A new development in Hollystown has been opened by the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr. Adrian Henchy, celebrating the launch of Marillac Housing Association’s newly completed housing project that will be home to a number of adults living with disability. Local TD and Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth Roderic O’Gorman also attended the […]
Fingal County Council launched the new Community Climate Action Programme, offering grants to groups across the county. From a national fund of €24 million, Fingal County Council has been allocated a total of €1.1m for community /not-for-profit groups within the county, who are interested in developing projects and initiatives which relate to the challenge of […]
Over €40,000 has been allocated to a scoping study project in Fingal for sea swimming thanks to funding announced as part of the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS). Fingal County Council was successful in its application for the funding to help it undertake a feasibility study for the development of infrastructure such as showers, changing […]
A major milestone in the Swords Cultural Project has been reached with the publishing of the tender for the iconic building which will include a county library, theatre, gallery, arts spaces, a maker space, and a café. This is the latest stage in the tender process which has been underway for several months and responses […]
Fingal County Council’s Chief Executive and Road Safety Office joined forces with the Gardaí to mark World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims and warn the public to remain vigilant on the road this Winter. Every road traffic victim leaves a place behind. This is the message the public must not forget as the […]
New segregated cycle lanes have launched at St. Cronan’s Avenue and Brackenstown Road, Swords improving pedestrian and cyclist safety for the local community. Fingal County Council’s Department of Climate, Environment and Active Travel ran a public consultation in Spring 2022 when they first published proposals for the area, and engaged with local residents, schools,
Plans for the multi-million euro transformation of Balbriggan Harbour and Quay Street have taken a major step forward. The development, which will turn the area into a premier visitor destination, is another massive advance in the €50 million Our Balbriggan rejuvenation programme. Proposed works at Quay Street and the Harbour have progressed to final tender […]
Fingal County Council unveiled a three-year Capital Programme worth €1.35 billion at a monthly meeting of the Council. The three-year plan, which runs from 2024 to 2026, is a 37% increase on the previous Capital Programme and is four times larger than the programme that was adopted in 2017. A total of 312 projects are […]
Fingal County Council, in conjunction with Dublin City University (DCU), Dublin Regional Skills Forum (DRSF), the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFERIS) proudly hosted the inaugural “Xplore Your Future TY Skills Expo” across three levels at The Helix. The ground-breaking initiative, organised as part of the Fingal Skills
Fingal County Council has agreed with Orchid Homes to deliver 18 new homes in Hampton Gardens Close, Balbriggan under the Affordable Housing Scheme. Homes on offer under the scheme will be a mix of one-bed ground floor apartments and two-bed duplex units. Prices for eligible applicants will start at €170,000 for a one-bed apartment with prices […]
Driveyou in partnership with Fingal County Council, ear marked twelve suitable locations across Blanchardstown, Swords, Malahide, Sutton, Rush, Balbriggan and Skerries where a community car sharing service would integrate with the day to day needs of people in these areas. New Driveyou.ie locations in Fingal: Main Street, Blanchardstown Dublin Road, Swords Liam Rodgers
A significant step towards inclusive cricket was achieved as the Mayor of Fingal, Councillor Adrian Henchy launched Cricket4All Guidelines. The Guidelines are the result of a collaborative effort between Fingal County Council and Cricket Leinster aimed at fostering inclusivity and intergenerational engagement within the sport of cricket. The Guidelines were developed
Fingal County Council has appointed BAM Civil Ltd. as contractor for the construction of the Ongar Barnhill Road with the sod-turning happening. The Ongar-Barnhill Road in Dublin 15 is a long-standing objective of Fingal County Council. This new high quality transportation corridor will significantly improve accessibility for sustainable and active travel modes in this
Construction work has commenced at Balmoston, one of the largest residential housing developments in the state. The milestone, at the 32-hectare site in Donabate, North County Dublin, was marked with a sod-turning ceremony, attended by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD; the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Adrian Henchy; and representatives of
Fingal County Council, in conjunction with Fáilte Ireland and Peel X, were delighted to launch two new digital heritage trails for Castleknock and Balbriggan that are now live on the Dublin Discovery Trails app. The launch of the digital heritage trails for took place in County Hall in Swords as part of National Heritage Week. […]
Get ready to celebrate Fingal’s rich heritage during National Heritage Week 2023 from August 12th-20th. There are a wide range of events taking place in Fingal including walks, talks, tours, exhibitions and more. National Heritage Week, is a nine-day celebration of Ireland’s natural, built and cultural heritage and aims to promote awareness of our heritage, […]
The eagerly awaited Balbriggan Beach Festival, organised by the Fingal Sports Office, is set to return for its 3rd consecutive year on Thursday, August 20th 2023 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This highly anticipated event aims to foster a stronger bond within the local community while showcasing the rich array of sports and talents […]
Mayor of Fingal, Councillor Adrian Henchy, officially opened Rathmore Park, the new Town Park for Lusk. Mayor Henchy was joined at the opening by Chief Executive AnnMarie Farrelly, local Councillors Paul Mulville and Robert O’Donoghue, developers McGarrell Reilly and representatives of the local community. The 7.5 Hectare (20 Acre) Town Park is located on the […]
Fingal County Council is delighted to announce the installation of a pilot of BoxUp units to bring sports equipment to Skerries Community Centre and Rush South Beach. 8 of Sport Ireland’s Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs) are currently working with their respective Local Authorities to bring a new and innovative free equipment sharing solution to parks […]
Balbriggan Beach is set to become a hub of sporting activity with the introduction of brand-new volleyball nets, a first for Fingal County Council. This exciting initiative will encourage community engagement, promote an active lifestyle, and support the growth of volleyball in the area. The installation of volleyball nets on Balbriggan Beach is a collaborative effort […]