Budget 2027 🇮🇪
Supporting working people and families, cutting everyday costs, backing older people, carers and people with disabilities, and investing in homes, infrastructure and public services.
A Budget focused on helping people get ahead while protecting Ireland’s finances for the future.
#Budget2027 #FineGael #WorkingFamilies #CostOfLiving #Housing
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🛴 New e-scooter legislation is now in effect.
From today 2nd October 2026, the Government’s new rules mean under 18s cannot use e-scooters, while helmets and high-vis clothing are mandatory for users.
A significant change to how e-scooters are regulated in Ireland and one that will affect young people, families and communities across the country.
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Great to represent the Government at the Credentials Ceremony at Áras an Uachtaráin yesterday.
It was a pleasure to meet the new Ambassadors of Latvia, Sweden and Estonia as they presented their credentials to President Catherine Connolly Catherine Connolly.
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Childcare availability and affordability is easily one of the most common issues people raise with me every week. That’s why today’s news is a massive win for Dublin South West. Airton Road in Tallaght has just been announced as one of the proposed locations for seven new State-led early learning and childcare projects throughout the country.
Integrated directly into a new affordable housing development, this facility will provide essential childcare places for local families. Detailed developmental work is already underway, and further locations will be selected nationwide to roll out thousands of places across the country up to 2030.
This State-led model is an unprecedented move to tackle the issue of childcare head-on, and I look forward to seeing these places delivered for families in in Dublin South West.
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Today I addressed the EUAA’s State of Asylum Conference in Malta, joining policymakers and experts from across Europe to discuss the implementation of the new EU Pact on Migration and Asylum.
Ireland is committed to a migration system that is fair, effective and properly managed, while ensuring that those who genuinely need international protection receive it.
As Ireland holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU, it is important that we work closely with our European partners to make the Pact work effectively in practice.
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🏟️ New funding opportunities for sports clubs across Dublin South-West.
The next round of the Community Sport Facilities Fund opens for registration this Monday, 28 September, with a number of important changes designed to make it easier for clubs and community organisations to access funding.
💶 Grants of up to €750,000
✅ Higher grant limits
✅ Simpler application requirements
✅ Easier eligibility rules
✅ New funding tier for larger multi-sport projects
✅ Greater opportunities for sports club & school partnerships
📅 Key dates:
28 September – Registration opens
19 October – Applications open
26 February 2027 – Application deadline
Already registered? Existing organisations on the previous OSCAR system will be automatically transferred to the new SPRAOI online system.
I’d encourage clubs across Dublin South-West to start preparing now and make the most of this new funding opportunity.
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🇮🇪 Citizenship Ceremonies 2026
Congratulations to all of the new citizens and their families. ☘️
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Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir takes place this Friday, 18 September, with a fantastic range of free events taking place across Dublin South-West. 🎭🎶
There’s plenty happening locally, including:
Culture Night @TheWell
Culture Night Walk at HellFire Club
Oíche Cheoil le CLG Baile Buadáin Naomh Éanna
Open Church of Ireland
Rathfarnham Theatre Groups Tiny Plays
Visit Rathfarnham Castle
Ceardlanna Ceoil le CLG Uí Dhuibhir
And more events and activities taking place throughout the constituency.
Culture Night is a wonderful opportunity to get out, explore our local communities and celebrate the incredible culture, creativity and talent on our doorstep.
Have a look at the programme and enjoy Culture Night!
View the full Culture Night programme at www.CultureNight.ie
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Photos from WWETB Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board's post
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