I have repeatedly called on Dublin City Council to make improvements and repairs to Blackhorse Avenue. I again recently asked DCC to advise when the poor condition of the surface of the upper end of Blackhorse Avenue willl be addressed and the “sharks teeth” on the ramps renewed. In response to my representations Dublin City Council has advised that the issue of the sharks teeth shall be dealt with by the Traffic Division when the cold spell lifts and the section of Blackhorse Ave in disrepair shall be considered for the 2013 Works Programme. I have asked the Roads department to prioritise these repairs and as soon as I have any further updates I will let you know. Mary

Dublin Central: A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity for City-Centre Housing
In the heart of our capital we have one of the most significant regeneration opportunities in the State and along with the Metro the State should deliver affordable cost rental homes. The Dublin Central site, encompassing the former Carlton Cinema lands and adjoining areas around O’Connell Street, Moore Street and



