Tag: Kildare South
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Summer Constituency Office Update

Summer Constituency Office Update

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 ...

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Disappointing news from the National Transport Authority

Disappointing news from the National Transport Authority

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 ...

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Engaging with Primary School Teachers in Leinster House

Engaging with Primary School Teachers in Leinster House

It was great to chat with teachers in Leinster House this week as they completed their Active Citizenship in Primary School course. We explored how young people can become active citizens both in school and in their communities, and we had a good discussion on encouraging young people to get involved in politics.

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Just Transition Funding for Athy

Just Transition Funding for Athy

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 ...

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Ireland’s critical seabed infrastructure

Ireland’s critical seabed infrastructure

Glad to join Gavin Jennings on RTÉ Radio One recently to discuss the protection of Ireland’s critical seabed infrastructure - fibre optic data cables, energy pipelines and the electricity interconnector between Ireland and the UK. Click here to listen to my interview here. 

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54 Kildare Community Projects receive funding

54 Kildare Community Projects receive funding

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 ...

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Reminder to check passports

Reminder to check passports

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 ...

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Supports for the Farming Community

Supports for the Farming Community

Today in the Dáil, I highlighted the need for supports for the farming community with the Minister for Agriculture. As we know, we have had a pretty brutal winter and there has been almost constant rain for the past six to seven months. A lot of supports are required to help our farming community through this ...

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Happy Easter!

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter everyone! Wishing you and your families a very safe and happy Easter. Hope you all enjoy the long weekend. All the best & take good care, Cathal.