“I encourage regular contact with constituents through clinics and local visits. This is an integral part of a public representative’s work. If you would like to discuss any issue or arrange a meeting then please call/text me on my mobile at 086 8290570 or email me sbrennan@cllr.dlrcoco.ie”
My Priorities for Dublin Rathdown
As your representative, I am committed to addressing the key issues that matter most to our community. From tackling transport congestion and promoting environmental sustainability to advocating for fair inheritance tax policies and increasing the availability of family homes, my focus is on creating a vibrant and supportive environment for everyone. I believe in championing local businesses to drive growth and ensuring that I am accessible to you for any local or national concerns. Together, we can build a stronger, more connected 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
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Blog
Parking in Residential Areas – Mulvey Park
In continuing to work with Residents Associations and Council management in seeking solutions to all day parking in residential estates, I welcome the recent commitment of Council management to investigate a holistic solution to alleviate the parking in Mulvey Park. I...
Feasibility Funding for Rosemount Taney Community Centre
In conjunction with the Rosemount Taney Community Campaign, I have been working to secure upgraded sports and community facilities for the Rosemount area. Following the recent installation of modern changing facilities along with the clearing of debris and other...
#Seanad16 Candidates – I will support you if…..
Now that the 32nd Dail has been elected, attention, at least within political circles, will turn to the election of the corresponding Senate. Unlike the Dail Election, however, not everyone gets to vote in the selection of senators. In fact, most of the population are...
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...
Council Motion Supporting Privatisation Of Dublin Bus Routes.
I have been clear about the reasons behind my opinion that FF are wrong to oppose the privatisation of Dublin Bus routes. My position is contrary to 'current' FF policy on this issue, however as an elected public representative I have just submitted the following...
FF are wrong to Oppose the Privatisation of Dublin Bus Routes.
The role of a party in opposition is not just to oppose, it's to offer the voters an alternative. Yes, there is a part to be played as a watchdog, to scrutinise the government's actions, to keep it on it's toes... and it's ok to score a few points from time to time....
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...
Updated: Council Motion to Target Rates Reduction and Create 113 Jobs
Council Meeting 8th September: Motion on the agenda but no time at the meeting so deferred to the October meeting. Council Meeting 13th October: As we are so close to the budget it was agreed to take this motion directly to the Council's Corporate Policy Group who...
What is the Purpose of the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI)?
I welcome any initiative that encourages a flow of credit to small and medium sized enterprises in this country. In this regard I very much welcome the establishment of the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI). At the same time I am concerned as to how...
Banks Reject €6.4Bn Opportunity to Lend To Irish SMEs
It is concerning to see that Irish banks appear to have passed up on the opportunity to avail of the full €8Bn in cheap funding offered by the European Central Bank for onward lending to individuals and businesses within the Irish economy. Of particular concern is the...