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DLR is buzzing with events, opportunities to participate and meet the local community. So please have a read below, share with the members of your community, and get involved.

Tidy Districts Awards 2025
We are delighted to announce that the dlr County Council launched the Tidy Districts Awards for 2025. Whether you’re a small or large group we encourage you to apply and showcase your efforts in improving your local area. You can submit online applications through the dlr Online Portal. or download application forms at this link.

Completed application forms should be returned or submitted by 5pm, Thursday 10th July, 2025. Judging will take place during July and August as unannounced visits from the competition judges. Further information and FAQs for the awards can be found on the Tidy Districts 2025 webpage.   If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact [email protected].

Consultations 
1. Public Consultation: Proposed Playground Upgrades at Carysfort Park, Blackrock and Pearse Park, Sallynoggin – deadline Friday June 20th 2025.
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is upgrading the existing playgrounds and exercise equipment at both Pearse Park, Sallynoggin and Carysfort Park, Blackrock and need your help creating a new, inclusive play space, where children of all ages, abilities and backgrounds can play. Read more and have your say here.

2. Stillorgan Village Urban Framework Plan – deadline 18th June 2025
dlr are seeking views from the public to help inform the Stillorgan Village Urban Framework Plan scheme design. A non-statutory public consultation is being held on the scheme from 21 May 2025 to 18 June 2025. Further details and a link to the online consultation are available here.

3. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is proposing to develop the  “DLR Connector”, a walking, cycling and public realm improvement scheme.  Read more HERE.  A non-statutory public consultation is being held on the scheme from 3rd June  to 15th July 2025. You can join us at one of our Drop-In events. Call in at any time that suits you between 4-8pm to talk to our project team and view the project designs.

Register here: Webinar Registration – Zoom

Events
1. Coastival 2025 – 5th to the 13th of July
Sync your summer to the rhythm of the sea at Coastival bringing art, history, games, culture, sailing, family fun, music and more to Dún Laoghaire from 5-13 July. Soak up Atmosphere with balloons, kites and flight; marvel at the skill of the sailors in the Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta Ireland’s largest sailing event or meet the heroes and explore their fleets up close at the family favourite Emergency Services Open Day event. All Coastival events can be found here .

2. Brain Health Tours in the Gallery Saturday 14 June, 11am-12.30pm, Gallery, Level 3, dlr LexIcon, Dún Laoghaire
Enjoy a seated, informal tour of ‘A rock can hurt you, a rock can open a nut’ by Vanessa Donoso López. As part of the experience enjoy a cup of tea and a chance to chat and meet new people.These tours are designed for anyone who is interested in promoting their brain health, anyone who notices changes in their memory and anyone living with dementia.  Artists trained to support people living with dementia will facilitate these sessions to ensure an inclusive experience. Free, booking required/ To book please email [email protected] or phone (01) 236 2759 and ask for Pia or Máire.

3. Refugee Week Ireland – 16th to the 22nd June 2025
The Refugee Week Ireland is taking place between the 16th and the 22nd of June 2025. You can find a list of events taking place nationwide at this link.

  • Part of of the Refugee Week, Women4Women DLR will hold a Multicultural Women’s Breakfast on June 19th, from 10am to 1pm in A94 XV02 32 Belgrave Square South, Monkstown, Co.Dublin, Ireland. Join us for a morning of storytelling by women who came through a refugee background. We’ll have meaningful conversations and delicious international food, brought by you! More information here.
  • Join us for a free screening of ‘Io Capitano’ on June 20th, from 6.30pm to 9pm in the Lexicon Library. Matteo Garrone’s new film is part adventure story, part slavery drama; the slavery which did not in fact vanish with the end of the American civil war, but thrives in the globalised present day without needing to shapeshift too much, driven by the age-old forces of geopolitics and the market. More information here.
  • Cultural competence training – AkiDwA – 25th June 2025, Dun Laoghaire County Hall. Cultural Competence involves training service providers working with people from different cultural and racial backgrounds on how to be able to navigate issues which these cohort of service users may present.  Limited Places – to register your place, please email [email protected]

4. DLR Events Web Page
dlr County Council has put together a dedicated page for events taking place in DLR. It is a very useful resource, which can be found at this link. 

Funding
1. Disability Capital Support Fund 2025 –  Deadline 16th June 2025

Athletics Ireland is delighted to announce that the application process for the Disability Capital Support Fund 2025 is now live. They invite applications from clubs across the country working in the area of disability & inclusion who are actively looking for new ideas and opportunities to make their club open & accessible to people with disabilities. The Disability Capital Support initiative aims to reduce the barriers to sports participation for people with a disability through the provision of equipment and minor infrastructure. The fund can be used to purchase a range of disability sports equipment and enabling infrastructure including hoists, handrails, fittings, mats, wheelchairs, ramps, inclusive sports equipment etc. More information here.

2. AIB Community €1 Million Fund – Deadline 25th June 2025
The AIB Community €1 Million Fund enables customers, the public and our employees to support the local charities that matter most to them, within their region. The Fund supports charities across six regions in Ireland, Northern Ireland & Great Britain. AIB will once again allocate €700,000 to charities chosen by its customers and the community, while €300,000 will be donated to charities chosen by employees. More information here.

3. Men’s Sheds Funding
Men’s Sheds around Ireland will be able to apply for grants of up to €3000. The funding is designed to assist Men’s Sheds with their running and operational costs such as heating, utility and insurance bills. Funding will be distributed by Irish Men’s Sheds Association who will shortly announce the details of the qualifying period and eligible expenses. More information here.

4. SE Systems Community Fund Summer Call – Deadline 18th July 2025
Is your community group looking to lower energy costs and reduce carbon emissions? The SE Systems Community Fund Summer Call is here to help! They support non-profits, charities, and voluntary organisations in delivering impactful energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that create long-term benefits for communities across Ireland. For Summer 2025, they are making €500,000 in funding available to help organisations future-proof their buildings through sustainable energy upgrades. This fund is open to community and voluntary groups, non-profits, registered charities and housing associations operating in the Republic of Ireland. More information here.

5. Community Connect – Community Foundation Ireland – Deadline: ongoing
Community Foundation Ireland has a small amount of flexible funding available, so in some specific cases, they may be able to provide support to an organisation that reaches out and requests funding for a particular project or programme. Organisations should first book a Community Connect meeting with a member of staff at the Foundation to see if your project is likely to be funded. After that, they will request an application through their online Grants Portal. Organisations are welcome to book a 20 minute time slot to meet with a member of their team. Groups can ask for support and assistance on a variety of issues relating to their funding, such as:

  • Advice on the criteria for open grant rounds and whether their group is eligible
  • Talking through an idea for a new project
  • Help with how the application process works and being donor ready. More information here. 

6. dlr First Frames 2025/26: Call for Applications – Closing date: Monday 21 July 2025 at 12pm (noon). 
dlr First Frames 2025/26 is open for applications. Funding will be available to support two short films with awards of up to €13,500 (VAT incl.) each. Mentoring support as well as additional equipment and facilities will be provided by the National Film School, IADT. The Scheme supports emerging filmmakers to develop creative short films based in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.  dlr First Frames is fully funded by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s Arts Office and Economic Development Unit, and managed by IADT. More information here.

7. Re-turn Community Initiative
Since the arrival of the Deposit Return System (DRS) for plastic bottles and aluminium cans, many organisations have seen it as a great opportunity to raise much needed funds by providing drop off and collection points for returns. Organisations can avail of supports from Re-turn, who deliver the scheme, to facilitate collections.

  • Who can participate in fundraising through DRS?  Tidy Towns, Schools, Clubs, Charities, Companies, Hospitals, Local Events and Festivals. These initiatives are for charity fundraising purposes only and not for personal benefits.
  • What support does Re-turn offer Community Initiatives? The bin is free of charge and is 320ltr. It is lockable and has a rosette opening on the lid designed to facilitate the insertion of bottles/cans and avoid heavy contamination. Bags are provided and are heavy duty and designed for re-use, these are intended for use as a liner inside the bin.. Keys and bags are provided at the point of delivery.
  • Re-turn also have digital assets to help you to promote online, and posters that are ready for print with the option of adding your logo or name.
  • Re-turn don’t organise collections, you still need to do that yourself, but they have some useful tips on their website to streamline the process. More information here.

As always, many thanks for all your support for the local community and please share the news with the members of your group.

We are delighted about the great variety of events and opportunities to participate in DLR, so please have a read below and join in.

1. Community Energy Information Event – Wednesday, 28th May, 11am to 1pm, County Hall, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire
Are you looking for ways to reduce your energy costs, enhance comfort, and demonstrate environmental leadership at your community centre, sports hall, or facility? Join us for an informative in-person event exploring the benefits of energy upgrades – and potential funding opportunities – specifically for buildings like yours. Come learn about:

  • The Benefits of Energy Upgrades: Discover how improvements like better insulation, efficient lighting, and renewable energy options can lower your energy bills and reduce your environmental impact.
  • Why This Matters: Understand how a more sustainable building benefits all who use and visit it.
  • Working Together as a Group (Meitheal): to negotiate as a group with suppliers/installers, bringing prices down and making the whole process easier.
  • Unlock Potential Funding: Hear about available grants, such as the Community Climate Action Programme, to support energy efficiency projects in community facilities.

For more information or to register, please contact: Cynthia O’Mahony (Community Climate Action Officer) at [email protected]

2. Free compost giveaway to celebrate National Food Waste Recycling 2025 ! – Ballyogan Recycling Centre June 5th, 11am to 2pm
Recycling your food waste reduces waste to landfill and produces valuable compost and fertiliser for our green spaces. To celebrate National Food Waste Recycling Week (June 1st to 7th 2025), and in collaboration with Thorntons Recycling, we are giving away free bags of compost, rolls of compost caddy liners and handy food waste guides! Join us in Ballyogan Recycling Centre on June 5th 11am to 2pm to collect your pack and learn more about where food waste ends up.

3. National Age Friendly recognition and achievement awards 2025 –  closing date for nominations is 30th May 2025
Each year a local authority hosts the awards event, and we are excited to reveal that Galway City Council and Galway County Council are jointly hosting this year’s event in The Galmont Hotel, Galway, on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025. Again this year we have eight categories of awards, aligning to the WHO themes: Transport; Active & Healthy Ageing; Business Innovation; Safety & Security; Communications; Environment; Community Innovation; Housing. Read more HERE.

4. dlr Sports Partnership events – Celebrating 50 years of Marlay Park
– Marlay 50 Inclusive Croquet – 29th May,  11am – 2pm next to Marlay Park House – Free, just come down and have a whirl.
– Marlay 50 Yoga in Marlay Park – 5th June, 7-8pm in the walled garden Marlay Park – €5 – Book here 
– Marlay 50 Vintage Tea Dance – 6th June, 2-4pm in the walled garden, Marlay Park – €5- Book here 

5. dlr Local Sports and Physical Activity Plan – To read the plan, please click HERE
This week, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council proudly unveiled its Local Sports & Physical Activity Plan 2025–2029 at Kilbogget Park, Cabinteely. This launch signifies a significant advancement in dlr’s ongoing dedication to promoting sport and physical activity throughout the county. We were delighted to attend the launch and wish to acknowledge the work and commitment of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Sports Partnership, dlr Leisure and all of those involved in the design of the Plan.

6. dlr Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 – 7th of June 2025, with events all over the county
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (dlr) County Council is thrilled to announce Cruinniú na nÓg across dlr on Saturday 7 June. Cruinniú na nÓg is the national day of free creativity for children and young people. It aims to celebrate and encourage children and young people’s (aged 0 – 18) participation in culture and creativity by doing, making, and creating. This year we will be celebrating the opening of our new library in Ballyogan with a mini festival including workshops and performances by young musicians and dancers, a silent disco in Myrtle Square presenting some local young DJ talent, and spoken word, theatre, dance and art workshops and performances by and for young people across the county.  Read more here 

7. dlr County Council’s Chief Executive’s Report for April 2025 – The report contains a wealth of information and can be viewed HERE.

8. Local Consultations – All open consultations for DLR can be viewed at this link.

  • Property Management: Commercial Opportunity: Property to lease at Park House, Ground Floor, 66 Upper Georges Street, Dun Laoghaire – Closes 22 May 2025
  • Traffic & Road Safety: Stillorgan Village Urban Framework Plan – Phase 4A – Closes 18 June 2025
  • Finance: VARIATION OF LOCAL PROPERTY TAX – Closes 19 June 2025
  • Hillcrest Road Improvement Scheme, Sandyford, Dublin 18 – Closes 20 June 2025
  • Applications for Designation of Bathing Waters 2025 – Closes 27 June 2025

9. Policing Priorities 2026-2028 – deadline 8th of June 2025  
The Policing and Community Safety Authority has launched a Public Consultation on Policing Priorities for the Garda Síochána for 2026-2028. This user-friendly online tool allows you to spend ‘points’ on the areas of policing that you consider are most important. It will take about 10 minutes to complete, and there is a short, optional survey at the end. The consultation runs until 08 June 2025 and is open to anyone over the age of 16. Read more and have your say HERE.

As always, many thanks for all your support for the local community and please share the news with the members of your group.

The month of May is simply buzzing with events, festivals, consultations and opportunities to network with the DLR community – so please have a read below and join in.

1. Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) survey – Deadline 16th of May 2025
Have you heard of the LCDC before? It is a very important committee within the local authority that oversees the delivery of programmes that are vital for the wellbeing of the local community. The Department of Rural and Community Development seeks to enhance the awareness and understanding of the work of LCDCs by developing a communications campaign to run later this year, and would like to hear from PPN members and other stakeholders by way of a short survey. The survey should take only a few minutes to complete, and we appreciate your time in providing thoughtful responses. To access the survey, please click HERE.

2. dlr Age Friendly Magazine 2025
The 2025 dlr Age Friendly Magazine is out with many activities to get involved with, an abundance of creative, cultural and community opportunities and events to experience. To read the online copy, please click HERE. 

3. Bike Week – 10th to the 18th May 2025
Check out the Bike Week events happening throughout Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown or visit the National Bike Week Page  for events happening nationwide. Click here to read more and join events

4. Dublin Climate Action Week – 12th to the 18th May 2025
Registration is still open for the wide range of fantastic events running this week, from the 12th – 18th May 2025. Click here to read more and join events

5. Hello How Are You 2025 – 15th May 2025
dlr Sports Partnership, Arts Libraries, Age-Friendly and dlr Social Prescribing are partnering together for the Hello, How Are You Campaign. Click here to read more and join the event

6. Congolese Anti-Poverty Network & Filipino Multicultural Society Celebrate Africa Day – Tuesday, 20th May 2025 18:00 – 20:00pm, LexIcon Library and Cultural Centre
Our Africa Day 2025 event will be a unique and meaningful celebration that brings together diverse communities to honour history, showcase culture, and foster connections between Africa and the wider world. This year, we will commemorate the contributions of Irish Veterans UN Peacekeeping Mission in the Congo (1961) while celebrating the cross-cultural connection between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Philippines. Through storytelling, fashion, music, and history, we aim to create an experience that resonates long after the event ends. Register HERE for this free event.

7. Multicultural Women’s Breakfast – Thursday 22nd of May at 10am
Join the women4women Network and SSP Women’s Programme and bring your friends along and food to share if possible. It will be a morning of connection, celebration, and empowerment at The Studio in the LexIcon Library DLR. This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn about different cultures and to discover commonalities. We will enjoy an art workshop and art exhibition, and also have a chance to mingle and taste delicious breakfast together. To register, please click HERE.

8. Powerscourt Estate – “Working with Nature Awards” – deadline Tuesday 3rd of June 2024
Celebrating people all over Ireland who are working to protect and restore nature.  The “Working with Nature Awards” aims to honour and recognise nature protectors all over Ireland who are having impact across four (4) selected award categories including Pollinators, Biodiversity & Rewilding, Nature Media and Nature Education & Wellbeing. Read more here.

9. PPN Summer School – 26th to the 29th May
This is the final reminder about the PPN Summer School 2025. Read more and register here.

As always, many thanks for all your support for the local community and please share the news with the members of your group.

We hope you have enjoyed the Easter weekend. Below you can find a few updates that may be relevant for you and the members of your group.

PPN Summer School 2025 – Monday, May 26th – Thursday, May 29th 2025
This Summer, the PPN Summer School will continue to be delivered by Dublin City University in association with the Public Participation Networks (PPNs) from the Dublin City, Fingal and Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown areas. Registration opens on the 1st of May 2025. Read more here 

The Martin McEvoy 2025 Conference – Mayoral Governance in Dublin – Democracy, Devolution and Impact – DCU School of Law and Government is delighted to invite you to the Martin McEvoy 2025 Conference taking place at the All Hallows Campus on Tuesday 29 April 2025. The conference will offer a platform to citizens, communities, councillors, local government officials and academics to examine the challenges facing Dublin and the characteristics of an appropriate model of mayoral governance for Dublin. To register for the event please email Natalja Matease: [email protected] Read more here 

Funding and Participation UPDATES 
1. Hi Digital Fund – applications sought from projects and organisations that innovatively work?to empower Ireland’s older adults to enhance?their digital literacy, as well as improve social inclusion and quality of life through the use of?technology, to ensure that no one is left behind as we transition to a more digital society. Deadline Friday, 23rd May?2025 at 1pm. Read more here 

2. Balancing Stress Programme – HSE – The HSE are delighted to invite you to the official webinar launch of the HSE Balancing Stress Programme, which will be launched by Jennifer Murnane O’Connor TD, Minister of State for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy on Friday 2nd May at 10.15am – 11.30am. Read more and register here.

3. Are You Registered To Vote? – There will be a Presidential Election later this year, are you registered to vote? dlr are encouraging all our electors to update their details or first-time voters to register to vote on National Voter Registration Day 30th April. Read more here 

4. Community Safety Fund is Now Open – The annual fund allows for the proceeds of crime, seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) and An Garda Síochána, to be directed into local projects to support and enhance community safety. This year, €4 million is available, which is double the original allocation of €2 million when the fund first opened for applications in 2022, and grants range from €20,000 to €150,000. Deadline on Friday 16 May. Read more here. 

5. Join the Circular Movement Sustainability Workshops – DLR PPN member Royal Terrace Residents’ Association secured funding under the  Climate Actions Work Engagement fund to deliver sustainability awareness workshops in 2025. The project involves the delivery of three two-hour workshops over the course of the year on the following topics: sustainable fashion, including a waste not clothes swap; sustainable food workshop focusing on food waste; and a zero waste workshop focusing on reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products. Read more here 

  • Thursday 15th May 2025 – 10am to 12pm
  • Saturday 17th May 2025 – 10am to 12pm
  1. Dublin Rural LEADER Targeted Call for Projectsfor funding to support your Sport Club/Tidy Town and Environmental Group. Please submit your Expression of Interest by the 2nd May 2025 deadline. Read more here7. The Pre-Draft Consultation for the Rathmichael Local Area Plan has commenced. The closing date for submissions or observations is 23.59 on the 9th May, 2025. Read more here 8. ServiceNow Community Improvement Fund Ireland now open. The Fund aims to accelerate global decarbonisation efforts by supporting impactful projects in Ireland. Interested applicants can apply for funding to launch new projects, expand existing projects or introduce one of two established community programmes with proven positive impact in other communities. Deadline 9th May 2025. Read more here. 9. Emerging Artist Bursaries 2025 –  Application Deadline 1st May 2025. Emerging Artist Bursaries support individual emerging artists from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown to develop and further their practice through the creation of new work at this vital stage in their career development. Successful recipients will receive an award of €2,000 for the development and creation of new work during the period July-December 2025. Read more here10. Book Launch: GÉARCHÉIM DHOMHANDA agus Slí na SÍOCHÁNA – Wednesday 23rd April 2024, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, in the Irish Writers Centre.
    Author: Mirza Masroor Ahmad (His Holiness Head of Worldwide leader of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community)
    Original Book Title : World Crisis & The Pathway To Peace. Join us for the launch of the Gaeilge translation of this crucial and profound work, as we reflect on the growing global crisis and explore the solutions outlined in the book. Read more here

    Local Open Consultations

    All open local consultations can be viewed at this link.

  • Parks: Proposed Development St. Michael’s Church Square & Environs – Closes 25 April 2025
  • Planning: Proposed residential development at Mount St. Mary’s, Dundrum Road, Dublin 14 – Closes 1 May 2025
  • Parks: Windy Arbour Playground Upgrade, Patrick Doyle Road, Rathmines – Closes 5 May 2025
  • Parks: Clonmore Park Playground Upgrade, Stillorgan Heath, Leopardstown – Closes 6 May 2025
  • Planning: Rathmichael Local Area Plan – Pre-Draft Consultation – Closes 9 May 2025
  • Housing: Proposed Housing Development at Blackglen Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18 – Closes 14 May 2025
  • Property Management: Commercial Opportunity: Property to lease at Park House, Ground Floor, 66 Upper Georges Street, Dun Laoghaire – Closes 22 May 2025

As always, many thanks for all your support of the local community and please share the above with the members of your organisation.

Date 12 March 2025

March is picking up speed. There is so much going on in DLR so please have a read below.

COMMUNITY NEWS
1. Shankill & Ballybrack Community First Responders – Upcoming Public Training Event – April 10, 2025
For those looking to enhance their life-saving skills, our next public training event will take place on April 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM at St. Anne’s Resource Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for community members to learn vital CPR and first aid skills under the guidance of our experienced trainers.
To book your place, visit the news section of our website www.shankillcfr.ie, where you’ll find the registration link. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up early!

2. Don’t miss Dalkey Players next production! Following the success of John B Keane’s ‘Sharon’s Grave’, Dalkey Players are very excited to bring an original play by Conall Ó Beoláin, ‘On the Lower Bridge’, directed by Mallory Adams, Simon Cunningham and Ber O’ Hara. ‘On the Lower Bridge’ features a day in the life of an Irish town in 2024.  Nine stories combine to form an insightful, humorous and emotional portrait of present day Ireland.  Running 26th March to 29th March inclusive in the Dalkey Town Hall at 8pm. Tickets available here

3. St. Patrick’s Day Parade DLR 
The parade will last for approximately one and a half hours from 11am – 12.30pm. The parade route will be along the coast road beginning at Islington Avenue, proceeding along Queen’s Road, and will end at the Marine Road junction into the Harbour, with parade participants dispersing into the Harbour area. Read more here

TRAINING
1. How to write impactful submissions for public consultations – with Clare O’Connor.
Date: 19th March 2025 19:00 – 20:00 (1 hour) Read more here. To register and receive the Zoom link, please email Siobhán on [email protected]

  1. Funding and Grant Writing Tips with Evelyn Fitzpatrick.
    Date:26/03/2025 19:00 – 21:00 (2 hours). Read more here. To register and receive the Zoom link, please email Siobhán on [email protected]3. Over 55s Climate Course – Free 6 Step Climate Course with Jacinta Barrins
    Wednesdays 11.30am – 1.30pm (6 consecutive weeks) in the Lis Na Carrig & Aventine Gardens, Brighton Road, Foxrock, D18 X7P4. To book: [email protected]Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Council’s Climate Action Team in collaboration with Foxrock Area Community & Enterprise CLG (FACE) have organised a free six week, six step climate action course for the over 55’s, beginning this month, March 2025. The course supports dlr’s commitment in the dlr Climate Action Plan 2024 -2029 to work in partnership with local communities in climate related programmes. The unique programme is provided by Jacinta Barrins. Jacinta is a retired United Nations Diplomat, where her work focused on the environment and climate. The first three steps of the course focus on understanding climate change, how it occurs, the challenges of changing behaviour and how to measure our carbon footprint. The second three steps focus on supporting participants in implementing ONE action based on their carbon footprint results. At step four, the participants identify ONE action they would like to work on. The gap between the fifth and sixth sessions allows participants to work with their action!
    The course, which is free, is open to all persons over fifty-five years of age, as well as individuals or groups who want to learn about climate change in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Places are limited and booking is essential.
  3. EVENTS and PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
    1. Dun Laoghaire Jam Hub with Music Generation DLR (age 14-17) – Musicians, Bands, DJs, Rappers and more
    This interactive, inclusive music program is designed to provide a space for young musicians from 14-17 years old to come together, write, rehearse and record with the guidance of Music Generation DLR’s experienced musician educators. Young musicians of all abilities are welcome to the Beat Cafe, Dun Laoghaire from 10am to 12pm every Saturday starting on March 29th. To register, please email: [email protected]2. Free Tours of the Impressive LÉ William Butler Yeats!
    On Monday 17 March, St Patrick’s Day, the LÉ William Butler Yeats will be open to the public at Dún Laoghaire Harbour from 1pm until 4pm.   Tours are free of charge, no booking required and last approximately 20 minutes.  The 90m Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) will be docked at Carlisle Pier, Dún Laoghaire Harbour, This is a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the ship, learn about its capabilities, and gain insight into its role in defending Ireland’s interests at sea. Read more here.3. The National Spring Clean is returning to the streets, parks, and coastlines of dlr for 2025!
    Register your group online to be a part of Irelands largest anti-litter campaign that has seen the removal of 50,000 tonnes of litter so far. For more details and to register, please click here.4. Creative Ireland’s Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 – Call for Proposals
    dlr is pleased to announce a call for proposals from children and young people, artists/creative practitioners, cultural organisations, and neighbourhood communities/organisations to be part of Creative Ireland’s Cruinniú na nÓg 2025. Read more here.5. Celebrate Irish language and culture this Seachtain na Gaeilge with dlr Libraries.
    Seachtain na Gaeilge le Energia is an international Irish language festival and one of the biggest celebrations of our native language and culture that takes place each year in Ireland and in many other countries.

LOCAL CONSULTATIONS – See all open local consultations at this link
1. Traffic: Schools & Sports Clubs Cycle Parking – Closes 14 March 2025
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council invites schools and sport clubs to apply for cycle parking stands. These will be delivered to the school or sports club grounds by the Council.

2. Ashlawn Park Public Consultation – Closes 19 March 2025
Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council is in the process of developing a public realm design for the cul-de-sac on which you reside. The project will involve the construction of new footpaths, planting of new trees, and roadway resurfacing. The completed project will result in a safer, greener and more modern layout from which the community can benefit.

3. Draft Kiltiernan-Glenamuck Local Area Plan – Closes 21 March 2025
The Draft Kiltiernan – Glenamuck Local Area Plan (LAP) sets out the policies and objectives to guide future development in Kiltiernan – Glenamuck.

4. Architects: Works at No. 9 George’s Place and the former Wash House, Kelly’s Avenue, Dún Laoghaire – Closes 28 March 2025
Proposed renovation, extension and reuse of No. 9 George’s Place, Dún Laoghaire and renovation and reuse of the former Wash House, Kelly’s Avenue, Dún Laoghaire. PC/IC/01/2025

5. Planning: Residential Zoned Land Tax Draft Map 2025 (Rezoning) – Closes 1 April 2025
The Government’s Housing For All – A New Housing Plan for Ireland proposed a new tax to activate vacant land for residential purposes as a part of the Pathway to Increasing New Housing Supply. The Residential Zoned Land Tax was introduced in the Finance Act 2021. The process to identify land to which the tax applies is now underway and the tax will be payable from 2025. T

6. Planning: Proposal of Residential Development at Leopardstown Road – Closes 8 April 2025
In accordance with Part 8, Article 81 of the Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 (as amended), Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council hereby gives notice of a proposal to be carried out for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council by way of an Agreement with Winterbrook (“the developer”). The Public are invited to make submissions in relation to a new housing development proposal in the Leopardstown Road area.

7. Draft Old Connaught Local Area Plan – Closes 17 April 2025
The Draft Old Connaught Local Area Plan (LAP) sets out the policies and objectives to guide future development in Old Connaught. The map below provides a spatial context for the boundary of the Draft LAP. The Vision for Old Connaught The Vision for Old Connaught is to support the growth of the area as a sustainable urban village with a strong sense of place and integrating both the existing and planned new communities.

8. Planning: Taking in Charge at Section of Footpath at the Entrance of One Springfield Park, Foxrock, Dublin 18 – Closes 21 April 2025
In accordance with the provisions of Section 180 of the Planning & Development Act, 2000 to initiate the procedures of Section 11 of the Roads Act, 1993 (as amended), Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council hereby gives notice of its intention to consider the making of a declaration for a section of footpath at the entrance of One Springfield Park, Foxrock, Dublin 18 to be made public.

9. Parks: Proposed Development St. Michael’s Church Square & Environs – Closes 25 April 2025
Proposed Development at St Michael’s Square & Environs PC-PKS-01-25. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is proposing to develop St. Michael’s Square and Environs on the junction of Marine Road and George’s Street. The Proposal includes for level access off George’s Street into a seating/ congregation space at the upper level. The placemaking project is to improve the general appearance of the locality and to assist in the regeneration of Dún Laoghaire Town.

10. Carrickmines Shanganagh Flood Relief Scheme
dlr are delighted to announce the submission of the Carrickmines Shanganagh Flood Relief Scheme for planning permission. The scheme is for the construction of defences to protect properties against flooding at key locations along the Carrickmines and Shanganagh rivers. The scheme has been submitted to An Bord Pleanála. The plans are available to view on An Bord Pleanála’s website. Public consultation runs from 27 Feb 2025 to 15 April 2025 for anyone who wishes to comment.

OTHER CONSULTATIONS
1. Public Consultation for Ireland’s next Suicide Reduction Policy – Closing date 5pm on Friday 18 April 2025
The Department of Health is seeking consultations from the public on the development of a new suicide reduction policy for Ireland. You are being asked to complete this short survey on your views and experiences. The survey is open to both individuals and organisations. Read more here.

2. Consultation on Ireland’s implementation of the Aarhus Convention and the Pollutant Release Transfer Register
The Department of Climate, Environment, Energy have just launched the public consultation on Ireland’s implementation of the Aarhus Convention and the Pollutant Release Transfer Register (PRTR) Protocol available here. Comments on the draft document should be submitted by email or received by post no later than 5.30pm on 7th April 2025. Read more here.

FUNDING UPDATES
1. Dublin Rural Leader Programme seeking proposals for funding from Glencullen, Tibradden & Shankill-Rathmichael areas – dublinruralleader.ie

2. ReThink Ireland:

  • Entrepreneurship Impact Fund – Strand 3: Minority Entrepreneurship Fund – focus on growing & scaling early/mid-stage social enterprises led by ethnic minorities, migrants & refugees: Closing Date: 21 March ’25
  • Brighter Futures Fund – supporting orgs. in addressing mental health & wellbeing of marginalised communities: Closing Date: 24 March 2025
  • Connected Communities: promote equity & inclusion, encourage media literacy, community awareness initiatives & empower communities to develop meaningful connections across diverse groups: Closing date: 11 April ‘25

3. Grants to help turn vacant traditional houses into new homes – Applications must be made by the deadline of 2 May 2025
Grants of up to €5,000 available to cover expert conservation advice. Scheme aimed at those availing or considering the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. Part of the Historic Structures Fund , this scheme will cover up to 67% of the costs (subject to a maximum grant of €5,000) of having a conservation expert with appropriate expertise visit a traditional building, conduct a survey, and compile tailored conservation advice. This includes a report outlining the condition of the building and identifying repairs and improvements that would restore it to use while enhancing its character, energy efficiency, integrity, and amenity. Read more here.

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