James McSweeney House

Construction of 34 new homes at James McSweeney House is set to begin at the end of the year. Demolition of the old complex is nearing completion. With funding from government through Housing For All, Cábhru will deliver these new senior citizen homes. The homes will be A energy rated, built to the highest standard…

Safer City

As chair of the Fianna Fáil Dublin Parliamentary Party subcommitte, Mary met with Dublin Town to dicuss safety in our city. Mary supports Dublin Town’s 4 point plan which calls for: You can read Dublin Town’s 4 Point Recovery Plan HERE. Mary will continue to work with Dublin Town to ensure that business owners, staff…

Endometriosis Awareness

Mary recently hosted an endometriosis awareness discussion with Endo & Me for students at Dominican College Griffith Avenue. Mary spoke to the girls about the importance of women’s health, menstrual health, endometriosis and the available supports. Endometriosis is a long-term condition that affects approximately 155,000 of women. Discussions like these raise awareness into the condition…

Moore Street

For more than a decade, Mary has supported the restoration of the National Monument at 14-17 Moore Street. Finally, the OPW has appointed Ralph Applebaum Associate to the project for a commemaortive centre at the site. The appointment of RAA is absolutely excellent news for the national monument and a commemorative centre on Moore Street….

Drumcondra AFC

Mary welcomed Minister for Sport Thomas Byrne for a visit to Drumcondra AFC to discuss the clubs development plans with local election candidates Cllr Eimer McCormack and John Stephens. Drums represent all that is great about sport, community and inclusion with their emphasis on enjoyment and growth through football. Mary will continue to work with…

MetroLink

An Bord Pleanala has begun oral hearings on the proposed MetroLink and is due to be completed at the end of March. Mary welcomes the provision of more frequent, reliable, affordable, and environmentally efficient public transport service. The MetroLink has the potential to have a transformative effect on our capital city. the significant investment in…

Blessington Basin and Royal Canal Park

Residents who have been in contact with Mary, the Gardaí and DCC regarding anti-social behaviour in Blessington Street Basin and Royal Canal Park. Both the basin and the park are valuable public amenities deserving of protection. Following Mary’s representations, the Gardaí have implemented a coordinated policing strategy for the area. Gardaí are aware of the…

Sustainable Building

In today’s world, the imperative to address environmental challenges is undeniable. Nowhere is this urgency more apparent than in the construction industry, where the choices we make have profound implications for our planet’s health. Mary recently spoke at the Irish Green Building Council Policy Scorecard panel discussion. The IGBC scorecard recognises progress and calls for…

Corpus Christi GNS Visit

The student council from Corpus Christi GNS visited Mary in Leinster House this week. The girls got a tour of the Dáil and Seanad and learned all about women in Irish politics! Mary had the privilege of meeting with the bright minds of the Corpus Christi Girls National School student council at the end of…

Illegal Dumping

Illegal dumping is a blight on our community which pollutes our environment and poses health risks. This behaviour is unacceptable. New regulations have been introduced that will allow Dublin City Council to use CCTV and drone footage to catch illegal dumpers. Fianna Fáil has long campaigned for these regulations which will help catch illegal dumpers and…