They're set to back the creation of a special purpose vehicle he's been picked to head, which is meant to play a major role in regenerating the city centre – but how major is in dispute.
Changes include a buffer aimed at reducing the project's impact on neighbouring Finglas – and density reductions expected to shave off thousands of homes.
“Yes, the drink and the food are certainly important factors, but most of all they are the excuse (the pretext) to go out, to try to meet someone, and create & enjoy the perfect atmosphere of our town.”
“This drawing is a short and sweet version of the book I’ve written (all in rhyme) and illustrated about the strife of having to pee all the time with nowhere to go. It’s titled The Magical Willy.”
“It finally feels as though we are at the end of lockdown. People are venturing outdoors again, meeting friends for coffee, and hugging cherished family members.”
“A fter the longest time confined at home, one of the joys of spring is seeing the sun and optimism return. This illustration was inspired by meeting up with girlfriends in the park.”
“Some are trying to restore their look with DIY haircuts while others are simply letting it grow. Either way, it’s adding much-needed colour to an otherwise dull time.”
“I wanted to make art about ethics, what is right or wrong … I decided that a series of secular icons would be the best format in which to depict issues of the day.”
“As a fixture in the city’s identity, and a living part of its history, I felt that the current situation that carriage drivers are facing was worth documenting.”
“A friend’s dad told him as a child that the Poolbeg chimneys were cloud makers and that has always stuck in my head. This illustration is a nod to that lovely white lie.”
Though Halloween won’t be the same this year, I think we can make the best of the situation and take the opportunity to have fun with our kids at home.
