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Pressure on Naas Community College must be maintained – Lawless

James Lawless TD has said that it is paramount that pressure must be kept on the Department of Education to progress the build of Naas Community College as quickly as possible. 

There is a considerable demand for places in the school and this is a key part of the educational infrastructure for Naas and the surrounding areas complementing the existing schools by placing a co-ed ETB (Education and Training Board) school into the North Naas area to cater for students from all over the town but also places like Sallins, Kill, Johnstown, Rathmore and all that hinterland.

James said, “The school has received planning permission for a brand new building at Millenium park, Naas and will cater for over 1,000 pupils in a new state of the art building once the construction phase is completed.”

“However the delays have been frustrating for the school community and I have repeatedly brought them to the MInister’s attention. The Department and indeed the ETB  are 100% committed to this project, and great progress has been made despite scare-mongering from some opportunistic politicians, however the delays are causing understandable concern for many parents and the wider school community. Continue reading “Pressure on Naas Community College must be maintained – Lawless”

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Progress on Liffey Bridge in Celbridge – Frank O’Rourke

Frank O Rourke TD has welcomed the appointment of a consultant to carry out a feasibility study on the options available for pedestrians and cyclists to cross the Liffey Bridge and to select one.

“The National Transport Authority (NTA) have informed me that a consultant, Clifton Scannell and  Emerson Associates have been appointed to undertake a feasibility study which will identify the potential options to address the issues for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the Liffey Bridge and recommend a preferred option.”

“I believe that the consultant will have their work completed by the end of Quarter 1 this year. I have made representations to provide a safer option for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the bridge and I am delighted that we are now seeing progress.” Continue reading “Progress on Liffey Bridge in Celbridge – Frank O’Rourke”

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More Improvements needed on Kildare Line – Frank O’Rourke

New off- peak services on the Kildare Line will be provided during 2018 according to Frank O’Rourke TD.

“The National Transport Authority have confirmed that new off-peak services will be provided on the Kildare Line during 2018. This is welcome news and ensures that we continue to improve the local the services on the line servicing Hazelhatch in Celbridge and Naas.”

“Travelling by car into the city centre is becoming almost impossible. We must provide an alternative by improving our public transport services. We know that service improvements are on the way for Kilcock bus commuters, a new orbital bus route linking Naas to Blanchardstown via Clane, Rathcoffey and Maynooth will come into service shortly and additional off-peak services on the Maynooth line will be provided this year. I have also pressed for improved services on Bus Routes 66 and 67 and for improved services on the Kilcock rail line as the Kilcock Park & Ride comes into use this year.” Continue reading “More Improvements needed on Kildare Line – Frank O’Rourke”

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O’Rourke and Lawless get commitment on St Catherine’s Park

Frank O’Rourke TD and James Lawless TD have secured a commitment from Minister Damien English that no road will be built through St. Catherine’s Park, Leixlip.

The commitment comes following a debate  specifically on St. Catherine’s Park in Leinster House this week.

James said, “I am delighted that the Minister has given his commitment that no road will be built in St. Catherine’s Park. I met with the group fighting to Save St. Catherine’s Park and commend their efforts. Following a recent vote at Kildare County Council, which I sat in the gallery alongside the group to watch the vote and lend my support, we have seen the council take steps to secure the park. I look forward to continuing to work with the Save St. Catherine’s Park committee in keeping pressure on the Department and Minister so that no interference comes from central Government on this matter.”

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O’ROURKE WELCOMES PROGRESS ON TRACKER MORTGAGES

New information released by the Central Bank shows that the overall customers affected by the tracker mortgage scandal is now 33,700 an increase of 13,600 on what was previously reported

“The real story behind the latest figures is that the Central Bank had to flex its muscles to force the lenders to reveal the latest figures. I welcome the stronger approach being adopted by the Central Bank and together with Michael McGrath, our Finance Spokesperson, I had called for the Central Bank to be more aggressive in its approach with the banks. This approach is paying dividends,” stated Deputy O’Rourke.

“We must ensure that priority is given to ensure that all customers affected get the justice they deserve.” Continue reading “O’ROURKE WELCOMES PROGRESS ON TRACKER MORTGAGES”