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
Woodview Heights - New Access Path: Over the Christmas period, a new tarmac path was constructed providing improved pedestrian access for residents and walker in Woodview and Airlie Heights. This was completed under the Draft Public Realm Improvement Works Programme.
Adamstown - Cobble Block Paths: Despite having a motion agreed in November 2023 and pursuing the issue of dangerously raised cobble blocking at multiple locations throughout Castlegate/Adamstown, we have not seen any substantial repairs. I have raised this matter with South Dublin County Council again this week.
Hillcrest / Moy Glas & Sarsfield Park - Traffic Calming: The public consultation for proposed traffic calming measures is now closed. Under the proposal Sarsfield Park will receive new speed ramps. During December I completed an information leaflet to residents' homes in Moy Glass and the affected roads in Hillcrest. I hope that you had an opportunity to consider making a submission.
Cllr. Helen Farrell, Independent
Working with Paul Gogarty, TD, Independent
Email: hfarrell@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
Tel: 087-2794936
Facebook: http://bit.ly/4jHwrjR
Athbhliain faoi mhaise daoibh go leir; go raibh slainte, sonas agus athas agaibh i 2026.
Happy New Year to all; wishing you health, prosperity and joy in 2026.
Lucan Transport: Upcoming Dublin Bus & NTA Meetings: Thank you all who sent detailed feedback at short notice for Mon 12 Jan Dublin Bus meeting. Dublin Bus operates services, but decisions on routes, timetables and service levels rest with the NTA. A fuller meeting (likely a workshop) with the NTA is expected c. end-February, and that is where route changes/ fixes could be discussed. Email me with your issues.
Main issues flagged so far: insufficient frequency on key routes, cancellations and 'ghost buses', overcrowding, loss of Route 25, lack of reliable public transport to schools, weak Airport/rail/Luas connectivity and safety/antisocial behaviour concerns.
Cllr Joanna Tuffy, Labour
Lucan Electoral Area. Phone 0876339077
Email jtuffy@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
All social media links at linktr.ee/joannatuffy
One of the issues that was raised with me by several residents last year was the taking away of the pedestrian entrance and gate that led from the Lucan Heights Road to the back of the Church. I am aware that one parishioner made very detailed submissions to the Council that the new arrangement was dangerous to parishioners who walked to mass because they have to cross the entrance using the same gate as cars. But this complaint unfortunately was not taken on board by the Planning Enforcement Section who believe the changes are compliant with the Planning Permission for St. Joseph's. I also raised this issue with the Planning Enforcement section without success. In a letter from the Council, I received just before Christmas I was told 'This is an issue for the Board of Management of the School and Church/parishioners. A new pedestrian entrance may require planning permission.'
Cllr. Caroline Brady, Peace Commissioner, Fine Gael
085 2551602
CBrady@SDublinCoCo.ie
South Dublin Local Community Safety Partnership: I've been appointed to the Partnership by the Minister for Justice. The objectives are to prioritise issues raised by the community, improve multi-agency communication, and increase confidence in services. Statutory responsibilities include developing and implementing a three-year Local Community Safety Plan. First meeting 20th February, 10am. Please contact me with issues.
Free Bicycle Engraving at Lucan Garda Station 11th January, 12noon to 3pm: To prevent theft and aid recovery get your Eircode engraved on your bicycle. Please bring proof of address and identification.
Happy New Year: Wishing you a healthy, peaceful, and happy new year. Thank you to the Newsletter team for your work throughout the year, and to all volunteer organisations in Lucan for your outstanding contribution to our community. I look forward to working with you in the year ahead.
Cllr. Liona O Toole, Independent Peace Commissioner
0872795274.
lotoole@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
www.lotoole.com
I would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year!
This week I submitted a detailed report outlining key issues and questions relating to the bus network in the Lucan area. This report will inform a Dublin Bus presentation to councillors at next Monday's Council meeting.
This briefing is separate to the more detailed engagement with the NTA which is progressing following my successful motion passed last November. The NTA meeting will allow for a deeper, more technical discussion focused specifically on local issues.
To assist me in compiling evidence and local experiences I would really appreciate your input. Please take a moment to complete the short survey at the link below:
https://forms.gle/rTapAL9jfwREosGRA
Representation: My deadline to submit motions for the next Area Committee meeting is Tuesday. If you have any local issues you would like raised, please do get in touch.
Shane Moynihan, TD, Fianna Fail, Dublin Mid-West
Email: shane.moynihan@oireachtas.ie
Phone: 01-6184128
Find me on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok
Athbhliain faoi mhaise: Happy New Year to all the readers of the Lucan Newsletter and the Lucan Newsletter team.
Stripe Young Scientists: Thanks to all the students from St Joseph's, Colaiste Phadraig CBS and Adamstown Community College who took the time to speak to me about their projects at this year's Young Scientist Exhibition in the RDS. I was blown away by the ingenuity, creativity and passion of the students and credit is due to all the teachers who have worked with them on their projects.
DART+ SouthWest: Pleased to see progress on the timing of the delivery of Dart+ Southwest this week. I have been fighting for this project to be prioritised and will continue to do so until delivery is confirmed.
Update: My latest update is available at https://www.shanemoynihan.ie/your-december-2025-update/
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