Politicians please note
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Please note: Wednesday 10pm is the weekly deadline.
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
Dail report: This week I raised the need for more transparent reporting in relation to Tusla's handling of child deaths and disappearances. Other contributions included school architectural planning issues, the Finance Bill and men's health. I also contributed to debates on making it easier to contest the Presidency and planning for a united Ireland. On the Enterprise Committee I spoke on reducing costs for business and the price of insurance.
Swimming Pool latest: The tender for the replacement contractor was due to be submitted this week. SDCC stated: 'These will be assessed immediately, and a permanent replacement contractor will be appointed at the earliest possible opportunity. In the meantime, an interim contractor has been appointed and is progressing all available work items to facilitate the sub-contractors already in agreement with SDCC'.
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
Local Policing Public Meeting: I attended a public meeting facilitated by Lucan Gardai last week. At this meeting there was a presentation on crime stats given by the Superintendent for Lucan. I raised a number of questions regarding policing strategy for tackling anti-social behaviour, uninsured scramblers and monitoring / access to apartment complexes and car parks. I was also given assurances there will be an additional 12-15 Gardai on duty for Halloween.
Woodview Heights and Lucan Surrounds: It was brought to my attention this week that a house was burgled in the Woodview Heights area with reports of suspicious activity more generally in the vicinity. Please take the time to always check in on elderly neighbours and family. I will be working with residents highlighting some practical deterrents in the period ahead and I am happy to meet with people.
Minister Emer Higgins TD, Fine Gael
Constituency Office: 01 401 3416
Insta: @emerhigginstd
Facebook: www.facebook.com/EmerHigginsTD
Emer.higgins@oireachtas.ie
Best of Luck Lucan Sarsfields Hurlers: Wishing Lucan Sarsfields Senior and Intermediate Hurlers the very best of luck in their county finals this weekend. The Senior team play on Saturday 25th at 7:15pm in Parnell Park, followed by the intermediate team on Sunday 26th at 2pm, also in Parnell Park. Visit @Lucansarsfieldsofficial for details about tickets.
Fuel Allowance Update: The Fuel Allowance helps with home heating costs during the winter months. The 2025/2026 season runs from September to April, and is paid weekly or in two lump sums. From January 2026, the payment increases to 38 euro per week. From March 2026, families on the Working Family Payment will qualify (backdated to January), and from September 2026, people moving from the Disability Allowance or Blind Pension to employment will be able to keep the payment for five years.
Cllr. Helen Farrell, Independent
Working with Paul Gogarty, TD, Independent
Email: hfarrell@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
Tel: 087 2794936
Facebook: http://bit.ly/4jHwrjR
Local Businesses & Proposed Village Bus Stop: With Cllr. Liona O'Toole (chairing) and Cllr. Caroline Brady, I met concerned Lucan business owners this week, along with the Manager from SDCC who's overseeing the proposed relocation of the bus stop at Carroll's. Businesses are unilaterally opposed to reducing traffic on Eastern side of the green to single lane, resulting in buses stopping all traffic behind. I represented views of Lucan Taxi Drivers who are in complete opposition to this. Manager to revert with alternatives, but there are no promises.
Support for Local Businesses at South Dublin Local Enterprise Office (Leo): Free online training 'Facebook & Instagram Advertising - Using Facebook Ads Manager' Designed for businesses with an active business page. Date: 31th October (10am-1pm) Venue: Online Cost: FREE - See QR code to book
Shane Moynihan, TD, Fianna Fail, Dublin Mid-West
Email: shane.moynihan@oireachtas.ie
Phone: 01 6184128
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Rail capacity for Lucan and Adamstown: At this week's Oireachtas Transport Committee meeting, I raised the need for additional train capacity for Adamstown and Kishogue stations. This is necessary to cater to the increased demand on these routes, but commuters cannot wait until the completion of the DART South West works for the enhanced capacity. I will continue to follow up.
South Dublin Chamber Business Awards: Congratulations to all local businesses who were shortlisted or successful for awards at the recent South Dublin Chamber Awards night. I was really pleased to see many attendees at the Lucan Business 2 Business group feature - well done to all!
Lucan Advice Clinics: I will hold my next weekly advice clinic in Lucan at Adamstown Community Centrel at 1pm on 3 November. If you would like to make an appointment, please contact 01-6184128.
Cllr. Liona O Toole, Independent Peace Commissioner
087 2795274.
lotoole@cllrs.sdublincoco.ie
www.lotoole.com
Always working, always available
Update on Healthcare Services for the Lucan Area: Following last week's visit to the new Adamstown Primary Care Centre a project I have long advocated and campaigned for I'm pleased to share further progress for healthcare in our community.
At this week's Regional Health Forum meeting I again raised the urgent need for an additional Primary Care Centre for the Lucan area. With Lucan's population now more than three times that of areas in Dublin already served by such centres this has become a pressing issue.
The HSE confirmed they are aware of the growing demand and are in discussions to identify suitable land in Lucan for a future Primary Care Centre. They also agreed to attend a future Area Committee Meeting to discuss healthcare services locally and hear the issues raised by residents.
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