There are thousands of people affected by this issue and yet it is ignored by planning/councils and government.  People with medical conditions needing urgent toilet access experience pain, accidents and humilation when refused access to toilets when out in publuc spaces. Shops/businesses have a right to refusal, legalising the "No wait card" would stop this.  It would bring a better quality of life, take away anxiety and stress when going out in society and bring dignity to people affected. #Nowaitcard  #invisible disabilities 

This heartfelt appeal from parents, educators, and SNAs across Ireland highlights the urgent need to reconsider new Special Needs Assistant (SNA) guidelines. The proposed changes—rigid staffing limits, narrow definitions of need, and rushed implementation—risk dismantling inclusive education and jeopardizing the well-being of children with Autism and complex needs. Without adequate SNA support, vulnerable children face emotional distress, medical risks, and exclusion from mainstream classrooms. Families are pushed to crisis, teachers are overwhelmed, and the entire school community suffers. The call is clear: listen to lived experiences, and build a fair, responsive, and properly funded system that protects every child’s right to feel safe, supported, and included.

Why This Matters — To Everyone Huntington’s disease families in Ireland have been promised and then denied basic care and support. We are a small, relatively rich country and our healthcare system is failing those who need it as well as those who work in it.  Huntingtons Disease has NO specialist teams in Ireland. ONE Nurse for 800 people and their families with 3000 more living at risk. No coordinated services. And now, with a groundbreaking gene therapy on the way, our health service isn’t prepared to deliver it. If the system can continue to ignore a disease as devastating as this, when there are things that can be done...what does that tell us? Time to speak as a group, as a country as citizens who care about one another.  Sign this petition to support families : • Proper Huntingtons Disease care through specialist multi-disciplinary teams (like Scotland has - same population but a specialist team in all 7 major cities) • A health system ready for advanced therapies like the Uniqure trial making the news • Leadership that keeps its promises Because a health service that fails us today will fail our tomorrows.

My son Kelvin was in services from the age of five, he was not diagnosed until he was 13 yrs when he advised me, his mother he was suicidal.. kelvin then got a diagnosis privately at the age of 13 of Asperger’s, generalised anxiety, sensory processing disorder and dyspraxia. CAMHS then only recognised his diagnosis and gave  us a one line report. Because dual diagnosis is not recognised. Kelvin then spent the next 13 years trying to access services, every door was shut. In one year alone kelvin and myself presented at Naas A&E to try get treatment for Kelvin. We attended  up there 60 times, only to be refused time and time again. On one occasion myself & Kelvin were asked to leave by security and escorted to the door. Security verbally abused us. Kelvin felt totally defeated again. This is harrowing for anybody experiencing mental health difficulties. Kelvin tried to end his life a number of times. Kelvin eventually ended his life to suicide in a hotel room alone in May 2025. I his mother, believes Kelvin ended his life to end his pain. Kelvin said to me numerous times. I cannot live with the daily symptoms of high anxiety, visual distortions and paranoia. 

Considering the success of the Greystones Sharks which in its two years of existence has over 300 members under the age of 16, a public, free space to play basketball would be a great way for kids and teenagers to be able to engage in healthy activity outside of a formal setting.

The campaign is important because it's about preventing a tragedy before it happens.  The current infrastructure is a direct threat to public safety, particularly for the most vulnerable people in the community, such as children, the elderly, and those with disabilities.  Rural outdated roads are in a built up urbanised setting.  Trucks mount pavements which is a real danger It's also a question of fairness; as new housing is built, the existing community should not have to bear the burden of an outdated and dangerous road network.

Why Ireland Must Ensure Safe Passage — and Deploy the Irish Navy to Accompany the Global Sumud Flotilla 1. Protection of Irish Citizens If any Irish nationals are aboard, Ireland has a non-negotiable duty to protect them through all possible means.  2. Upholding International Law The flotilla is a civilian humanitarian mission, protected under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, the Geneva Conventions, and customary humanitarian law.  3. Ireland’s Human Rights Leadership Ireland’s voice carries moral weight; standing up now reinforces our reputation as a defender of civilian protection, justice, and human dignity.  4. Preventing Escalation & Loss of Life Harassment, drone attacks, communications jamming—all these precede more serious violations. Preemptive diplomatic and protective action can prevent large-scale tragedy.  5. Solidarity with Gaza’s Civilians In a region devastated by blockade and conflict, the flotilla is a rare mechanism to deliver food, medicine, and hope. Irish support would align with global humanitarian solidarity.  6. Multilateral Opportunity & Moral Identity With countries like Spain already warning against attacks, Ireland can join a unified front. There is also deep resonance domestically: many Irish see echoes between our history and the present plight of Palestinians.  Why the New Attacks Demand Naval Escort Escalation to 11 Attacked Vessels Recent reports confirm that 11 aid vessels have been attacked . This is not a distant threat — it is happening now, mid-sea, with serious risk to life. Deterrence through Presence The presence of the Irish Navy alongside Spanish and Italian ships would raise the political, legal, and practical cost of any further aggression. It transforms passive declarations into concrete protection. Accountability & Transparency Naval accompaniment allows independent documentation of incidents, real-time reporting, and stronger evidence in any investigations or legal proceedings. Diplomatic Leverage Deploying naval vessels is a strong signal: Ireland is ready to invest state resources to safeguard humanitarian missions. That gives Ireland credibility when demanding that other states abide by international law. Life over Politics At the core, this is about protecting civilians — unarmed individuals who have chosen nonviolent means to bring relief. Inaction now risks mass casualties, an ignominious legacy, and betrayal of Ireland’s moral commitments.

• Currently, the gates are locked at the weekends, the most important time for the majority of families to visit their loved ones.  • Despite there being a large car park inside, people have to park on the very busy N2 road and then have to try to cross this extremely busy road, which is really dangerous.  • A lot of the people visiting are elderly and are unable to walk from the road into the graveyard, so cannot go at the weekends. This really is an unacceptable situation. • So as everyone, especially the elderly, have a basic human right to visit departed loved ones, SAFELY!

There is currently no leave for Miscarriage Leave in Ireland, only for past a certain gestation. Loss is loss and should be treated as so.  It should not come out of normal sick leave.  It should be Compassionate Leave, of Bereavement Leave.  Women should not have to look at their Sick Leave after undergoing such trauma. Covid leave was brought in straight away, which shows the lack of women’s rights in our country. 

Grandparents are working longer, yet we have no legal right to take time off when grandchildren are born or during their early years. Too many of us are forced to use annual leave, miss once-in-a-lifetime milestones, or even call in sick just to be there for our families. I am a grandmother of three, including a newborn in Australia. Without any statutory leave, I had to juggle work just to visit and support my family. Many grandparents across Ireland face the same struggle. This campaign matters because: • Families need support: Grandparents are often the extra pair of hands that help parents cope, especially in the early years. • Health & wellbeing: Research shows grandparent involvement reduces stress and helps prevent postnatal depression in parents. • Fairness: With the State Pension age rising, many grandparents are still employed when grandchildren arrive — yet they have no legal protections. • Common sense for employers: Clear entitlements avoid unplanned absences and allow for workforce planning. By joining this campaign, you are standing up for families, for grandparents, and for children — ensuring that Irish law recognises the vital role we play across generations.

The Green Schools Committee held a survey last year that found not one student currently walks or cycles to school from off-campus. Not because they don’t want to, but because they can’t do it safely. This needs to change. Footpaths from one or both directions would create healthier and safer route to school, as well as meaning less traffic on the roads. If you agree it’s time for change, please sign the petition. For safety, choice and a more sustainable school community. Image - https://www.droghedagrammarschool.ie/Welcome/How-our-school-is-run/

Boro Park is much more than just a green space it's the heart and soul of our community. From the young children who gather at the local primary school for outdoor activites, to the elderly who find solace and exercise amidst its tranquil paths, this park is integral to our daily lives. Here, residents connect, share stories, and forge bonds that transcend generations. In the Boro Park, trees stand as living memorials, paid for and planted by the community to honor loved ones who have passed. These trees are not only significant environmentally but also emotionally, representing cherished memories of those we hold dear. The threat of transforming this beautiful space into a site for smart homes not only jeopardizes the environment but also the very fabric of our community. Constructing smart homes would erase the recreational space our community has relied on for decades, displacing the countless activities that foster community spirit and well-being. Economic development is essential, but it must be balanced with preserving the community and environmental values. Alternatives such as developing smart homes in different locations with less community use should be explored. Join us in protecting Boro Park's heritage and maintaining its role as an essential communal haven. Sign this petition to show your support and urge the Mayor to halt the development of smart homes in Boro Park.