As the Dáil enters summer recess this week, here is a reminder of my clinic times below for both Newbridge and Portarlington constituency offices: Portarlington - 10am-1pm Newbridge - 10am-1pm. Feel free to book an appointment in either office or simply call in to say hello! As always, if ...
The implementation of the new zonal structure, which is crucial for so many in Kildare, has been delayed to Q1 2025 due to significant technical changes involved. This delay is especially disappointing as so many people in the constituency rely on public transport and have waited long enough for the promised ...
Delighted to see that Athy has received €2,735,425 in funding from Fáilte Ireland’s EU Just Transition Regenerative Tourism and Placemaking Scheme for the redevelopment and regeneration of Emily Square in the centre of Athy. It is wonderful to see funding allocated for further development in the Athy area. With ...
I welcome the news this week that the Patrician Secondary School, Newbridge and Cross and Passion College, Kilcullen school building extension projects have been given the go ahead to complete the remaining work on the preparation of tender documents. The Department of Education has issued authorisation to ...
Delighted to hear that various local clubs and groups are receiving funding under the Local Enhancement Programme 2024. The groups include The Curragh Family Resource Centre, Women’s Sheds around Kildare along with GAA clubs and more. Congratulations to all the successful groups! Curragh Family Resource ...
Delighted to attend the official launch of the new Allenwood playground. It’s a fantastic new amenity to have in the area and such a success story for Allenwood. The new playground consists of a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), Playground Outdoor Gym and BMX Pump Track. The space allows for such a diverse range of ...
Delighted to hear that two Kildare South schools are to benefit from school refurbishment projects announced by the Department of Education today. Congratulations to the successful schools! Athy Model School - Additional School Accommodation Scheme - Project Brief: 1 X SEN Reconfiguration. Gaelscoil ...
Delighted to see 54 Kildare Community projects have received funding under the Local Enhancement Programme today Vital that these community groups and clubs continue to receive similar funding to enable them to continue to do the fantastic work they do for our communities across Kildare South. Well done ...
This month, I highlighted a number of issues with the Minister for Housing in relation to the Housing for All strategy. The solution to the housing crisis is to build more houses, which are so desperately needed around the country. This strategy, unfortunately, doesn’t go anywhere close enough to address the ...
Lots of people have been in touch with me in recent weeks about passport renewal applications and as the summer approaches, it’s important to ensure your passport is in date if you intend to travel. Here are the current turnaround times when applying online - 🟢First Time Online Application ➡️20 Working Days (Adult ...
Delighted to see so many local sports clubs in Kildare, Laois & Offaly being allocated vital sports grants this morning. More of this funding is desperately needed for all sports clubs and groups across the constituency to help them to continue to do the fantastic work they do on a daily basis. This is the ...
It was a pleasure to visit Redessan last week with a group from Portarlington. Last year we welcomed the French Ambassador, Vincent Guérend and French delegates to Portarlington for the official signing of the twinning agreement between Portarlington and Redessan. The twinning will have a positive impact from an ...
