Budget 2024
Budget 2024 provides supports to individuals families and businesses new investment in public services, infrastructure for the future and the largest home building programme for decades. It is designed to ensure opportunity for all while providing a safety net for those who need it most. Here are some highlights from Budget 2024: More information on […]
Phoenix Park Bus
A new bus route has been launched in the Phoenix Park. The 99 route is operated by Dublin Bus and will include stops at visitor attractions like Dublin Zoo, the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, Áras an Uachtaráin and the Phoenix Monument. Fares will be €1.30 for adults and 65c for children on a Leap Card. Route […]
St Peter’s National School, Dublin 7
Staff, students and parents of St Peter’s National School have long awaited a response from the Department of Education to their concerns about building defects and the progression of two new special classes. Following Mary’s representations, the Minister for Special Education has informed Mary that the Department of Education’ Building Unit is due to meet […]
Canal Bye Laws
Waterways Ireland has drafted revisions to the Byelaws governing the Grand & Royal Canals Navigation. These proposed changes aim to: Waterways Ireland’s intention is to make our waterways safer, protect those using waterways, blueways and greenways and continue to provide recreational experience. Public consultation on Waterways Irelands draft revisions closes on the 27th of October. […]
Dalymount Park
In 2015, Mary was proud to support Dublin City Council’s purchase of the home of Irish football, Dalymount Park. Mary has worked closely with Bohemians Football Club to see the stadiums redevelopment realised. Dublin City Council have finally applied for Part 8 planning permission for the project. The project plans include community facility over two […]
Sinn Féin’s Alternative Budget Is A Disaster
Fianna Fáil Senator and spokesperson on Housing, Mary Fitzpatrick, has said Sinn Féin’s Alternative Budget is devastating news for anyone trying to buy their own home. The Senator in Dublin Central said she found it astonishing that their plans include doubling the stamp duty on the purchase of new homes and the scrapping of the […]
Fuel Allowance
Fuel Allowance is a payment to help with the cost of heating your home during the winter months. You can get it if you are aged 70 or over, or getting long-term social welfare payments. It is available from 25 September. The current rate of payment is €33 every week from 25 September 2023 until 5 […]
Diamond Park
Dublin City Council have opened the newly refurbished Diamond Park on the corner of Sean McDermott Street and Gardiner Street. The park has a playground, a multi use games area and two table tennis tables. Dublin City Council collaborated closely with the local community to collectively envision, promote, plan, and design the park and this […]
Rotunda Critical Care Wing
Mary has received an update on the proposed Critical Care Wing at the Rotunda Hospital. A design Team has been appointed to progress the design of both the proposed Critical Care Wing on the Rotunda Hospital Campus and the fit-out of the Earl Building to accommodate outpatient and ambulatory services for the Rotunda Hospital. The […]
Cutting the Cost of Back to School
Education is important to all of us. This September the cost of sending children back to school is more affordable for everyone. Fianna Fáil in government introduced the following savings for parents and families: