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Metro Link Excitement
There was great excitement last week when the next stage of the Metro Link was announced. Politian's were falling over each other to say how good it was, as was the media and the city officials, never mentioning its flaws and justifying the cost. The cost of up to 17,7 billion euro is extremely high but they ignored the extra cost of almost 2.4 billion euro for an extra Dart rail line from Malahide beside the existing Dart line, then they will need another line from Clongriffen to the Airport with multi changing.
This would take the costs to over twenty billion euro for so little value. They never mention anything about reducing traffic congestion because it won't as tourists don't have cars, city centre users don't use cars to airport and it will take bus passengers, it will increase car usage on M1 to get to the Metro. It will end up with too many routes in one small area of the Northeast area and the city centre, (will explain later). while the rest of the Dublin and the countryside are left waiting for many more decades if at all.
Tom Newton 086 3127364 @ acratu.com
Politicians please note
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Cllr. Helen Farrell, Independent
Working with Paul Gogarty, TD, Independent
Email: hfarrell@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
Tel: 087-2794936
Facebook: http://bit.ly/4jHwrjR
Public Transport: I sent residents' recent experiences on overcrowding on rail and inadequate bus experiences, to SDCC's Transport Manager. He confirmed the feedback is being actively used to lobby for better capacity, reliability and connectivity across Adamstown, Kishoge and Lucan.
Road Safety: Following my raising concerns about pedestrian safety at the zebra crossings at Old Esker Lane/Griffeen Valley, SDCC confirmed they are looking at installing flashing beacons at the Greenway pedestrian crossing.
Lucan Village Green: Following my motion at the Area Committee Meeting, a specialist contractor will deep-clean stained limestone at the Village Green. SDCC will then assess sealing the stone and a long-term maintenance schedule.
Weston Airport: I have raised the outdated 1999 'noise contour' with SDCC / sought updated noise monitoring for residents affected by aircraft noise.
Shane Moynihan, TD, Fianna Fail, Dublin Mid-West
Email: shane.moynihan@oireachtas.ie
Phone: 01-6184128
Find me on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok
Working with Cllr Tanya McDonald
Adamstown and Kishogue Rail Stations: I have spoken with the NTA about the need to urgently fund additional capacity on the Dublin-Kildare line which serves Adamstown and Kishogue stations. While additional carriages are expected to be added next year, I have requested more immediate solutions in terms of scheduling. I have also directly raised it with the Minister for Transport.
Household Benefits Package: Are you aged over 66? If you are not already receiving the Household Benefit Package, you may be eligible to receive it. If you are aged under 66, there are certain conditions by which you may be eligible. If you would like to learn more, please contact my office.
Adamstown Civic Building: I welcome the granting of 7.5 million euro by Minister James Browne, which will be used to fund a civic building for Adamstown.
Paul Gogarty TD, Independent
Working with Cllr Helen Farrell
Not just at election time
Dail office: 01-6184078
Whatsapp: 089-2364871
Website: www.paulgogarty.com
Fuel prices and cost of living: I raised the need for help for hard-pressed residents in a number of contributions, while also pointing out the lack of movement on long term energy security including measures to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. We need a proper long-term vision.
Other Dail and Committee Contributions: This week these included highlighting historic deficits in assessments of need for children, raising the inadequate measures for repairing public housing with defective blocks, referencing transport investment and pricing again, discussing EU accession and examining legislation regarding parental leave for the loss of a child or fertility treatment.
Lucan and Adamstown Video updates: Cllr Helen Farrell and I are releasing a number of updates this month and all of these can be viewed at www.bit.ly/LASept26 .
Minister Emer Higgins TD, Fine Gael
Constituency Office: 01 401 3416
Insta: @emerhigginstd
Facebook: www.facebook.com/EmerHigginsTD
Emer.higgins@oireachtas.ie
New Funding Opportunity for Local Sports Clubs: A new round of Government funding is on the way for sports clubs in Lucan through the Community Sport Facilities Fund (CSFF), formerly the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme. If your club is planning upgrades, now is the time to start preparing an application. Clubs can keep an eye on gov.ie for details on application dates and eligibility criteria.
Hot School Meals Changes on the Way: Changes are coming to the Hot School Meals Programme following feedback from parents and schools. Children will have more choice, including hot or cold lunch options, while menus and portion sizes will be reviewed.
Liffey Descent Returns to Lucan: It was great to see the Liffey Descent back in Lucan, with plenty of local support along the river. New live commentary helped spectators follow the action. Well done to all competitors, organisers and volunteers involved.
Cllr. Caroline Brady, Peace Commissioner, Fine Gael
085 2551602
CBrady@SDublinCoCo.ie
Funding Opportunity Sports Clubs & Community Groups: The Community Sport Facilities Fund was announced this week, with grants of up to 750,000 euro available for sports and community facilities. If your club is considering improvements such as pitches, floodlights, dressing rooms, walking tracks or other facility upgrades, now is the time to start preparing.
A key first step is to check that your club is registered on the new SPRAOI system. Clubs previously registered on OSCAR will transfer automatically, but it is important to ensure your details are up to date before applications open.
Key Dates:
Registration opens 28th September
Applications open 19th October
Deadline 26th February 2027
Lucan House Wall: Repairs to two priority sections, including the collapsed Ball Alley section, are progressing through procurement, and are expected to commence in due course.
Cllr. Liona O Toole, Independent Peace Commissioner
0872795274.
lotoole@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
www.lotoole.com
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My motions passed at this week's Area Committee meeting along with an update on Lucan House & Demesne:
School Bus: Seeking an NTA review of a dedicated school bus pilot for Lucan, responding to school growth, traffic congestion and pressure on public bus services.
Patrick Sarsfield: Examining a permanent plaque, statue or public artwork in Lucan Village recognising Patrick Sarsfield's historic connection to Lucan and supporting our heritage offering.
Promoting Lucan: Seeking an updated approach to promoting Lucan Village as a visitor destination, building on recent investment, heritage, events and the Love Lucan campaign.
Lucan House & Demesne: Detailed design is progressing with Part 8 public consultation expected in Q4 2026 and the first phase of works anticipated for Q2/Q3 2027.
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