Dublin Gay Pride Parade
I will be joining Ogra Fianna Fail tomorrow for the Dublin Gay Pride Parade which starts at the Garden of Remembrance on Parnell Square at 2pm. In the tradition of a true republican party Fianna Fáil has had a ground-breaking record of achievement for the LGBT community, from the decriminalisation of homosexuality in 1993 to […]
Waste Collection Competition
The Chairperson of the Competition Authority has responded to my inquiries regarding their review of the awarding of the Waste Collection contract to Greyhound. The Chairperson advised me that they have concerns about the level of competition in the Waste Collection market generally in Ireland and they are in the process of completing an assessment of the […]
Increased bin charges
I have been contacted by a number of constituents this week regarding the increase in Greyhounds waste collection charges. People are very upset over the increase in the charge, again with little or no notice given. When customers were compelled in January to pay their annual charge up front they were advised that the prices would […]
Creative & Vacant Spaces in the City
Dublin City Council is working with landlords of vacant buildings and creative artists in the City to match their needs. The pilot project includes three properties in the Central Area and the City Council is inviting property owners right across the city to contact them and get on the register of Vacant Spaces. Mary
Pot holes on Carlingford, Glenarm & Dargle Roads
Following my request Dublin City Council have confirmed they will repair the potholes on Carlingford and Dargle Roads and Glenarm avenue before the 6th of July 2012. Please feel free to drop me an email and let me know if they are not done. Regards, Mary
Enniskerry Road Trees
Following my request on behalf of residents of Enniskerry Road in Phibsborough, Dublin City Council has agreed to plant some trees on the road. The trees should enhance this cul de sac of pretty houses where the residents work hard to keep their area looking its best. Mary