Independent TD for Kildare South, Cathal Berry has welcomed the good news today that the Curragh has been allocated €24,292.50 in funding under the Community Monuments Fund 2021.  Deputy Berry commented “The money is to assist with the upkeep of historical sites as part of the new Curragh Plains ...

Kildare South TD  Cathal Berry met with members of the Kildare Yarn Bombers group at the Liffey Linear Park in Newbridge this week to view their work in the park and lend his support. The park has been decorated by the group as part of the June Fest activities in the town. But it wasn’t only the ...

Great news that the Monasterevin Town Centre public consultation has been launched by Kildare County Council. The county council is currently working on developing a master plan for Monasterevin. This process will ensure that the town continues to grow and evolve as a great place to live and work ...

Deputy Cathal Berry, TD for Kildare South, highlighted various issues in the Dáil this week in relation to the Curragh Camp, such as housing and derelict buildings, with Minister for Defence Simon Coveney. Deputy Berry said that “anyone who has ...

Really positive news this week with the new reopening schedule announced! Looking forward to our local businesses opening their doors again very soon. A huge thanks to everyone for all of their sacrifices over the last year and for getting us to this point. Certainly much happier days ahead! ...

The funding will support local authorities in enhancing outdoor urban space and improving walking and cycling infrastructure. Local authorities are invited to apply under the funding stream for short term measures which will help create safe outdoor urban spaces for the public. The ...

The Covid-19 Vaccination portal is now open to those aged 65-69. People can register using their PPS number, phone number and Eircode. They will then be called for vaccinations from next week. Register online if possible. If you can't register online or you don’t have a PPS number, you ...

I welcome the funding that has been allocated to Kildare, Laois and Offaly under the Transitional LEADER programme for the period of 2021-2022, as part of a €70 million national package. LEADER has always been about a ground-up, community-led approach. It has been a source of great support ...

Independent TD for Kildare South, Dr. Cathal Berry has welcomed the new walk-in Covid-19 testing hub that has been set up in Naas Racecourse. The testing hub which opened today, does not require people to be referred by their GP and no fee applies for tests. Those with symptoms of Covid-19 are ...

I welcome the news that 11 projects in the constituency have been allocated funding under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme. In addition to supporting owners and custodians of historic and protected structures to safeguard and maintain their properties, this funding will also provide a ...

Delighted to confirm €255,000 investment for Portarlington in active travel grants. The NTA has allocated €255,000 in funding today to Laois & Offaly County Council for active cycling and walking infrastructure. Portarlington Active Travel Scheme - €180,000 R419 Edenderry Rd, ...

I very much welcome the Our Rural Future plan being announced today. It’s an initiative I’ve been pushing for some time now. Great opportunity for the constituency to capitalise on the relocation of workers from Dublin to our rural towns and villages. People should be able to live and work in ...