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Politicians please note
Due to pressure of space, each representative is limited to 150 words in their report (including name and contact details).
Please keep reports relevant to Lucan
Please note: Wednesday 10pm is the weekly deadline.
Derren O Bradaigh, Lucan Sinn Fein Area Rep
Mobile: 087-2136345
Email: dobradaighsf@gmail.com
F/B: https://m.facebook.com/DerrenOBradaighSF
Twitter: @DerrenBrady1
Web: www.sinnfeindublinmidwest.com
Finnstown Abbey - Repainting of Road Markings
Working with my colleague Cllr Niamh Fennell, we submitted a motion to the recent area committee calling for the faded road markings throughout Finnstown to be repainted. This work will now be carried out in the coming weeks.
R403 Celbridge Road - New Bus Shelters
I'm delighted that the Council have also agreed to a further Sinn Fein motion on the previous issue that I raised a couple of for two new bus shelters at the new stops closest to Backweston, Tubber Lane and Hallwell. These will be included under the Bus Stop Enhancement Programme funding.
Airlie Park - Water Station
The council have written back to state that the water station nearest the Tram Cafe will be inspected and listed for repair. I raised this two weeks ago.
Minister Emer Higgins TD, Fine Gael
Constituency Office: 01 401 3416
Insta: @emerhigginstd
Facebook: www.facebook.com/EmerHigginsTD
Emer.higgins@oireachtas.ie
Lucan House Update
Progress continues on the Lucan House Masterplan, now moving through feasibility and concept design stages, with the final plan expected to go to Council by June. I'm delighted that Cruinniu na nOg, the national day of free creativity for children and young people under 18, will take place at Lucan House on Saturday June 7th, with music, dance, games and more for all ages.
Don't forget to sign up - Darkness Into Light
Join us for Darkness Into Light on May 10th in St. Catherine’s Park. Sign up at darknessintolight.it and select Lucan as your location. Let’s walk together and support the vital work of Pieta.
Newsletter April 2025:
This week, my Lucan newsletter was delivered across Lucan. If you haven't received it or would like another copy, don't hesitate to contact my office.
Cllr. Caroline Brady, Peace Commissioner, Fine Gael
085 2551602
CBrady@SDublinCoCo.ie
Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP)
I am pleased to be nominated at last week's County Council Meeting to the LCSP. The LCSP will be responsible for developing and implementing a tailored community safety plan that addresses local needs and concerns through coordinated, strategic action. The LCSP is a major step in supporting stronger, safer communities. Representing your safety priorities is a key focus and a core commitment for me and central to Fine Gael's Local Election manifesto.
Taking in Charge (TIC) Paddocks / Shackleton
The Paddocks cannot be taken in charge until connected to public roads and drainage, which depends on Shackleton TIC. Shackleton is delayed due to non-compliant street nameplates and private EV chargers in public areas. Once these issues are resolved it will allow both developments to progress taking in charge.
Paul Gogarty, TD
Working with Cllr Helen Farrell
Not just at election time
Dail office: 01-6184078
Whatsapp: 089-2364871
Website: www.paulgogarty.com
Tenant in Situ delays
I'm hugely concerned at Government delays in providing funding clarity to local authorities to enable them to process 'Tenant in Situ' purchases. While a solution is supposed to be due shortly, the delays have caused major problems for many residents facing evictions because landlords needed to sell. Will keep chasing up.
Latest Lucan Video Update published
This detailed update with Cllr Helen Farrell was circulated on Facebook on Wednesday. It is also now available to view, with additional written news items on my website. Search 'April/May'.
Other local issues
Recently my office has reported a dangerous pothole at Ballydowd, an outbreak of graffiti near Willsbrook, parking spots being blocked on the Celbridge Link Road and the need to fix uneven pathway repairs in Ballyowen Park.
Cllr. Helen Farrell, Independent
Working with Paul Gogarty, TD, Independent
Email: hfarrell@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
Tel: 087-2794936
Facebook: http://bit.ly/4jHwrjR
St. Joseph's College / Lucan Road Traffic Calming & Roadworks
More constituents contacted me this week about the scheme's plans, and the intrinsic safety of the works themselves. The issue was discussed at length at Tuesday's Area Committee Meeting for Lucan, Palmerstown and N Clondalkin. For updates on this, including a response from the SDCC Manager on how they intend proceeding, look at my rolling update here: https://buff.ly/Kff3XIA, or scan the QR code.
Update on work with Paul Gogarty, TD
View our short video highlighting some of the local issues Paul and I have been addressing recently. Use your smartphone QR code reader or camera to scan the QR code, and it will load the link to the video. We'd love to hear about any other concerns or issues you're facing too.
Cllr Joanna Tuffy, Labour
Lucan Electoral Area. Phone 0876339077
Email jtuffy@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
All social media links at linktr.ee/joannatuffy
Update on Lucan Road, Lay-by, and junction layout
We had a discussion at this week's local Area Committee Meeting of the Council about the Lucan Road, junction layout. It lasted for about 20 minutes. The gist is any changes that might happen prior to taking in charge by the Council will be done as part of a safety audit. There were contributions to the discussion from local councillors and replies from 2 Senior Engineers - one of whom is from Roads and the other from the Active Travel section of the Council. This was on foot of a motion I had tabled to facilitate such a discussion. A recording of the webcast of the meeting is available online at https://sdcc.public-i.tv/ It was motion number 12. I will have a link on my Facebook page. Feel free to contact me for a link or with any questions or observations.
Cllr. Liona O Toole Independent
0872795274
lotoole@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
www.lotoole.com
Always working, always available
Footpath Repairs
My motion was passed at this week's council meeting, calling for inspection and repairs to the footpaths from the N4 down Courtneys Hill to Lucan village. The area will be included in the next footpath programme, with urgent hazards treated immediately.
Boules Court
I'm delighted the Council will engage with Griffeen Petanque Club to explore expanding the boules court. Supporting local sports, recreation, and wellbeing is something I strongly advocate for in our community.
Additional Lighting
I've secured agreement for a new streetlight at the Black Bridge in Esker Glebe. This area has been in darkness too long lighting will greatly improve pedestrian safety and visibility at night.
I'm always available to meet anyone who needs help, guidance on any issues, or document signing as your local Peace Commissioner.
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