homes & businesses WE DELIVER!- for 30 years NORTH EDITION Delivered to 44,500 LOCAL MASSIVE HOME & GARDEN SUPPLEMENT INSIDE! TimesNORTH EDITION DELIVERED TO HOMES & BUSINESSES IN: SHANKILL, , BRAY, , , , NEWCASTLE, KILQUADE, ASHFORD, , , , LARAGH, MONEYSTOWN, . Tuesday 16th April 2019 5 Eglinton Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01 - 2869111 www.wicklowtimes.net E-mail: [email protected] ‘LAST HOPE FOR JUSTICE’ The Ombudsman is re-examining a complaint relating to the decision by Wicklow County Council to retain zoning in the 2018 Bray Local Area Plan for building on a floodplain near the River Dargle in Bray. It's understood that the prior to the vote taking Council voted in January complaint was lodged last place, the accuracy of 2018 to retain the zoning year and was dismissed: flood maps, and the for high-density building however following a unsuccessful attempts by on the 3.5-hectare flood- request for a review it SWAP to have the matter plain on the former Golf was decided that the dis- debated with the planners Club lands, against the missal was not justified. in the presence of the 32 wishes of a majority of A new case file has been councillors. Bray Municipal District opened and the matter is The other parts of the Councillors. being re-examined. The complaint says the OPW The campaign to pre- person making the com- 'has done little or nothing vent building on the plaint, local Bray resident to involve itself in the floodplain and to return Noeleen McManus, a for- local dispute over the the land to its original mer member of the necessity of retaining the Open Space zoning was SWAP campaign, says floodplain' and that the fought by SWAP (Safety the ombudsman is 'the Department of Planning With Alternative Plan), a last hope for any kind of & Local Government did local community group justice'. not scrutinise Bray's that formed in 2005. The complaint against Local Area Plan properly SWAP has since disband- the Council is related to to ensure that it met all ed however one of the the accuracy of advice the requirements of the resolutions they made that was given to the Flood Risk Management was that some individuals councillors by Council Guidelines. would continue to look engineers and officials Wicklow County for accountability for

Bray children have an Easter treat to look forward to on Easter Saturday, April 20th between 3.00pm and 5.00pm when Bray Retail Park celebrates the Easter break with an 'egg-citing' and unique Easter egg hunt and family fun day. The Easter egg hunt and family fun day requires online registration. To avoid disappointment, please book your spot through the Bray Retail Park Facebook page.

what has happened. requests to make a pre- In 2010 An Bord sentation at Wicklow Pleanala granted planning County Council were Charlesland Park, permission to build 603 unsuccessful. residential units, almost In voting against Charlesland Nursery, 58,000sq metres of retail SWAP's proposal at the and 5,797sq.m of office time, Cllr Pat Vance, now Orahova Montessori, space and various other Cathaoirleach, argued that amenities on the 8.6 acre it would 'go against good Shoreline, Greystones floodplain in Little Bray, planning' to swap the zon- while retaining over 16 ing to the higher ground. Est over 25 years acres on the high ground Cllr John Ryan agreed Ages 10 Months to 12 Years for open space. and said that SWAP's SWAP did not object to proposal would position the development but cam- the development too far Limited E.C.C.E places paigned for the planned away from the town layout to be 'swapped' so resulting in a 'disconnect'. that the buildings would for Sept 2019 be on the high ground Councillors were while the floodplain was informed by officials that Contact Rita Byrne: preserved. Although five the culvert would provide 01 287 0719 / 086 864 4145 out of eight Bray council- an adequate release for lors supported SWAP's floodwaters, and that E: [email protected] campaign, the decision floodplains downriver ultimately fell to the full aren't of much use. • Babies • Toddlers • Montessori • Breakfast & 32-seat council which There were several Afterschool Club • Large Enclosed Gardens • TUSLA ensured its defeat. major floods in the Bray Approved & Insured • Trained & Caring Staff Although a SWAP dele- lowlands during the 20th gation was invited to century and the floodplain make a presentation at a in question has flooded as Bray Municipal District recently as 2015 and council meeting, their 2016. Limited Availability WICKLOW

2 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019 €149,000 for Wicklow youth clubs Wicklow TD Minister Simon Harris has announced that over the coming months. local Youth clubs in Wicklow are set to benefit from "The impact of small clubs working on the €149,000 in funding. ground here in Co Speaking as he made of running clubs and Wicklow is huge, reach- the announcement, groups and is part funded ing practically every Minister Harris said "I am by the proceeds from the community in the country delighted that Wicklow National Lottery. - and is deserving of will benefit from a new "The primary focus of Government support. funding increase of 12% the scheme is to assist "Through their efforts for the Local Youth Club volunteer led youth clubs young people in Wicklow Grant Scheme for 2019. that provide a programme are developing their tal- "The increased funding of youth work activities ents, skills and experi- will bring the overall allo- for young people. ences which will make cation for Wicklow to "Clubs that work with them leaders of the over €200,000 and will young people but are not future. provide small volunteer- specifically providing "This additional fund- led youth clubs with youth work may also be ing will mean a greater greater capacity to reach eligible to apply under the Minister Simon Harris volume of volunteer-led more young people in scheme." youth activities over the Wicklow during 2019. Minister Harris contin- Education and Training next year. I encourage "The Local Youth Club ued "The scheme, which Board from every volunteer club or Grant Scheme supports is open to new entrants, local groups in their group to check locally for youth work activities at a will be advertised locally respective areas. Our ETB application details and local level by providing and applications for fund- will be advertising the see how it can benefit grant aid towards the cost ing will be invited by our scheme on its website their work."

Pictured: Partricia Kelly and Joanna Fortune in Kilcoole Community Centre at Cllr Tom Anam Cara Wicklow parents evening Fortune's campaign launch last week. Anam Cara Wicklow, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding its monthly parent evening on Monday 15th April at 7:20pm in the Parkview What’s Happening... Kilcoole Policing Clinic Hotel, Newtownmountkennedy.

Temple na Skellig The Kilcoole Policing Clinic takes place each This event offers parents a safe and comfortable forum where they can connect with other bereaved parents Wednesday evening in Kilcoole Community who understand the depth of grief and loss that follows after the death of their son or daughter. As the seasons Heritage Forum (GHF) invites you to Centre, 6pm to 8pm. change, often as a bereaved parent we are reminded of the passing of time and all the events that sadly our a public lecture, Temple na Skellig: new under- son or daughter are not here for, such as family gatherings and special occasions. It is important bereaved par- standings of Francoise Henry's 1950s' excavations Garda Corbett and/or Garda Thompson will be in ents know there is support and resources available. which will take place at 7pm on Friday 26th April attendance. Drop in for crime prevention advice, get a This event is open to all bereaved parents and gives mothers and fathers an opportunity to avail of support in the Brockagh Resource Centre. The talk will form stamped, and most other Garda station services. and comfort from others who understand the intense grief, pain and devastation after the death of a precious highlight the results of a new project which finally Details from Garda Molly Corbett; molly.a.cor- child. publishes Henry's excavations and will also offer [email protected] or Garda Alan Thompson; One of the mothers who attends the group urged bereaved parents to give it a try. "When I met other parents very brief news of the ongoing GHF/UCD excava- the sheer isolation lifted. For the first time I understood that what I was experiencing was normal". tions at Glendalough. In addition, it is planned to [email protected]. ask for help in identifying members of the local workforce who staffed her excavations and who appear in many of the photographs of the site. and Bray students United in Head and Heart Admission is free and all are very welcome. For further information, please contact glendaloughher- Students from St Mary's College Arklow and St Killian's Kildare. SVP member myths about poverty. thanked the schools, [email protected]. Community School Bray were among over 300 young Nessan Vaughan told the Bobby McCormack from teachers and young group "the creativity and Development people gathered in Dublin for the Society of people for bringing their effort you have put in this Perspectives who was the enthusiasm, creativity St. David's Car Boot Sales St Vincent de Paul, Young SVP East Region Youth Day 2019. year is overwhelming. Dóchas (Global Citizen and innovation to the You should all be very of the Year) in 2017, work of SVP. He remind- 'United in Head and SVP National Youth Car Boot Saleshave returned to St. David's issues in their communi- proud of yourselves for addressed the students on ed the students that they Heart 'was the theme of Development Coordinato, ty, how to listen to oth- Secondary School in Greystones. The next one will the work you have done how we can all work are the future of SVP, but be held on Sunday 28th April, 9am to 3pm. The the day in which partici- Becca Gallagher said "the ers, contribute their to make your communi- together to achieve the also very much the gate opens at 7.30am for sellers. Gates will be pants created displays of aim of the Young SVP ideas, how to be organ- ties more just and fair Sustainable Development present, already making a locked at 3.30 pm. Cars, €15;Vans/Cars with their work, gave presen- programme is to provide ised and how to help oth- places". Goals and Dr Noel trailers, €25. Payable on entry. Details and sellers tations, networked with opportunities for young ers. Caroline Fahey, SVP Keating, Coordinator of difference in the lives of rules from [email protected]. other young volunteers. people to engage in The United in Head Head of Social Justice Meditation with Children, others. During the school year, social action in their own and Heart event was a and Policy, spoke to them spoke about meditation as Also, in attendance students involved in the communities encouraging celebration of the hard about the importance of a universal practice for were representatives from Talk on bees & beekeeping Young SVP programme personal and social work and dedication of standing in solidarity and human flourishing. the Gaisce Award and the carry out a range of development". Young SVP volunteers in encouraged the attendees Liam Casey SVP East Society of African Mary Montaut will give an introductory talk for actions to give back to Speaking of their Dublin, Wicklow and to challenge the common Region President Missions. those interested in starting beekeeping on 23rd their communities, experience of taking part April in Greystones Library, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. including projects and in the Young SVP pro- This Talk is also for those who are generally inter- actions on: food poverty, gramme the young peo- ested in nature, wildlife and gardening. Mary is a climate justice, homeless- ple said that it was an member of the Federation of Irish Beekeeping ness, loneliness and iso- experience they would Association. Booking required, 2873548, lation, kindness, equality never forget and that they [email protected]. and mental health. had learned more about Healthy cooking for kids BRAY Join the Cool Food School and make power balls and healthy hoppy smoothies at an Easter Vevay Rd, Bray Workshop in Charlesland Community Centre on April 24th, 11am to 1pm. The cost is €20 and it's for children aged 6+. There will also be a Healthy Cooking for Kids class (with an Indian twist) in • Free Fitting Newcastle Community Centre on Friday 26th April. • Free Measuring It is for children aged 5+. For details on either event email [email protected]. Service • Free In Home Greystones Tidy Towns Advice & Design Students from St Killian's Community School, Bray at the Young SVP East Region Youth Day 2019 Service Family Fun Day Contacts: • No Obligation WICKLOW The Greystones Tidy Towns Family Fun Day will Shay Fitzmaurice, Managing Editor - [email protected] take place on May bank holiday Monday, 6th May. 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Tuesday 16th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 3 HARMFUL POLLUTANT IN BRAY AIR Councillor Steven Matthews (Green Party) has voiced his concern about extremely high levels of a harmful air pollutant recorded in Bray on March 24th.

Councillor Matthews health issues in humans. much of our air quality has written to the Councillor Matthews problem in Bray is down Environmental said, "The EPA website to traffic congestion. The Protection Agency EPA advises that spikes or fumes from our cars are seeking further informa- extreme readings should polluting our air and tion on this high level be treated cautiously as it have a very detrimental reading of particulate may be maintenance of effect on our respiratory matter known as PM2.5. monitoring equipment system. Our young chil- Pictured: Devin and Conal Kelly taking part in the Greystones Lawn Tennis Club Open Day on issue. However as Bray It is a tiny particle of air dren walking to school at recently. Pic: Joe McQuillan pollution mostly associ- has received some poor this time when conges- ratings in the past for air ated with diesel exhaust tion is worst are most quality I am asking the fumes. Because it is such affected. a small piece of matter it EPA to investigate this Funds available for Tidy Towns projects recording. “The council needs to can lodge in the lungs invest more in safe walk- Cllr Steven Matthews "I've no doubt that To mark the 60th anniversary of Tidy Towns, Wicklow Tidy Towns were awarded funding and cause respiratory ing routes to school, bet- ter footpaths and safer from the Department of Rural and Community Development, administered by Pobal to assist segregated cycle ways. It with the preparation for this year's national tidy towns competition. is only when we create a safer and better alterna- Wicklow Tidy Towns are seeking expressions of interest from groups/residents associations/individuals tive to car use that we wishing to clean/plan/develop a project relating to a public space, part of an estate or residential area within the will reduce traffic con- town of Wicklow. They can assist with the purchase of plants and small gardening tools through vouchers for local suppliers. gestion. If you are interested please set out your proposal and estimate of costs. "A walk or cycle to WTT asks that groups are mindful of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and that any proposed planting would be school or work in the pollinator friendly. morning is a great start They will endeavour to provide vouchers towards as much as possible towards the cost of the project but some to the day and the coun- contribution from the successful applicants may be required. cil need to make it safer Work will need to be completed by 21st June 2019. Before and after photographs, proof of work being to do so. Air quality is completed, including receipts will be required. one of those issues that Email submissions to [email protected] Closing date for receipt of submissions is 30th April. goes unnoticed and unseen but is hugely important environmen- tally and for our commu- nity health. “I will be seeking greater investment from our roads budget towards the necessary infrastruc- A graph showing the latest available data for particulate matter ture to make walking and over the last 30 days cycling safer and easier for those wish to do so." Bray environmental scientist appointed to President's Council of State Bray resident Dr Cara Augustenborg is among seven people appointed to the Council of State last week by President Michael D Higgins. "Throughout his first Dr Augustenborg is an reserve powers. It con- environmental scientist, sists of a number of gov- term, President Higgins climate change lecturer, ernment officials who sit consistently advocated writer and activist with a ex officio such as the for strong climate action doctorate in environmen- Taoiseach and Tanaiste, around the world and for tal science and engineer- as well as certain former the protection of our nat- ing from UCLA. She office holders and up to ural heritage here at moved to Ireland in 2003 seven individuals of the home. Including my and settled in Bray in President's own choos- expertise within his sec- 2007 where she now ing. It has the authority ond term Council of lives with her daughter to provide for the tempo- State demonstrates his Eva. Cara is a Senior rary exercise of the commitment to environ- Fellow in Environmental duties of the President in mental issues even fur- Policy at UCD. the event that these can- ther. I hope my perspec- Dr Cara Augustenborg The Council of State not be exercised by either tive will support his (an Comhairle Stait) is a the President or leadership in this area body established by the Presidential commission, ment Dr Augustenborg should the Council be Constitution of Ireland to though this is unlikely to said she was 'thrilled and called upon to advise advise the President in occur. shocked' to be appointed him on legislation. It's an the exercise of many of Speaking to Wicklow to President Higgin's honour to be appointed his or her discretionary Times about her appoint- Council of State. to this position." WICKLOW

4 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019 Councillors sign anti-racism pledge

Over 30 Candidates for May's Election to Wicklow County Council came together recently to publicly sign an anti-racism election protocol. Speaking following the "By signing the Anti Refugee Protection united meeting of candi- racism protocol these Programme (IRPP) it dates at Wicklow County candidates are really would be easy for local Council Shane O'Curry of sending a positive election candidates to European Network message to all in County exploit current trends and Against Racism Ireland Wicklow that Wicklow is to villify migrants, said "We were delighted a welcoming place to all refugees and ethnic that over 30 candidates and that they will not minorities. came together from engage in harmful "We in ENAR Ireland Arklow, , Bray, rhetoric against migrants, strongly commend these Greystones and Wicklow refugees and ethnic Town and from Fianna minorities. 40 Wicklow local election Fail, Fine Gael, Sinn Fein, "With direct provision candidates for coming Labour, Green Party, coming to Wicklow Town together in a non partisan People Before Profit, and with manner and for promoting Pictured: Melanie Corrigan launches her election campaign, with John Leeson, Minister Andrew Doyle and Social Democrats, Aontu recently announcing that a positive welcoming Councillor Christopher Fox and independents. There 38 Syrian families will be message to their were also another 10 who allocated to County constituents," concluded Corrigan kick-starts campaign with sent apologies. Wicklow under the Irish O'Curry. giant Live Here Give Here message “To really live well we need more than bricks and mortar, we need to Live Here and Give Here". This message formed part of Melanie Corrigan's speech at her campaign launch last Tuesday night 9th April. Joining Melanie to address the packed room were John Lesson and Minister Andrew Doyle who both urged Give Here to the next her campaign volunteers and supporters in Bray West to put their shoulder to the wheel and 'get behind' Melanie level as a local councillor to get her elected. where she can make a Melanie shared what motivated her to run for the local council stating “One of the main reasons I decided to difference and everyone put my name forward as a candidate to represent Bray West, was because I am so inspired by the people in our can be part of it. community, people who give their time for free to make the community a better place to live in”. She finished by It is this generosity that inspired her Live Here Give Here campaign 'call to action'. “I want to be sure that we explaining that she will all live in a community where we truly live well. This is more than just bricks and mortar. It is the spirit of a be championing issues community where people give and seek support to and from each other”. under her 3 main themes, Melanie added that she has been inspired by her community all her life, where she has seen the Live Here which are to: “Address Give Here in action. She told the room that it would be her privilege to represent Bray West and bring Live Here the real needs of the local area at a grass roots level; Boost local business innovation and knowl- edge sharing supports; Cultivate a clean and Labour candidates Anne Waithira Burke and Ian McGahon supporting the caring community.” anti-racism pledge Bray East FF candidate launches campaign Fianna Fáil Local Election Candidate for Bray East, Chris Walsh, launched his campaign for the upcoming election on in The Martello, Bray. The launch was opened Martello. It means so by Deputy Stephen much to have such a Donnelly. Speaking at fantastic bunch of people Chris' launch Deputy behind me as I embark on Donnelly said "Chris is a this campaign. fantastic candidate. He "I grew up in Bray and has been working really I am immensely proud to hard for the local area call it home. There is so over the last two years much we can do to and is out on the doors improve our town, and I engaging with people and am excited at the prospect listening to their issues. of working together to Through his involvement make Bray the best it can with WH Five Loaves he be. is acutely aware of some "Bray needs a young of the major issues around progressive voice to housing and homelessness deliver housing, youth that are effecting our facilities, adequate trans- community. I am certain port infrastructure includ- Chris will make a great ing improvements to the Councillor with your N11 and park and ride support." facilities, environmentally Speaking on his cam- friendly resources, paign and launch, Walsh increased tourism oppor- said "I want to express tunities and improved my sincere thanks to education services. All of Cllr Pat Vance with Fianna Fail candidate for everyone that came to which are priorities for support my launch at The me, if elected in May." Bray East, Chris Walsh WICKLOW

Tuesday 16th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 5 ‘LPT continues unfair journey’ “The announcement by government to delay property tax increases is cynical and is really driven by the fact we have local and European elections on the 24th of May followed by the prospect of a general election in the autumn,” Independent Councillor and candidate for the Greystones Electoral Area Tom Fortune declared. Cllr Fortune went on ordinary house in We need more ment which relies on to say “To be talking Dublin, Wicklow, Independent councilors the principle of ‘out of about increase to prop- Kildare or Meath have at local level.” sight, out of mind’. erty tax in the height of high values. Also the He continued: “The House prices across a housing crisis, with a services it was bottom line on this Wicklow, particularly shortage of supply promised to deliver government decision is in North Wicklow have driving prices up and locally is not happen- all about self-preserva- shot up in price since with Brexit not sorted ing, mainly because tion due to local and the rate was set in 2013 and any outcome likely central government European elections in and this would lead to a to effect people's reduced the local gov- May. considerable increase incomes is totally ernment to local “I know from my in the tax people would unfair. authorities by the meetings with constitu- be expected to pay. “Property has got far amount of the property tions that the key issue Rather than let people more expensive since tax income.” with local property tax know where they stand 2013 driven up artifi- Councilor Fortune (LPT) is people's abili- the Government have cially in my view. believes that “National ty to pay and a lack of again cynically decided Cllr Tom Fortune at his election campaign launch last week with his wife Ann, daughter Aine, and Peoples ability to pay government should not services that were to keep people in the granddaughter Emma Niall Fortune in Kilcoole Community Centre is a major issue. be replicated at local promised. In a word dark and kick “The whole basis of level. That this is a real this is just cynical.” the issue down the the property tax is challenge when you are Also weighing in on road until the other side wrong and unfair. You discussing an area such the issue, Cllr Dermot of the elections.” cannot spend your as property tax. ‘Daisy’ O’Brien said Cllr O’Brien Appeal against Southern property. The way the Unfortunately big party “It is wrong for the concluded “Local tax was introduced whip system always try public to be kept in the Property Tax is an from the start was and control things. dark in regards to the election issue and the Cross supermarket grossly unfair, example “It is better for local plans. “What we see Sinn Fein stance on it East coast property democracy when it is now is a pre-election is very clear. We An appeal has been lodged with An Bord Pleanala against the application for a prices verses the rest of not controlled by political strategy in the oppose it and we want single storey retail supermarket and new armed roundabout on the Southern Cross national government. delay of the announce- it abolished.” the country, a very Road in Bray.

The appeal was lodged by Bray Retailers Group (BRG) and a decision is due to be made in August. In a submission objecting to the development during the consultation phase, BRG stated "The Local Area Plan Labour select Greystones emphasises a neighbourhood size development akin to Boghall Shopping Centre. It also emphasises compact- ness (i.e. densification of scarce land resources). BRG suggest a scheme like Boghall Shopping Centre with apartments overhead which could justify the capital required for a roundabout at this over-trafficked area." The development would consist of a single storey retail supermarket measuring c. 2,493sqm gross floor area local election candidate (including an ancillary off-licence within the supermarket); external loading dock of c. 38.8sqm; a service yard of c. 1,158sqm; 1 external plant room of c. 46sqm; 178 car parking spaces; 50 cycle parking spaces; a substation The Labour party in the Greystones Municipal Area has selected Anne Waithira (c. 21sqm); the construction of a new armed roundabout on Southern Cross Road; hard and soft landscaping; Burke as their candidate for the Local Elections at a Selection Convention held in lighting, attenuation and drainage and all associated site development, access points, roads, boundary treatment Kilcoole. and infrastructural service provision needed.

Anne Waithira Burke tor and voice against said "as an Irish citizen racism, prejudice and and a mother of two bullying. children, I am immensely proud of Annie is a firm Ireland and how it has believer in the impor- developed and changed tance of community over the past 12 years I development and inte- have been here. I am very hopeful that gration. She states her Ireland will continue to main concerns are: To flourish not only for fight to end the serious our future but our chil- housing crisis; To dren and their chil- dren's futures. It has advocate climate been a struggle to edu- change measures; To cate myself and I con- improve the facilities tinue to do so and work for children and young hard to build a life for my family. I see great adults in the area; To resilience and opti- develop an intercultur- mism in the Irish peo- al strategy for the area ple, and I believe that in which many foreign helping each other and Anne Waithira Burke building a future for born Irish citizens now our children starts at Women). Originally live; To advocate to local level." from Kenya, Anne improve the local Anne has been an grew up in the slums transport system; To activist for many years outside Nairobi and both in Kenya and knows hardship and the advocate for the return Ireland. She works as importance of of Town Councils and an administrator and resilience and educa- local democracy; To young woman migrant tion. She has been fight to increase jobs in leader for an especially active in NGO called fighting for the rights the area from which AkiDwa,(National of women and young most working people Network of Migrant girls. She is an advoca- commute. WICKLOW

6 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019 GP out of hours service becomes operational John Brady TD has called on the HSE to run a public awareness campaign to promote the long awaited out of hours GP service for North Wicklow which recently became operational. Deputy Brady said fantastic news that after hours and in some cases "The long awaited GP many years campaigning days to see a GP. There out of hours service for by Sinn Féin, the service is a dedicated phone North Wicklow finally is now finally open to the number for people to opened on 2nd April. public. It is disappoint- ring 01-2234500, it's Following their huge success in Croke Park for the Festival of Families in front of His Holiness Northdoc will operate ing however that no pub- important that people from St Columcille's Pope Francis the children from the Wicklow town based MyTh Academy appeared in the National lic awareness campaign phone before attending Hospital and will operate has been put in place to Concert Hall for the Rathmines and Rathgar Musical Society's production of "R&R Sings ! The the new service. This is a from 6pm to 8am inform the public of this critical part of primary Sound of Musicals" a wonderful entertaining concert which took place on April 13th and 14th. Monday to Friday and 24 critically important new The founder of MyTh Aisling Doyle was delighted that the children were invited to hours over the weekend service. The HSE needs health care and I'm glad perform in a professional concert with the Wonderful R&R in the prestigious National Concert and bank holidays. to roll an awareness John Brady, TD that following the Sinn Hal. The concert also featured Kirsty McDoughal, Mathew Nolan, and Padraig Cahill all from "Up to 150 GP's have campaign out as a priori- Féin campaign the dis- Wicklow town under the musical direction of Jackie Curran Olohan. signed up to service the ty." launched will bring an crimination the people of area of North Wicklow Brady concluded "This end to current disgrace- North Wicklow faced in and South Dublin that service is long overdue ful situation where peo- accessing a GP out of Northdoc will cover. Its and now that it has been ple are left waiting many hours has now ended." 2019 Greystones Average house price now Municipal District 67% above lowest point

In Wicklow, prices in the first three months of 2019 were 5% Martin Clancy from People of the Year Awards higher than a year previously, compared to a rise of 10% seen Daft.ie said: "In addition a year ago. The average house price is now €340,000, 67% to a sharp increase in the number of properties on above its lowest point. the market, the volume of transactions is also up That's according to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report released last week. across the board. In the The national average price in the first quarter of the year was €261,000, up 5.9% on the figure for the same period last year, an increase of €15,000 on average. It is year to December, there the 22nd consecutive quarter that the national average price was higher than a year were nearly 19,000 resi- ago. dential property sales in Commenting on the figures, Ronan Lyons, economist at Trinity College Dublin Dublin alone - an and author of the Daft.ie Report, said: "On the face of it, the signals from the mar- increase of 4% compared ket in early 2019 appear to be largely unchanged from recent years, with prices ris- to the previous year. ing in all 54 markets (25 parts of Dublin, the four other cities and remaining 25 Likewise, we're continu- counties) in the first three months of the year. However, in many markets, this may ing to see strong interest be just a rebound following falls in late 2018, driven in large part by the calendar- on Daft.ie with over year basis of exemptions under Central Bank rules. The Dublin market shows a big 1,000 property searches improvement in availability and a cooling off in inflation. With completions set to now taking place every increase in coming quarters, a period of much more moderate inflation - at least in minute across our website Dublin - appears likely." and mobile apps." The Awards will be presented in the Drive for new members at Greystones Greystones Golf Club, Greystones Tennis Club Family Fun Day on Thursday 9th May, 2019 at 8pm Minister Simon Harris showed his support for Greystones Lawn Tennis Club by attending their Family Fun Day on Sunday 7th April. Application forms and tickets are available from Greystones The Minister has had a proactive in encouraging tennis also. This would be Minister Harris said long involvement with people to play tennis and a very positive and inclu- "Developing our clubs Municipal District, Tel: 01 2876694 or Email: the club and last year particularly in reaching sive move and I look for- and facilities is a priority assisted it in securing out to members of our ward to assisting in any for me as they are key to [email protected] / [email protected] Sports Capital Funding community that might way that I can." encouraging people to for a new set of lights to often find it difficult to Minister Harris has live a healthier lifestyle. I Ticket Price €35 allow longer court usage access appropriate facili- worked with the club on am eager to continue my and better inclusivity. ties. development projects in www.wicklow.ie Minister Harris visited "It was so encouraging the past and most recently work with clubs and the club to support their to meet with club repre- he worked with them to organisations all over the drive for new members sentatives about their secure Sports Capital County to ensure they can Closing date for receipt of nominations is Friday 26th April 2019 and to meet those who hopes to make the club Funding for new lighting reach more people in our are working to promote available for wheelchair at the club. community." tennis in the community. • Sportsperson of the Year Speaking after the visit, Minister Harris • Civic Award said: "It was great to get the opportunity to visit the club today and sup- • Special Person of the Year port their open day. The Greystones Tennis Club • Cultural Person of the Year have shown themselves to be exemplary in • Commercial Award encouraging people to get active and involved • Young Entrepreneur of the Year in sport and as Minister for Health and a local TD, this is really wel- GREYSTONES come. At the club, I met WICKLOW MUNICIPAL members of Lakers who Pictured at the Greystones Lawn Tennis Club Open Day on Sunday 7th now regularly enjoy April, were Connor Woods, Minister Simon Harris, Karsten Hokamp, Diane

LOCAL using the facilities of the DISTRICT Cahill, Art Oakes, Paul McKnight, Brian Kennedy, Nadia Hennessy and Times club. It is fantastic that in association with WE DELIVER! the club is being so Marian O'Rourke. Pic: Joe McQuillan WICKLOW

Tuesday 16th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 7 'GREYSTONES HAMMERED BY COMMERCIAL RATES HIKE' The recent rates revaluation undertaken by the Revaluation Office across Wicklow has seen Greystones businesses being hammered by increases, according to Cllr. Jennifer Whitmore.

Cllr. Whitmore, Social Greystones and our other short-sighted and irre- Democrats, said "I have towns, could now be pos- sponsible to play any part spoken to many business- sibly forced out of busi- in putting them out of es in Greystones over the ness through Government businesses." past weeks and I was policy. The business Cllr Whitmore added shocked to learn that environment is particu- "If Government contin- many will face rates larly tough at the ues on this path, towns hikes of 100 percent as a moment, with Brexit on like Greystones will lose result of the recent reval- the horizon and online many of its small retail- uation. Whilst shopping impacting our ers and the only shops Greystones has a high small retailers. Rather that will be able to afford occupancy rate for retail, than continually hammer- to stay open will be the and is known for its Cllr. Jennifer Whitmore ing these businesses, friendly village character, Government needs to large franchises. This is many of our retailers "I find it disgraceful support and help them. not what I want to see for struggle at the moment to that small retailers, who They provide such a my town, and I don't cover their current costs. managed to make it valuable service and real- believe that anyone These rates hikes might through the recession and ly are the heart of com- would want Greystones Pictured: Fran Kinsella and PJ Minogue in Kilcoole Community Centre at Cllr Tom Fortune's just be the final nail in that play such a large part munities all across to turn into a character- campaign launch last week. the coffin for some. in the character of Wicklow. It would be less main street." Candidate urges Greystones Heavy in foal pony left to suffer to become plastic free with severely infected wound Lourda Scott, Green Party local election candidate for Greystones Municipal District, is calling for action to The ISPCA recently responded to a call for help made to the National transported to the near- encourage local business to adopt more environmentally Animal Cruelty Helpline about an injured pony in Arklow. by Irish Horse Welfare aware practices and enable Greystones to become a Trust (IHWT). plastic-free zone. ISPCA Chief Mr Dowling said: "It Inspector Conor is difficult to establish Scott says; "Following on from last year's action, on April 13th thousands of Dowling discovered a the exact cause of the people left their plastic packaging behind in supermarkets in protest against grey pony, heavy in injury which, could unnecessary single use, non recyclable plastic packaging, but yet supermarkets foal, with a severely have been there for are slow to change their current practices. As consumers we must continue to infected wound on her some time. She is a real demand change." neck requiring urgent fighter and it's great to Scott points to a campaign she launched complaining that fruit and vegetables veterinary attention. see her recovering so given to local primary school children as part of the Bord Bia led Food Dude's The pony, later named well. I find it difficult programme are wrapped in single use plastic. She started a petition calling for a Kay was seized and to understand how any- switch to more eco-friendly packaging by next year. She says "'People want one could leave a pony change but it is time for political parties to take action and not just pay lip service to suffer in this condi- to the idea of supporting the environment.The Green Party's Waste Reduction West Wicklow candidate blasts 65 bus service tion. Those responsi- Bill proposes a ban on single use disposable cups and tableware and a deposit and ble for animals must refund scheme for drinks containers. I urge everyone to sign the petition to Social Democrats local election candidate for Baltinglass, Dave McGinn, has criticised the progress this bill, currently at 17,000 signatures, and to refuse unnecessary plastic Dublin Bus 65 bus route, which he says is "not adequately serving West Wicklow." ensure that they receive prompt veterinary atten- when in local businesses. We have the opportunity to lead in this area by simple practical actions." In a post on his official campaign Facebook page the resident shared his experience of the bus tion when required and having passed him and other commuters at the bus stop on their way home that evening. an injury as severe as "I don't get the 65 bus to work too often anymore because it's so unreliable, but I got it today and sure this, should have been enough it was full before it crossed the canal at Rathmines heading back to Ballymore. So I'm currently addressed immediate- waiting an hour for the next one. I left work at 5:30pm, and I'll be lucky to be home before 8pm." ly". "Students, workers, and people wanting or needing to get to and from town have to wait anything between The pony was not 1 hour and 3 hours to get on the bus, and there is always a need to have a back up plan. Public transport is microchipped. Further meant to make life easier and to decrease the number of cars on the road; unfortunately this is not the case if investigations are being you're commuting from Blessington. More and more people are driving because they can't rely on the 65." out by Chief Inspector The 65 bus route travels from Poolbeg Street in Dublin city centre, along the N81 through Tallaght, and on Dowling and a case file to Blessington and . It is the only public transport option directly connecting West Wicklow to on the matter is being Dublin. A recent survey commissioned by Wicklow County Council found that the overwhelming majority of prepared. West Wicklow commuters drive to work, and that 67% are unhappy with their commute. The 65 bus service has been criticised in particular due to its lack of frequency, with one hour between bus departures at peak Anybody with any times and two hours off peak times. information is asked to Wicklow’s Premier Travel Agency Commenting on the need for a more frequent service, Mr McGinn said "I think it's already justified, but contact the ISPCA certainly as the population of Blessington continues to grow with young families and commuters, the need for National Animal better public transport will become more urgent. This is a major irritation for me, but for parents with young Cruelty Helpline on children it might mean the kids are asleep before they get home, or if they're not then you're probably too 1890 515 515 or report ARE frustrated and exhausted to enjoy your time with them. 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8 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019 Council to vote on motion to declare 'climate emergency' for Wicklow Wicklow County Council is to vote on an emergency community motion to declare a climate emergency in Co. Wicklow and to focus resources on tackling climate change and biodiversity collapse.

On March 15th, young the Green Greystones that all stakeholders and that Wicklow "will St. Cronan's pupils Luke Cullen, Josh Dunford, Adam Hagan, and Ben Kelly with their trophy at the people from around group at Wicklow representatives act immediately implement the 28th All Ireland Credit Union Schools Quiz final. Wicklow and Ireland County Council offices immediately to ensure the following steps (as staged a huge strike for before last week's meet- that young people have leading proactive cities St. Cronan's crowned national climate and biodiversity ing, and a native Glen a liveable future in and regions internation- action. The Wicklow o'the Downs' Oak Wicklow, in Ireland and ally already have: climate strikers are now Sapling was presented on planet Earth; That declare a climate emer- winners of All Ireland Credit calling on their local to each of the Cathaoirlí WCC agree that the evi- gency for Wicklow; politicians to stand up of the five Municipal dence of emergency is publish a climate action and be counted with the Districts. overwhelming from plan; declare a biodiver- young people to protect The motion asks: "that IPCC on Climate and sity emergency for Union Schools Quiz Wicklow and Ireland as WCC acknowledge and from WWF LPR on Wicklow; update and St Cronan's Boys National School in Bray has been crowned the national winner of the home they will support the recent Biodiversity; That WCC inherit. Climate Strikes driven agree that, while rela- publish a biodiversity the 28th All Ireland Credit Union Schools Quiz. Pupils Luke Cullen, Josh Dunford, The emergency by the young people and tively small in global action plan; report regu- Adam Hagan and Ben Kelly beat off stiff competition from their rival teams in motion will be proposed families in Greystones, terms, Wild Wicklow, larly on progress on the 11-13 years age category at the grand final in the RDS in Dublin on Sunday 7th by Greystones Bray, Arklow, , previously acknowl- both action plans; that April. Municipal District to Dublin and around the edged as the World's county Wicklow and Wicklow County country; That WCC most liveable communi- each of the five More than 90 teams of four from across the island of event is a popular fixture on the annual schools' Council for the next have listened and under- ty, can and must step up Wicklow municipal dis- Ireland made it through to the national final following calendar and aims to encourage and develop teamwork meeting. stood the deadly urgen- and show visible leader- tricts will join the global the knockout stages at local and regional level. The and collaboration between schoolchildren. It is one of There was a demon- cy felt by the young ship". covenant of mayors for participating teams were accompanied by families, rel- the central events in the ILCU's programme of youth stration by members of people and their demand The motion also asks climate and energy". atives, teachers and friends who enthusiastically initiatives. cheered them on throughout the afternoon. Quizmaster, Speaking at the event, ILCU Head of well-known radio DJ Fergal D'Arcy, ensured the Communications, Paul Bailey said "Every child who atmosphere remained light-hearted while the compet- took part in all stages of the quiz should be very proud ing teams grappled with the more difficult questions. of their achievement. The hard work and preparation The hotly contested quiz is run by the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) each year and attracts more they put in will stand to them in the future. Teachers than 25,000 participants. The local and regional knock- and parents are also deserving of praise for the time out rounds were organised by credit union volunteers and effort dedicated and the support they gave. The and took place in over 300 venues between January grand final here today was fiercely contested, and our and March. two winning teams are extremely deserving of their The questions for the quiz are compiled each year prizes. I hope everyone taking part today enjoyed the by primary school teachers and cover topics such as event as much as those of us who watched on as geography, history, music, literature and sport. The spectators."

Councillors and candidates outside County Buildings showing support for action on climate change

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Tuesday 16th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 9 Thousands still waiting for a decision on their pension Fianna Fáil local election candidate, Anne Gregory has criticised the Minister for Employment Affairs & Social Protection after it emerged that 78,000 pensioners are still waiting on a decision about their entitlement to an increase in the State Contributory Pension.

"A review in relation to tify the anomalies with of the review process. ment to an increase in the post Budget 2012 band regard to Contributory "Many pensioners feel State Contributory rates is currently under- Pension entitlements that very frustrated after their pension. way. I hear this on a daily came about following the expectations were height- "It is very disappointing basis from concerned disastrous changes intro- ened by the Minister; the for pensioners who hav- Wicklow residents." duced by Fine Gael and slow pace of delivery is New figures released to Labour in 2012. extremely unfair to those ing being denied their Fianna Fáil reveal that as "These changes resulted pensioners whose pension entitlement to a full state of 28th March 2019, only in thousands of people payments were unfairly Contributory Pension for 11,646 of 90,000 reviews being denied their entitle- reduced in 2012. years are now subject to have been completed. Of ment to a full state pen- "This review was further delays. Minister these, over 8,850 resulted sion. Whilst I am of announced in January Doherty needs to speed up in an increase in payment course glad that reviews 2018 and it now looks this process and ensure for the pensioners are underway and that a likely that thousands of concerned. number of pensioners pensioners may end up that reviews are being Gregory said, "Fianna have received their waiting up to two years conducted as quickly and Fáil fought very hard to revised payment I am dis- before a decision is efficiently as possible", get the government to rec- mayed by the slow pace finalised on their entitle- concluded Gregory. Overcrowding in Colaiste Chraobh Abhann Kilcoole's growing population has become an issue for Colaiste sion application being Chraobh Abhann over the last 10 years. An extension for the filed back in 2013. school is due sometime in the next two years, but until then Since then three prefabs have been put in place. more prefabs will have to be put in place to cope with the Former priciple Mr. Pictured are Kayden Byrne, Michael Byrne and Mason Cosgrove at the coffee morning in the rising numbers. Eivers speaking to the Parkview Hotel, Newtown, in aid of the Wicklow Hospice Foundation and cancer support Wicklow Times has said Colaiste Chraobh By Niamh Coster which was surpassed services. back in September that "another three (pre- Abhann is a secondary fabs) are going in later 2009. between the ages of 0- level school based in by former principle in the year" to help Kilcoole. . Shane Eivers, with a The school’s lack of 17, the majourity of space lead to an exten- cope with the rising It was opened in 2003 capacity of 560 students numbers "and that will which were between the Letter to the editor: ages of 0-9. All are tie the school up to What's new, Brendan? capacity for another 2 going need a place for Greystones People of the years". Mr. Eivers has secondary level educa- Councillor Brendan Thornhill has been in the headlines for a number of weeks said in regards to the tion. talking about possible corruption within the planning section of Wicklow County extension: "We would With two new sec- Council. be hopeful that it would Year Awards ondary schools open- be in place around Brendan could you please tell us, from what planet have you just arrived from? ing, one for The Greystones District Councillors, in conjunction with the 2020, 2021". Over the years I personally posted about the corruption regarding the illegal Wicklow Times, will honour people from the Greystones area. Is The school takes stu- Newtownmountkennedy destruction of my village and area of Kilcoole. My most recent objection to a there someone you know who deserves recognition for their dents from Kilcoole, and the surrounding development beside me had permission granted. The development has now been achievements? And for their contribution to the community? Why Newtownmountkennedy, areas and one for deemed an alleged unauthorised development (another word for illegal) and work not nominate them for an award? Roundwood, Newcastle Charlesland, both set to continues. and a few from other open in 2021 with a Awards will be made in the following categories: Sports Person of the Year; Charlie Keddy places in North capacity of 800 students Civic Person of the Year; Special Award; Cultural Person of the Year; Wicklow. It is expected each, it's hoped that the Commercial Person of the Year; Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Awards will to have 800 students by be presented on Thursday, 9th May at a special function in Greystones Golf 2020. In 2016 Kilcoole overcrowding in sec- Club. Full details and nomination forms from Greystones Municipal District, alone had a population ondary schools will be 2876694. The deadline for nominations is Friday 26th April. of about 1300 children resolved.

Bray Rotary Club held a collection on the Main Street in Bray in aid of the victims of Hurricane Idia. Club President John Whelan (pictured left) said they were once again overwhelmed by the generosity of Bray residents who gave so willingly for this deserving cause. They were joined on the day by Rotaractors ( youth section of Rotary) who were of enormous help WICKLOW

10 FEATURE TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019

here are 19,244 people in Co. Wicklow (14%) living with a becoming closer to our Co. Wicklow, there are BRAY & NORTH WICKLOW disability and there are 5,559 carers. There are 3,821 people in Wicklow with hearts for many of us, as many services and organi- STROKE CLUB a disability related to mental health, 1,949 with an intellectual disability, 1,485 we are increasingly likely sations to provide support, T to have a friend or family with blindness or severe vision impairment, 2,991 with deafness or severe hearing care, education and The Bray & North Wicklow Stroke Club has member who has a disabil- employment, to improve been in existence for almost 20 years. impairment, and 4,813 with a learning difficulty. ity. However, thanks to the many support services in the everyday lives of those Twenty-four percent of percent of people with a population. "These include poverty, Founded in 2000 by Michael Whelan, the club was place, living with a disabil- with a disability who live, people with a disability in disability living in Co. In February, housing, public transport formed in response to what he saw as a lack of any ity doesn't have to mean work and socialise in Co. Co. Wicklow are in Wicklow, meanwhile, have Independent Senator John and access to employment other forms of community support in the Bray area for being held back in life. In Wicklow. employment. This is com- no access to a car or van. Dolan, CEO of the and education. We all have stroke victims. pared to 54% of the gener- This is compared to just Disability Federation of a responsibility to find Michael took it upon himself to form the Bray & al population. Nineteen eight percent of the general Ireland, was in Wicklow to ways of tackling these North Wicklow Stroke Club - a group where those present these and other dis- issues and the role of local who have suffered a stroke can meet up and share ability statistics to councils in this is critical." experiences, getting help and encouragement with speech or physical problems. There have also been Councillors and discuss There are over 7,000 annual outings to places such as the Botanic Gardens the range of barriers that people in Wicklow who and Hunter's Hotel in . continue to exclude and have difficulty with basic The club is welcoming to people of all ages. inhibit people with disabil- physical activities. Members' have ranged from children aged under 6, to ities. All of this means the older people in their 60s, 70s and 80s. Members come Senator Dolan said topic of disability is and go throughout the year, and although the group primarily serves Bray and North Wicklow, members come from as far away as Arklow. The Bray & North Wicklow Stroke Club do Open Door caters for adults collections once a year in Bray and Greystones, which with physical disabilities on also raise awareness of the club which is always welcoming to new members who wish to come along a daily basis. Our modern, and take part. purpose built Activity Centre is situated on the Vevay Road, OPEN DOOR DAY CENTRE Bray, Co. Wicklow. This year Open Door is proud to celebrate 35 years of caring in the community and would like to thank all its supporters for helping to make a difference to members’ lives. Ph: 01 286 7123 Open Door is a charitable trust founded in 1984 and while based in Bray, the catchment area covers North Wicklow and South County Dublin. The Centre provides facilities and activities for adults with varying E: [email protected] disabilities as a result of stroke, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, spina bifida and road accidents amongst others. Activities include art, music, computers, physiotherapy, ceramics and www.opendoor.ie woodwork. Open Door is a vital social outlet for its members and also provides much needed support for carers and their families. Find out how Open Door can help you or someone you know by calling 01 2867123 or drop in to the Centre on the Vevay Road, Bray, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am - 4.00 pm. While Open Door is partly funded by the HSE, funds must be raised to cover the deficit in order to continue to provide the many therapeutic activities to members of the community. Visit www.opendoor.ie for more information on how you can help support Open Door.

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National Learning Network - EmployAbility Bray: Free Training for Service Employment & Further Education If you are out of work, have a disability or had a serious illness or if The EmployAbility Service provides you left school early and you are looking to get a job or qualifications employment support services to people and further education then you might be interested in calling into the regular National Learning Network Open Mornings. with disabilities and support needs throughout Ireland and has a reputation You will see first-hand Employment Skills the latest updates on the training courses they * IT and Business for quality service provision with a www.twitter.com/NLNWi have on offer. The centre Administration which cklow. Don't forget the on the Boghall Road in strong focus on achieving desired results leads to a QQI Level 5 in Open Mornings take place Bray opens its doors Information Processing in each of its twenty-three centres. every Wednesday from every Wednesday from All of the courses offer The EmployAbility mission entails forming 11.00am -to 1.00pm and work placement. For more 11.00am to 1.00pm in the alliances and working partnerships with other people are invited to information, please see centre in Beechwood organisations and service providers; Playing an come along to meet cur- their ad in this section or Close on the Boghall active and leading role in informing and influenc- rent students and instruc- call 01 282 9643 or get Road, Bray. tors to learn more about ing employers with regard to the benefits of their training courses. It's employing people with disabilities; Setting and a great opportunity to see promoting world class standards in employment first-hand what's involved Bray Stroke Club and placement services. in the courses and to see EmployAbility provides a range of supports to the additional supports employers and people with disabilities through a that are on offer such as Meets every Monday in team of Employment Support Specialists (Job education supports, psy- Villa Pacis on the chologist, and peer Coaches) and professional support staff. The support to help you to a Vevay Road, Bray. EmployAbility Service Wicklow is a free service new start! to both employers and participants and is The club is open to anybody contracted to and funded by the Department of Bathroom Adaptations The courses, funded by Employment and Social Protection. the Kildare & Wicklow who has suffered a stroke, EmployAbility Service locations in County Education and Training no matter your age. Wicklow are: EmployAbility Service Bray (Tel: With over twenty years experience in the area of bathroom conversions, stairlifts Board, offered here are: 01 2116474, [email protected]); and ramps, Bathroom Adaptations are very well placed to help ensure the * Vocational Skills Foundation which leads EmployAbility Service Wicklow Town (0404 continuation of independent living for the elderly, the less-abled and indeed anyone who needs a little extra help due to their changing needs. to a QQI Level 3 in Contact Michael for 20417, [email protected]); If it is appropriate, Bathroom Adaptations can also assist with the application for a Employability Skills, EmployAbility Arklow, (0402 29724- , grant to help finance the work required. Many people are not aware of the availabil- * Employer Based further details: [email protected]); EmployAbility ity of the Council grants. This process can often be seen as a very difficult and Training, which is a job out-reach Service West Wicklow (0404 20417, complex exercise but with the right guidance it can be a quick and easy task. seeking course, which [email protected]). Call (01) 2130803 or see www.bathroomadaptations.ie leads to a QQI Level 4 in 086 872 9255 WICKLOW

12 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019 ASHFORD TEEN IS YOUNG FILMMAKER OF THE YEAR Fourteen-year-old Sean Treacy from Ashford in Wicklow took home the title of Ireland's Young Senior Filmmaker of the year 2019 for his short film 'Rue' at the Fresh Film Festival 2019 in Limerick. The competition, which into Ireland's Young received a record of more Filmmaker of the Year than 1,700 entries this 2019 from Wicklow film- year, announced the win- makers included 'I Had a ners at the Odeon Dream' by Cillian Castletroy. George, aged 18, in Rue is a story about a which a boy shares his boy who regrets his last dreams and ambitions but words to his best friend. luck is not in his favour Speaking about his win, to carry them out, as well Sean said, "To win here as 'Three Animations - today is an absolute hon- Group 1' by students our, especially consider- from Coláiste Cill ing the quality of the Mhantáin, which is a col- The Wicklow branch of Darkness into Light launched this year's event on Monday last at films that were entered! I lection of large scale stop Fitzwilliam Square in Wicklow. The local committee have the backup support of the local think this year's films are motion animations. Colaiste Chill Mhantain school as well as Wicklow Lions Club. On the 11th May thousands of the highest quality that Ireland's Young people from the Wicklow area will walk or run 5K for Piata House and help save lives. Pictured Fresh Film has ever Filmmaker of the Year is is the Wicklow DIL Team Declan McInerney, Ann Chambers, Joe Kirwin, Sean Olohan, and received. They were all the highlight of Geraldine Mooney with students from the local Colaiste Chill Mhantain school - Charlie Cruise, absolutely outstanding Limerick's Fresh Film and any of them could Festival, which is now in Darren O'Brien, and Brandan O'Brien, joined by Leo the Lion have placed first. I am its 23rd year. Other high- really honoured and lights of Fresh Film chuffed that it was this Festival 2019 include fea- Cat Litter - what to choose? film that won. It's one the ture screenings and work- actors and I worked really shops including an People can be picky about their own bathroom habits, so is it any surprise that cats will be hard on, I couldn't have Industry Master class Sean Treacy: Young Senior Filmmaker of the year done it without them, and with The National Youth picky about theirs? they were amazing. I Film School. Animation Award, the Jayne adds, "the festival Choosing a litter can be an important decision, for best chances of pleasing your feline friend, makes sure you can't thank Fresh Film Fresh Film Festival RTE 60 Second Short is a forum where young know the information necessary to choose the right litter for her, and for you. Festival enough for encourages young people Film Award and the RTE film-makers can meet organising the whole from Ireland and over- Factual Award, in addi- each other. Even at that Non-clumping litter event, it was just fantas- seas, aged 7 to 18 years, tion to the International stage networking is Using non-clumping litter has its own unique set of advantages and disadvantages. It is designed to absorb tic!" to create, exhibit and and Audience awards. important. You may end instead of hardening into clumps. However, changing the litter box becomes quite a chore with non-clumping Sean also directed the share films. The festival "Ireland's Young up meeting the same peo- litter. Waste still has to be scooped out daily, but urine sits in the litter until it begins to smell, and the only way short film 'Spark', in provides an opportunity Filmmaker have a very ple again later in your to clean the box is to dump it all out and replace it with fresh litter. If you wish to avoid which the body of a cam- for these young filmmak- interesting approach" career. As advocates of juggling rubbish bags and heavy, smelly litter boxes, non-clumping litter may not be era brings a young boy's ers to have their work says Jayne Foley, young film-making, we the right choice for you, or your cat, as you will inevitably put off changing the litter dream to life, which was seen on a cinema screen Director of Fresh Film also try to showcase films box. also screened during the for the first time and to Festival. "Storytelling is abroad. We've brought festival. Sean had previ- compete for the title of at the core" she says, Irish films and young Clumping litter ously come second in Ireland's Young "because the budget is filmmakers to Korea, The beauty of clumping litter is that rather than absorbing urine until the litter Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year. usually either low or non- Austria, Germany and becomes saturated and smelly, the litter forms hard clumps around the urine. As a Filmmaker of the Year All films submitted are existent, filmmakers have Edinburgh. This year we result, the litter box is easy to manage: just use a slotted litter scoop to remove 2018 for his film 'Brother' also considered for a to be very inventive with are excited to have a clumps and waste, leaving the loose litter in the box for next time. As the level in which two kids range of Specialist plot and location." This number of international drops, just refill the box with fresh litter. become unlikely friends Awards including the year the festival received young filmmakers com- after they are forced to Radharc Trust Award over 1,700 films into its ing to Fresh and sharing Not sure which litter would suit your cat best? Call into your local store today to spend time together. (documentary), the three categories Junior, their filmmaking experi- discuss the best litter for your cat with our Maxi Zoo Pet Experts. Other films entered Boulder Media Senior and International. ence with us." Greystones Girl Guides' good turn Members of Irish Girl Guides from Greystones and Delgany were thrilled to feature on RTE's News2day programme when they did a litter pick in the grounds of St Laurence's National School in Greystones.

The Ladybirds, Brownies and Guides decided to join the An Taisce Spring Clean as one of their good turns for Irish Girl Guides' National Good Turn Week. National Good Turn Week took place from 1st-7th April. When girls join the organisation, they promise to do a good turn every day. Given that there are 12,000 members, this makes a whopping total of 84,000 good turns every week. During National Good Turn Week members share their good deeds on social media using the hashtag #GoodTurns and encourage members of the public to do the same. In this way, it is hoped to spread kindness and goodwill throughout the country, thereby making a positive impact on individuals, families, communities and on society as a whole. Younger Irish Girl Guides (IGG) members help their parents with chores around the home (without being asked!) and share their lunch with their friends while older girls may offer to help an elderly neighbour with shopping, donate money or toys to charity or hold a bake sale to raise money for charity. Some girls opt to do good turns for the environment, like walking or cycling to school or turning the tap off while brushing their teeth. Some Girl Guide units organised litter picks in conjunction with An Taisce's Spring Clean and sharing their photos with the #trashtag hashtag, which has taken social media by storm in recent weeks. "By carrying out good turns daily, the value of volunteering is impressed upon our members from a young age," says IGG Chief Commissioner Helen Concannon. "Our youngest members from age five learn about different ways they can help oth- Members of Irish Girl Guides from Greystones and Delgany were thrilled to feature on RTE's News2day programme when they ers at home and at school while our older girls get involved in community action projects and learn to use their voices and their skills to improve the world around did a litter pick in the grounds of St Laurence's National School in Greystones. The Ladybirds, Brownies and Guides decided to them." join the An Taisce Spring Clean as one of their good turns for Irish Girl Guides' National Good Turn Week. WICKLOW

Tuesday 16th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 13 Uplands Council seek volunteers for Sally Gap litter pick The Wicklow Uplands Council is organising a litter pick event along a 7km stretch of the Sally Gap on the evening of Tuesday the 16th April.

The event is being Kippure Adventure area. there. organised in as part of Centre. Given the "This litter pick event Pure Project the Pure Mile changeable weather con- has been organised to Manager, Ian Davis said Competition and the An ditions, volunteers are ensure that its kept in "The Pure Project pro- Taisce National Spring requested to dress the pristine condition it motes and supports Clean, which happens appropriately and if pos- deserves to be found in groups such as walking, nationwide through the sible to also bring a pair and all volunteers and cycling, scouting or month of April. of gloves. All collection support is warmly wel- local businesses and The route through the bags and litter pickers come". organisations getting € will be provided. The Sally Gap is involved with clean ups Newtown man wins 22,000 on Winning Streak National Park, will Refreshments will be world renowned for its throughout the uplands John McDonald from Newtownmountkennedy had fallen asleep in front of Winning Streak begin at Kippure provided afterwards in spectacular views of region. when his brother Eddie shook him awake and said "that's you" - pointing at the television Adventure Centre and the Kippure Adventure peaks, glacier valleys, Wicklow Upland screen, "they pulled out your name". John, still in a sleepy haze, waited until the end credits head along the Sally Centre. blanket bogs and cas- Council's upcoming lit- Gap Road (R759) adja- Speaking in advance cading rivers and ter pick will make a until he saw his name and address in full before he started to believe it! cent to the Coronation of the event, Brian attracts considerable notable difference to the Since then John says he has never seen so many good luck cards or have received so many calls Plantation as far as the Dunne, Coordinator of numbers of visitors keen appearance of the Sally to the house from well-wishers from his neighbours and friends in Newtownmountkennedy. He well-known Sally Gap Wicklow Uplands to experience some of Gap, a highly visited also admitted that he had been struggling to get a good night's sleep in anticipation of his crossroads. Council said "The Sally its beauty. tourist route and I con- Winning Streak appearance. To cover this distance, Gap is important not Unfortunately, the gratulate in advance, all John was born and reared in Newtownmountkennedy where he grew up with his parents and 13 the group will break up only as a route across Wicklow Uplands' suf- of the volunteers siblings at home. John is now retired but spend 43 years of working life working for Wicklow into smaller teams with the Wicklow Mountains, fers from incidents of involved." County Councul, plying his hand at many things such as road maintenance and on the bin lor- a mini-bus picking up but as one of the great illegal dumping and lit- For further details on and collecting along the natural assets that this tering, causing serious ries among other things. Now retired John's real love is walking. He is well known in the town the event, please contact route. region has to offer to its challenges to its unique as a great walker and can cover up to 18 miles a day. Brian Dunne at All volunteers are many visitors and for habitat and biodiversity bdunne@wicklowup- welcome and should the communities that and to the communities lands.ie. meet at 5.45pm at the work and reside in the that reside and visit Wicklow Gaol to launch 'Gates of Hell' virtual reality experience This June Wicklow Historic Gaol will launch a new Virtual Reality Experience themed - 'The Gates of Hell'.

The fully immersive journe, giving a glimpse toric world of Wicklow port from Fáilte Ireland. experience will transport into the strange activities Gaol to life by taking sto- Wicklow Gaol is a key visitors back in time to that have earned the Gaol rytelling to a ground- attraction in County Wicklow Gaol in the the title of 'Ireland's Most breaking new immersive Wicklow in Ireland's 1700's - a time of Haunted Building'. level. Wicklow Historic Ancient East and pivotal extreme corruption. Emagine are the Virtual Gaol is the jewel in the to the economy of Customers from across Reality Specialists devel- crown of the Ancient East Wicklow town both in the world will enter a oping the dramatic new & soon visitors from terms of customer spend grim 3-dimensional experience. "It's like across the world will and job creation." world of bribery, rebel- being an active witness", have the wonderful Jenny De Saulles, Head lion, dark dungeons and explains Brian Hickey, opportunity to leap into of Ireland's Ancient East witness some of the most the Creative Director at some of its fascinating at Fáilte Ireland, said: notorious prisoners in Emagine. stories." "Visitors from around the action from the perspec- "Imagine if you could Blaise Treacy, world are increasingly tive of actually being in leap into a cinema scene. Chairman of the Board at expecting more interac- the Gaol in that very It's an experience. We're Wicklow Enterprise Park tive and hands-on ways to moment. going to put users in a says it is vital to the suc- enjoy history and heritage Rubbish collected recently by the Pure Mile group during a cleanup. The new experience very different Wicklow cess of Wicklow Gaol to - key components of our has been made possible Gaol, as it might have stay relevant in the cus- Ireland's Ancient East following the awarding looked in the 1700's. This tomers' and tour opera- brand. Development of a €200,000 grant from is one of the most excit- tors' minds. grants, like the one we've Wicklow students show class in Fáilte Ireland through the ing projects we have "Wicklow County announced today for new Storytelling worked on & we have an Council and Wicklow Wicklow Gaol, are vital Interpretation Grants entire team of animators Historic Gaol manage- in ensuring our tourism Primary School 5s County Final Scheme to improve the & 3-D artists dedicated to ment team are delighted offering remains strong quality of animation and bringing the amazing his- to receive this grant sup- and competitive. Arklow Town FC played host to the Wicklow County Final of the FAI Primary storytelling at existing School 5s Programme on the 10th of April. Through a series of local attractions throughout qualification rounds just 6 schools progress from a hard-fought Wicklow Ireland's Ancient East. County Final onto the provincial finals. The family-friendly experience will invite visitors to journey The ‘A’ Cup, open to boys and/or mixed teams from small schools, had 4 passionate schools with the through over 200 years final between the talented Scoil Naomh Brid and St Saviours school. Scoil Naomh Brid triumphed in of life in Wicklow Gaol what was a thrilling contest. The ‘B’ Cup, for medium sized schools, again proved to be a compelling and experience the 1798 division with 8 teams involved. The final was eventually won by Gael Scoil Chill Mhaintain who Rebellion, the famine era proved a little too strong over a talented Carrysfort NS side. The ‘C’ Cup, for large schools, was another and the War of hard-fought contest between 2 very talented schools. St Kevins Greystones eventually came out on top Independence through of the large school’s division. The winners will now progress to the South Leinster Finals on April 30th, the eyes of Gaol at Bunclody AFC, Co. Wexford.class girls registered making it more competitive than ever. inmates... and meet many In the Girls ‘B’ Cup Final, for medium sized schools, Sacred Heart Aughrim sealed qualification to an imposing character the next stage after they overcame a tough challenge from NS.St Laurences Greystones put in along the way. The para- a fine display against St Marys Blessington to progress from the Girls ‘C’ Cup division for large normal realm and its schools. St Laurences finished off the tournament with a 5 goal to 0 goal win and look in fine form ghostly inhabitants will heading into the South Leinster Finals. also open its Virtual The ‘Gates of Hell’ virtual reality experience at Wicklow Gaol Reality doors along the WICKLOW

14 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 16th April 2019 €34 MILLION INVESTED BY GOVERNMENT IN WICKLOW HOUSING The Government has allocated €33,984,442 to Wicklow County Council for the rapid delivery of 124 new homes for Co Wicklow. Four house building allow make a significant ment demonstrates this schemes approved in impact on our local hous- Government's commit- Bray, Wicklow, and ing demand. The €34 ment to the delivery of Rathdrum will deliver million investment has more social housing and 124 new homes to Co been allocated to in turn, reducing the Wicklow. The funding is Wicklow County pressure on our to be allocated from the Council to ensure the Co Wicklow housing Department of Housing, projects move forward market. This multi-mil- Planning and Local quickly." lion Euro allocation to Government to Wicklow Twenty homes will be Wicklow County County Council for the delivered in phase 2 of Council is key to the rapid delivery of social Avondale Heights, construction of new housing. Rathdrum; 40 homes will homes for the County. I Minister Simon Harris be provided at Ashtown will continue to work said "In just this past Lane, Wicklow Town; 31 with Chief Executive Pictured at the playground in Aughrim for the launch of 'Young Lungs at Play', a new smoke-free space initiative by the week, this Government homes will be delivered Frank Curran and my HSE, in partnership with Arklow Municipal District and County Wicklow Partnership were Hazel, Clara and Grace has approved 4 important at Ard na Greine, Bray; Government colleagues Sheridan with Martina Blake, Tobacco Free Ireland Programme, Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Head of Health and Wellbeing, HSE, social housing build and 33 homes will be to ensure our County Cathaoirleach of Arklow Municipal District Cllr Miriam Murphy, and Mary Desmond, Health Promotion Officer, schemes in Co Wicklow delivered at Bollarney continues to receive the Community Healthcare East. Children from Sacred Heart National School, Aughrim were on hand to officially launch the that will deliver 124 Woods, Wicklow Town. necessary funding for new initiative, the aim of which is to encourage the public to keep communal areas such as playgrounds and parks free homes. This is very wel- Minister Harris contin- growth and develop- from tobacco smoke. New 'Tobacco - Free' signs have been placed in six playgrounds, outdoor gym areas, other local come progress as it will ued "This announce- ment." amenities (such as at the local Duck Pond) and in the 'Moments in Time' garden in the Arklow Municipal District area. The signs also show contact details of services that are available, free-of-charge, to all adults seeking support to quit. New sheltered housing Grants available to Wicklow development planned for Bray Vincent Hannon Architects, in association with Tuath Housing, a not for profit housing association, gave a presentation to Bray Municipal District councillors last week on their proposal youth groups to hold an event for a 17 unit sheltered housing development for the elderly on Parnell Road. during European Youth Week The site is located between the rear of Brighton Terrace and a surface carpark opening from St Kevin's Square. Planning permission was granted in 2003 to construct a 3 storey 12 apartment building over ground floor Léargas, Ireland's agency for international collaboration and exchange programmes, is offering carpark. youth groups in County Wicklow up to €300 to host an event as part of European Youth Week The units will be a mix of one and two bedroom adaptive apartments, taking place from 29th April - 5th May. allowing for an increase from one to 3 bedroom, depending on need. Tuath say the form and layout of the building of the building 'strives to accommo- The theme of the will be part of a pro- Senior Client Services pate in the democratic organisations including date the elderly from the area whilst having flexibility for future adaptation week is 'Democracy gramme of over 1,000 Officer with Léargas process and make their De Paul, Donegal with accessibility a central aspect of the design strategy'. and Me' and events grassroots activities said: "With the local voices heard. Under Youth Service and It is expected that planning approval will be completed by September should explore the taking place across and European elections the theme 'Democracy Crooked House will be 2019 with an on site start in mid June 2020 and completion and handover to ways young people can Europe during Youth taking place at the end and me' youth groups attending. take place in June 2021. influence decisions and Week. of May, it's a perfect can hold events like be active in society. Commenting on the time to encourage mock elections, Events in Wicklow week, Carmel Walsh, young people to partici- debates on issues of importance to young people, or invite elec- tion candidates to visit their group. To apply, youth organisations must be already involved in Erasmus+ or European Solidarity Corps. Groups can apply online at www.leargas.ie. The deadline for applica- tions is Monday, 15th April 2019. All suc- cessful groups will receive resources to help them host the event including a European Youth Week Pack. European Youth Week takes place every two years and is mile- stone for young people and the youth sector in Europe. A flagship event in Brussels will bring together young people, youth workers, volunteers, youth Pictured at the coffee morning in Fishers of Newtownmountkennedy in aid of the Wicklow Nora Furlong and a group of young people participating in a Youth Lab, organisations and poli- Hospice Foundation and cancer support services were Sandrine Lemonnier, Becky Harrison, Jean which was part of European Youth Week. cy-makers. Ireland Harris and Nuala O'Rourke. WICKLOW

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WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL I Gary Collins intend to apply Alphaplan Design (Tel: 0404- Alphaplan Design (Tel: 086 for permission for demolition of 64123 or 086-2461269 Email: 2461269, Email: eugene existing rear extension, new [email protected]) @alphaplandesign.com) CLASSIFIEDS / RECRUITMENT 123.5 sqm single storey Seeks planning permission Seeks planning permission extension to the rear of consequent to outline planning for a single storey • Planning Notices existing dwelling, removal of permission under ref. no. extension to the side of existing septic tank and 17/367 for two no. 2 storey dwelling and associated installation of new wastewater dwellings to the front of the works at 5 Greenhill Close, • Prayers system and soil polishing site with connection to Greenhill Road, Wicklow, filter and associate works services, and all ancillary site Co. Wicklow for C. Doyle. WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL at Ballyfree East, Glenealy, works at Grove Cottages, The planning application Co. Wicklow. The planning Church Lane, Greystones, Co. may be inspected, or APPLICATION TO WICKLOW Alphaplan Design (Tel: 0404- application may be inspected Wicklow for Dorm Quality COUNTY COUNCIL FOR A WASTE 64123 or 086-2461269 Email: purchased at a fee not FACILITY PERMIT or purchased at a fee not Developments. The planning exceeding the reasonable Notice is hereby given in accor- [email protected]) exceeding the reasonable cost application may be inspected, cost of making a copy, at dance with Articles 7 and 8 of the Seeks planning permission of making a copy at the offices or purchased at a fee not the offices of the planning Waste Management (Facility Permit for change of use (removal of Wicklow County Council, exceeding the reasonable cost authority during its public and Registration) Regulations 2007 of planning condition no. 2 of that Dempsey Sand and Gravel County Council Buildings, of making a copy, at the offices opening hours and a planning ref. no. 08/1256 and Wicklow Town, during its of the planning authority during Ltd., Kilmurray North, , Co. submission or observation Wicklow will be making an applica- removal of planning condition no. public opening hours and a its public opening hours and a in relation to the tion to Wicklow County Council, 2 of planning ref. no. 04/2032) submission or observation in submission or observation in application may be made within 10 working days from the from restricted use as a dwelling relation to the application relation to the application may to the authority in writing date of this notice, for a Waste may be made in writing to the be made to the authority in on payment of the Facility Permit to operate a facility to use by all classes of persons at planning authority on payment writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the at Balleese Lower, Rathdrum, Co. Quill Road, Kilmacanogue, Co. of the prescribed fee within prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks Wicklow for the importation and Wicklow, for S. and A. Brady. The 5 weeks from submission period of 5 weeks beginning on deposit of inert subsoil and topsoil planning application may be beginning on the date for the purposes of land remedia- of application to Planning the date of receipt by the of receipt by the authority tion. inspected, or purchased at a fee Authority. authority of the application. of the application. The class of activity at the site in not exceeding the reasonable cost accordance with in accordance of making a copy, at the offices of with the Third & Fourth schedules the planning authority during WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL of the Waste Management Act, its public opening hours and a Planning permission is sought for revi- 1996, as amended, is: Alice Lennon seeks retention Planning Permission is sought Class R5: Recycling/reclamation of submission or observation in from Wicklow County Council to sions and alterations to previously permission for a long- other inorganic materials, which relation to the application may be standing single storey renovate our home including approved planning permission Pl. Reg. Ref: 16/1356 to include the following: includes soil cleaning resulting in made to the authority in writing extension (29.3 sqm GFA) to raising existing roof to provide recovery of the soil and recycling of 1. Revisions to House Type A on site on payment of the prescribed fee the side and rear of an additional accommodation, No’s 1-4 to 4 bed semi-detached. inorganic construction materials. existing cottage, including a connect to existing services and 2. Revisions to House Type B on site Class R10: Land treatment result- within the period of 5 weeks kitchen and living room area; all associated site works at No.4 No. 5 to 5 bed detached. ing in benefit to agriculture or eco- beginning on the date of receipt resulting in alterations Meath Place Bray Co Wicklow 3. Omit House Type A and House Type logical improvement. by the authority of the application. to the front and rear C from site No’s 6-8 and reconfigure The class of activity at the site in sites to include proposals for additional accordance with Part One of the elevations, at Talbotstown Signed: Alan Doherty and Gemma Hodge dwelling on proposed site No. 9. Third Schedule of the Waste THE MIRACULOUS Lower, , Co. Wicklow. 4. Proposed 4 No. House Type D, 3 bed Management (Facility Permit & PRAYER The planning application semi-detached units on proposed site The Planning Application may Registration) Regulations 2007, as may be inspected or No’s 6-9. amended is: be inspected or purchased, Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I purchased at a fee not All of the above together with all asso- Class 5: Recovery of excavation or at a fee not exceeding the ciated site development works on site exceeding the reasonable dredge spoil, comprising natural have asked for many favours. reasonable cost of making a at rear of Little Orchard, Chapel Road, materials of clay, silt, sand, gravel This time I ask you this very spe- cost of making a copy at the Delgany, Co. Wicklow. copy, from Wicklow County or stone and which comes within cial one. (Mention request) Take offices of Wicklow County Signed: Dungrey Ltd. Council at Wicklow County the meaning of inert waste, through it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it Council, County Buildings, Buildings, Wicklow, during The planning application may be deposition for the purposes of the within your broken Heart where Wicklow during its public its public opening hours. A improvement or development of opening hours and a inspected or purchased at a fee not your Father sees it. Then, in his submission or observation in exceeding the reasonable cost of mak- land, where the total quantity of merciful eyes it will become your submission or observation in waste recovered at the facility is relation to the application may ing a copy at the offices of Wicklow favour not mine. Amen. relation to the application be made in writing to the County Council, County Buildings, less than 100,000 tonnes. may be made to the planning authority on the Wicklow during its public opening A copy of the application will, as authority in writing on planning authority on payment hours. soon as is practicable after receipt Say this prayer for three days. payment of the prescribed of the prescribed fee within the A submission or observation in relation by Wicklow County Council, be Promise publication and favour fee within the period of 5 period of five weeks beginning to the application may be made to the available for inspection or purchase will be granted. Never known to weeks beginning on the date authority in writing on payment of the at the following location: Wicklow fail on the date of receipt by the prescribed fee within the period of 5 County Council, County Buildings, of receipt by the authority of authority of the planning weeks beginning on the date of receipt Whitegates. Wicklow Town, A67 the application. application. by the authority of the application. FW96. B.McL. CLASSIFIEDCLASSIFIED ADSADS && PLPLANNINGANNING // APPOINTMENTSAPPOINTMENTS CALL 01 2869111 EMAIL: [email protected] PLEASE NOTE DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED ADS AND APPOINTMENTS IS 12 NOON FRIDAY