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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

Rent Controls are Short Sighted

Sep 18, 2014 | Economy

There is a critical need to address the housing shortage in the Dublin area. Private and public sector building programmes must be encouraged in order to meet the growing demand for homes. Rents will stabilise, and potentially fall, once there is a marked increase in...

ECB Creates €8 Billion in Cheap Funding for Irish SME’s

Aug 24, 2014 | Economy

I am very concerned about the lack of credit available to SME’s at this stage in our recovery. There is one upcoming opportunity that has the potential to create up to €8Bn of cheap funding for Irish SME’s, but only if the Irish banks get  both fully on board with the...