath and carriageway. The application relates to an establishment which has an Industrial Emissions Licence (P0014-04). The application relates to development consisting of modifications to an establishment to which the Major Accidents Directive applies. 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, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing 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. Fingal County Council Planning permission is being sought by Kevin Neary, at ‘Youngers’, Beaverstown Road, Donabate, Co. Dublin, for a development consisting of the demolition of the existing glass houses on site, subdivision of the existing 6 bedroom dormer dwelling to now provide 2 no. 4 bedroom dormer dwellings.

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27th September 2016 The proposed development will also consist of an increase in the overall floor area from 451 sq.m. to 472 sq.m. (251 sq.m. for House A and 221 sq.m. for House B) as well as all associated elevation changes, relocation and modification of existing vehicular entrance and provision of a new vehicular entrance to proposed House B, in-curtilage car parking, landscaping, boundary treatment (including setting back of existing front boundary and new boundary between House a and House B), new footpath and all associated site development and engineering works necessary to facilitate the proposed 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 Fingal County Council during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council We, Jason and Maria O’Toole, intend to apply for planning permission for remodelling and an extension of the existing dwelling at 10 Ashleigh Lawn, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The works will include the setting back of the existing western boundary gable wall creating side access along the western elevation of the dwelling, new boundary wall in lieu of western gable western, a first floor extension to the west and rear of the dwelling, a two storey extension to the front of the dwelling, with a bay window creating attic space in the new west 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 Fingal County Council during its public opening hours and a

submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing, on payment of the prescribed fee within the periodof 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Damien Dunne for retention of alterations and extensions to rear of house and for retention of domestic garage at Milverton, Skerries. 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 (20euro) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We, Board of Management of Coláiste Choilm CBS, intend to apply for planning permission for single storey extension to the north of the existing Special Educational Unit at Coláiste Choilm CBS, Dublin Road, Swords, Co. Dublin. The extension will include additional teaching space with ancillary accommodation. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning application is sought by Niall & Elayne McGrath for internal and external renovations and alterations of existing farm house with single storey extension to side and rear, demolition of single storey lean-

to bathroom and storage shed; conversion and internal alterations to existing stone outbuilding and its incorporation into the existing farm house; new proprietary wastewater treatment plant and percolation area, associated landscaping and site works at Wyestown, Oldtown, Co. Dublin. The proposed works are to be carried out to a Protected Structure RPS No. 0900. 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 (20 Euros) 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 retention of existing concrete post and timber panel fence forming a new boundary to the south east of existing detached house (located approximately 130 m north of entrance to Kenure Lawns), Park Road, Rush, Co. Dublin for PWCPS. 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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