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An App designed exclusively for the residents of Dublin Rathdown. The “Rathdown Live” App is packed with useful features and information.

Community News – regularly updated community news

Local Events – all up coming events in the area

Opening Hours – for local amenities, shopping centers, sports facilities etc.

Public Consultations – have your say, access details of open public consultations

Report Local Issues – quickly report a local issue, request information or provide feedback to Cllr. Shay Brennan

Phone Directory – Tap to dial straight from the App. Garda stations, emergency services, medical services, local amenities etc

Road Works News – stay informed of upcoming road closures and restrictions in your area

“I encourage regular contact with constituents through clinics and local visits. This is an integral part of a public representatives work. If you would like to discuss any issue or arrange a meeting then please call / text me on my mobile 086 8290570 or email me sbrennan@cllr.dlrcoco.ie
My Priorities for Our Community:
  • Transport Congestion: Continue to advocate for increased Luas capacity, better bus services and safe segregated cycle lanes
  • Climate Change: Promote policies and initiatives to safeguard our environment
  • Inheritance Tax: Raise the exemption ceiling to a fairer level
  • Family Homes: Advocate for a higher mix of family homes in future developments
  • Local Business: Continue to fight for initiatives and incentives to encourage business growth
  • Local Representation: Be available to you to address local issues and national concern
Councillor Shay Brennan

Blog

Climate Change Action Plan

I strongly welcome the publication of the Climate Change Action Plan for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The Climate Change Action Plan marks a significant step forward in the Council’s efforts in combating the causes and impacts of climate change. It sets out the step by...

2018 DLR Grant Allocations

DLR County Council have just approved €529,305 of grants to 334 community organisations across the county - The full list by organisation and amount is available for download here: Grants Approved RD 1 2018    

Council Budget 2017

I was proud to play my part on the team that negotiated the 2017 budget for the County.  We have delivered a budget that will provide for a €5m increase in services while maintaining the reduction of the maximum 15% allowable to the basic rate of Local Property Tax....

Does Anybody Want a More Efficient Council?

Next Monday’s scheduled meeting of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council has several important pieces of business on the agenda. In addition to the normal Councillor submitted motions, we will have the opportunity to discuss our ABP submission on the proposed...

Irish Water Needs Professional Help

At tomorrow night's meeting of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council I will support a motion put forward by the Green Party to call for referendum to constitutionally prohibit the privatisation of Irish Water. The Irish Water issue has exercised most of the population...