Across the world we are seeing a rising cost of living. In Government Fianna Fáil have identified where the support is most needed and have worked on a number of payments and supports we believe will be a big help to you and yours this winter. Budget 2023 aims to give support to individuals and…
Author: Mary Fitzpatrick
Mother of three children, experienced international Technology Sales and Marketing Executive, Dublin City Councillor 2004-2014 & 2019 to date. Fianna Fáil Dail Candidate for Dublin Central.
Bus Connects and Metrolink Information Drop-in
A big focus in Mary’s office this month has been on the Bus Connects and Metrolink schemes coming to Dublin Central. Mary and Deputy Paul McAuliffe hosted a cross constituency Information drop-in at Tolka Rovers Football Club to answer constituents’ questions and provide guidance on the submissions process. Information on Bus Connects and the changes…
Croí Cónaithe Fund for Dublin City
The Croí Cónaithe fund provides for Grants of up to €50,000 to bring vacant properties back into use in Dublin City. Since the initial launch of the fund Mary has been pushing to have the scheme extended to Dublin City. She is pleased to announce that on Tuesday alongside Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien the…
First Time Buyers Webinar with Minister Darragh O’Brien
Mary is delighted to be hosting a public webinar this coming Monday, the 21st of November with Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien and financial advisor Paul Merriman of askpaul.ie. This webinar is aimed at First Time Buyers and will cover all the housing schemes that are currently available. This is your opportunity to have your…
Bus Connects & MetroLink Public Meeting
Mary and Deputy Paul McAuliffe and their Dublin City Council colleagues will host a public information meeting on MetroLink & Bus Connects Ballymun-Finglas route November 5th 12pm-3pm in Tolka Rovers football club. For information on the Ballymun-Finglas route of Bus Connects click here Transport Infrastructure Ireland have applied for a Railway Order to An Bord…
Fruit & Vegetable Market
Since securing funding to re-open the Dublin 7 Fruit & Vegetable Market as part of the €120 Million Urban Regeneration funding for the North Inner City the pace of progress has been disappointing. Mary has addressed this with the Minister & Dublin City Council. Mary is working to get the Dublin 7 Fruit & Vegetable…
Budget 2023
The Government have published a €11 Billion Budget for 2023. This historic budget will increase social welfare support & put money in people’s pockets through tax cuts. It will mean investment in public services, reduced childcare, education and healthcare costs. Click here for more information on Budget 2023. Some of Budget 2023 highlights: – €3billion…
Corpus Christi Parish Hall
Mary is working with local residents & community groups to re-open Corpus Christi Parish Hall. The Save Our Hall campaign for Corpus Christi National School was featured in the Irish Times recently. Corpus Christi Girls National School is still without proper P.E. facilities and they need the support of the community. Please help by signing…
Sean McDermott Street Update
Mary recently requested an update from the Minister for the OPW on progress of the development of the site of the former Magdalene laundry on Sean McDermott street. The Minister replied with a comprehensive response detailing the 5 year plan for the site. It will be a National Centre that will stand as a National…
Gaelscoil Coláiste Mhuire
Mary was delighted with the update from the Department of Education that the project for a 16 classroom new school building on Dominick Street for Gaelscoil Coláiste Mhuire can now proceed to tender. This project is one that Mary has been supporting and working on for nearly 20 years. This is welcome news for the…