Vacancy Grants
The fastest and most sustainable way to increase housing supply is to reuse existing vacant properties. In 2022, more than 2,300 vacant social homes were returned to active use. There is a range of schemes available to turn vacant properties into homes.
Opening of Ellis Court
Mary was delighted to attend the opening of the newly renovated Ellis Court homes on Benburb Street. The homes were originally built in the 1880’s and occupied by tenants of Dublin Corporation until they were damaged by a fire in 2005. As part of Housing for All, Dublin City Council and Tuath Housing have refurbished Ellis […]
Cost of Living Supports
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 […]
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 […]
MetroLink & Bus Connects
Mary welcomes improvements in our public transport system, making it more frequent & sustainable, however she has written to the NTA and the Minister for Transport to express her disappointment at the decision to file planning applications for both these projects at the same time. This will mean that residents affected by these preferred routes […]
Bus Connects Ballymun/Finglas Route
The NTA have submitted a planning application to An Bord Pleanala for the Ballymun/Finglas Route of Bus Connects. Following the last round of Public Consultation there have been a small number of changes made to the proposal: A wider footpath is proposed on the western side of Cross Guns Bridge over the Royal Canal on […]
Moore Street Market Update
Mary welcomes the news that an operator has been appointed to manage the market on Moore street. The operator will collaborate with both existing traders and retailers on the street to work together on how to successfully build an additional market which will benefit all on the street. This is an important step in Moore […]
Free Contraception
Mary is really delighted that the free contraception scheme for women aged 17-25 is now open for business. This will have a massive positive impact on the health and wellbeing of our young women. The scheme is open to all 17-25 year-old women and fully covers the costs of: medical appointments to discuss and prescribe […]