Dublin City Council will hold the Smithfield Horse Fair this Sunday 1st September from 9am to 1.30pm. This is the second Horse Fair to be held under new byelaws adopted by Dublin City Council at the start of the year. The fair now takes place twice a year, on the first Sundays in March and September. As well as the traditional display of horses, Dublin City Council’s Arts Office and Libraries Service are also planning music and story-telling. Mary
Government confirmed their support for legislation that would allow local authorities charge a small visitors tax if they wished to do so. Dublin welcomes millions of visitors each year. Tourism is vital to our economy, but it also places added pressure on city services — street cleaning, waste collection, public
As Local Government spokesperson, Mary recently sought an update on the the Local Democracy Taskforce. Following questions to the Minister, it was confirmed that the Local Democracy Taskforce submitted its final report to the Minister and Minister of State in early March 2026. The report is currently under review. The
This is a remarkable milestone for the National College of Ireland as the institution celebrates 75 years of transforming lives, championing education, and creating opportunities at the heart of Dublin City. From its beginnings in 1951 to the vibrant, future-focused campus it is today, NCI has stayed true to its
A new planning application for the redevelopment of the Rotunda hospital will be lodged as soon as possible, backed fully by the Government. The planning application includes: These improvements will deepen the existing partnership with the Mater Hospital, creating even stronger clinical links that directly enhance safety, access, and the
