Concerns about continuity of care as Tusla changes 3,000 children’s social workers
“If you read any research with care-experienced voices – every piece of research talks about the importance of continuity of care.”
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Plans for Council Site in Rathmines Would See Primary Care Centre, Housing, and More
The plans for the Gulistan Depot site must still be approved by the full council if they are to move forward.
Council Briefs: More Public Toilets, More Pedestrianised Streets and Preserving Moore Street
These issues and the timeline for construction of new housing at O’Devaney Gardens were among the topics Dublin city councillors discussed at their monthly meeting on Monday.
Remembering Liberties icon Paddy Alldritt
Known locally as Paddy Allright, he was one of Dublin’s last “tuggers”, lugging around fruit and vegetables and furniture by hand cart.
Would “In-Your-Face” Signs Make Dog Owners Think Twice About Leaving Poo Behind?
“It needs to be more in-your-face. More upfront,” says Ronan Gallagher, who lives in Clontarf.
To Prepare for Thousands of New Neighbours, a Drimnagh Group Pushes for More Services and Amenities
The Dynamic Drimnagh Forum 2030 includes representatives of a variety of local organisations.
In Glasnevin, a Florist Hopes to Encourage Bouquets Sourced Closer to Home
Most of Ireland’s flowers are imported year round from Holland, says Mélie Desbrosse. “It doesn’t make sense to me that flowers have to take planes.”
Drimnagh Needs More for Young People to Do, Says Task Force Report
“The guts of the report is about getting extra resources for the community,” said Mick O’Reilly, chairperson of the task force.
Council Plans to Tackle Pollution in Water at Grand Canal Dock
Currently, most of the pollution in the water body comes from dirty water that gushes in through a storm pipe when it rains heavily.
Cherry Orchard Misses Out Again on Funding for Amenities
Around 8,000 people live in Cherry Orchard, but there are no playing pitches, no cafes or restaurants, no health centre and only one shop.
Council Closes Homeless Hostels to Make Compliant with Fire-Safety Standards
As of mid-February, Dublin Fire Brigade was engaging or had engaged with the council or service providers for 14 hostels in the city around issues with fire safety.
As Deliveroo Workers Push for Better Work Conditions, There’s Debate About How to Organise
Deliveroo riders have differing demands around what would make their job better and different views on the paths to advocate for that.
A Planned DART Line May Pass Through Ballyfermot Without Stopping
Ballyfermot locals say a station at Kylemore, as was mooted in the past, would help with long and slow commutes. But it seems to be off Irish Rail’s agenda for now.