Funding Secured for Stillorgan Library!
I am delighted to announce that the Government has allocated €1.5 million in new funding to Stillorgan Library, for a major redevelopment...
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Irish Independent article on reforming divorce laws
The courtroom is a barbaric venue in which to pick over the carcass of a failed marriage, said Fiona Shackleton, Paul McCartney's divorce...
Leading the centenary commemoration of the RMS Leinster
It was an honour to officiate at the Centenary Commemoration of the RMS Leinster in Dún Laoghaire, in my role as Minister for Culture,...
Civic and cultural funding for Dundrum and Stillorgan
I was delighted to announce that the Dundrum area will receive funding for an assessment of cultural and civic facilities, including a...
€100,000 allocated to the RCB Library in Churchtown
I was delighted to allocate a capital grant of up to €100,000 to the Representative Church Body (RCB) Library in Churchtown for the...
Cultural Ambassadors announced
I announced the appointment of five Cultural Ambassadors. The new positions will see high-profile figures from Ireland’s arts and culture...
“100 years on, Countess Markievicz’s work remains unfinished - we must ensure work continues”
Political Voices: the Participation of Women in Irish Public Life, 1918 – 2018 Since its inception in 2012, the Government’s Decades of...
'History is never simple' - Soloheadbeg Centenary Commemoration
Commemoration to mark the Centenary of the Soloheadbeg Ambush, Co. Tipperary The Expert Advisory Group on Centenary Commemorations, in...
Explore local heritage in Dublin Rathdown
This month, I officially launched the free DLR Heritage Winter Programme 2019 today in Marlay House. The programme runs until the...
New Jobs in Microsoft and Eurofins in Sandyford
I was delighted to officially announce the creation of 200 highly skilled jobs at Microsoft Ireland in Sandyford as the company makes key...
Funding boost for local sports clubs
Congratulations to the following clubs who received funding following a review of last year's Sports Capital Grant allocations. Many...
Investing in education
As a Government Minister, I work with fellow Ministers to ensure that we invest in education and provide students with the best possible...
Fernhill Park and Gardens to receive €500,000
I am delighted to announce that Fernhill Park and Gardens is to receive an additional €500,000. The Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure...
An Taoiseach meets local schools and clubs at Airfield Estate
I was delighted to welcome Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to Dublin Rathdown for World Democracy Day. To mark his visit, I organised a community...
New Housing proposed for Dundrum
The Dundrum Mental Hospital site is to be redeveloped for housing under the Government’s new Land Development Agency. This development...
My Vision for Dundrum
My vision for Dundrum is that of a vibrant community supported by a strong local economy. · A new Civic Centre for Dundrum for the...
Hurling and camogie given global heritage status!
On a momentous day for Irish heritage and sport, I recently announced that Hurling has achieved international recognition by UNESCO and...
New Building for Stepaside Educate Together Secondary School
I welcome the announcement by the Department of Education that an Agreement in Principle has been reached to acquire a site for a new...
Visit of An Taoiseach to Stepaside Educate Together Secondary School
I was delighted to welcome Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to Dublin Rathdown in September for World Democracy Day. The Taoiseach visited...