Firstly the build up of dog poo in the estate and green areas, while we welcome the estate being used for people to exercise their dogs, it is not being disposed of properly.  This is particularly hazardous to young children and other dogs and animals as it is guaranteed to spread diseases.  We are requesting dog poo bins supplied with dog poo bags to be emptied and refilled by Kilkenny CoCo both at the entrance to the estate and throughout the local area as there isn't a single public bin available from Cluain Glasan to St Luke's Hospital to Talbots Gate and back to the estate.  We are also raising the issues caused by the opening of the new CBS School and the building works in St Canice’s Primary which has resulted in an increase of non residents parking in the estate and with the newly opened walkway between Cluain Glasan and Bishops Lough we have also noticed an increase of parents using the estate to drop children off. With the creche in Cluain Glasan due to be completed shortly this will further exacerbate the current lack of parking for visitors. We are also requesting signs erected to state parking is strictly for residents and their visitors only.  We welcome your assistance in resolving these issues.  Yours Sincerely, The Residents of Cluain Glasan

We welcome and commend the Play Streets initiative and the recent car-free day on September 21st. These events are valuable and inspiring examples of how Dublin can create safer, more inclusive, and community-focused public spaces.  We fully support these efforts and want to see them grow. To deliver real, city-wide impact, we must build on this positive momentum. On the most recent car-free day, just 25 of Dublin’s more than 4,000 streets were closed to traffic, and only for three hours. Many residents didn’t even know it was happening. This is not enough to make a meaningful difference to air quality, community life, or public space. We ask Dublin City Council to: 1. Expand the number of streets included in car-free initiatives across all areas of Dublin. 2. Extend the duration of car-free events to a full day, rather than just a few hours. 3. Increase the frequency, moving from one day a year to at least one Sunday per month in 2026. 4. Publicly promote and map each event so that residents across Dublin can take part. Cities like Bogotá and Paris have shown how regular car-free Sundays transform urban life (giving us cleaner air, safer streets, and more sociable communities!) Dublin has the same potential! It’s time to make our streets places for people, not cars. Get in touch with us by email: [email protected]  Follow us on Instagram: @peoplenotcarsdublin

We have already gathered over 1,100 signatures on our paper petition, including support from Deputy Roderic O'Gorman (Green Party Leader), Deputy Jennifer Whitmore (Social Democrats), Senator Malcolm Noonan (Green Party), and Senator Cathal Byrne (Fine Gael). On October 13th, we  hand-delivered our petition to Wexford County Council. Now we are launching this online petition to amplify the call for action and demonstrate the breadth of public concern about Lady's Island Lake. By adding your signature, you are joining a growing movement demanding transparency, accountability, and urgent environmental protection. Lady's Island Lake cannot wait. The warning bells have been ringing for years. We need decisive action from Wexford County Council and the Government to reverse this destruction, restore this irreplaceable natural resource, and protect it for future generations. Sign this petition and help us stop the pollution.

Some students don’t need more motivation. They just need a meal. Right now across Ireland, too many students are studying hungry, skipping meals to pay rent or travel to class. Hunger isn’t just physical. It drains focus, energy, and hope. When we feed students, we’re not just helping them survive college. We’re helping them show up fully, to learn, lead, and become who they’re meant to be. This is why we’re building Crave Christi Student Sponsorship, to make sure no student is left behind because of an empty plate. Join us in turning compassion into action. Together, we can make student hunger impossible to ignore. Because hunger shouldn’t be part of the college experience. Not here. Not now.

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/

Residents of Inchicore and Dublin 8 use the Grand Canal to walk and cycle to work, and school. Local residents walk their dogs and relax with their children and family along this green space. The lamp posts along this section of the Grand Canal are rusty and have graffiti on them, some of which is 24 years. The run down lamp posts are taking away from the relaxation and feeling of safety on the tow path for walkers, cyclists and joggers using the tow path. This is a straight forward maintence job.

OThe Clonlara residing along the R463 would like to request the support of all residents of Clonlara for the following reasons: • Improved accessibility for those of us at these addresses means more economic activity in Clonlara village.   • It would allow us to access bars and restaurants. It would also create a higher footfall for the village shop which has now closed twice previously due to this challenge. It would increase bus service user numbers thus ensuring the service is not cancelled and more bus services may be added. • It would reduce traffic at Clonlara bridge as many would choose to walk and cycle such a short distance rather than sit on the bridge in traffic. • It would bring members from your community who are currently not spending time in the village due to a lack of accessibility across the bridge and create a more unified community.   We would also like to request the support of those who have  accessibility concerns for relatives living in the area. We thank you all for your support on this matter. **Petition update*  On 12.10.2025 this petition was submitted to Clare Coco, Cathal Crowe TD, elected members of Shannon municipal district, Clare ag friendly programme, Rural and Community Development Officer Conor Leyden

Edenderry has become a hub for the Re-Turn Scheme, people from the town and surrounding areas all bring their bottles into the town to return.  Even with the 5 locations within the town, there can still be long lines and delays for returning our bottles. All it takes is one or two people having to handball trolley loads of bottles to take up a machine for some time.  With the growing successes of the scheme has also come new fund raising opportunities for local groups and charities by collection bottles in bulk and returning them. Again due to only having single bottle return machines, the process of returning these bulk batches of bottles can take some time.  We are calling on Re-Turn and Offaly County Council to arrange for some of the newer Bulk Re-Turn machines to be installed within the town. 

Making it easier for households and small businesses to have  solar power and better battery storage systems will mean • Save households hundreds of €€ on energy bills • Irelands reliance on imported fossil fuels will be reduced • Thousands of new jobs will be created in the solar and energy storage industries • Greenhouse gas emissions will fall - up to 20% • Less pollution and better air quality and public health, particularly in urban areas • Make it easier to also have EV's meaning less pollution on the roads. 

No to Shannon LNG.   No to fracked gas.   No to fossil colonialism.   No to complicity in genocide. A Critical Moment for Climate Action and Environmental Leadership Approving the Shannon LNG terminal is a reckless step backwards. It locks Ireland into decades of fossil fuel dependence and undermines our climate commitments. This is a decisive moment in our fight against climate change. We cannot afford to build infrastructure that prolongs the life of fossil fuels and sabotages our path to renewable energy. Ireland must choose to lead with action, not complicity. Fracked Gas Is a Public Health Crisis Fracked gas is not a solution; it is a threat to public health and environmental justice. The horrific consequences of fracking—including cancer, birth defects, and toxic water contamination—are well-documented. Ireland cannot, in good conscience, import a fuel that is poisoning communities abroad while jeopardizing the health of future generations. It’s time to reject this harmful practice and make a real commitment to the health of our citizens and the planet. Rejecting Complicity in Global Injustice & Genocide New Fortress Energy’s involvement in the Shannon LNG project links Ireland to violence and human rights abuses. By associating with a company entangled in the Israeli military-industrial complex, Ireland risks becoming complicit in war crimes and genocide. This is a line Ireland must not cross. We have a moral duty to reject this project and uphold our reputation as a champion of human rights and international justice. The Strength of Public Opposition and Collective Action The Irish people have made their voices heard. Communities across the country, from grassroots organizations to climate activists, have stood firm in opposing the Shannon LNG terminal. This is not a small resistance; it is a nationwide demand for change. The people of Ireland have drawn a clear line in the sand: we will not allow this destructive project to proceed. Our collective power is unstoppable. Ireland’s Energy Future Must Be Clean, Not Fossil Fueled The future of Ireland’s energy lies in renewables, not in fossil fuel projects that will burden future generations. We do not need the Shannon LNG terminal to secure our energy future; we need investment in green, sustainable energy sources. Renewable energy is the only path forward, and it’s time for Ireland to embrace innovation, energy independence, and a just transition for all. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has said clearly: "There is no need for investment in new fossil fuel supply projects if the world is to reach net-zero by 2050." This project undermines Ireland’s global leadership on climate and makes a mockery of the Climate Action Plan and Ireland’s commitments under the Paris Agreement. A Defining Moment for Ireland’s Legacy The decision on Shannon LNG is not just about energy, it is about Ireland’s moral compass. Do we stand for a future rooted in justice, sustainability, and peace, or do we sell out to fossil fuel profiteers and war profiteers? This is our moment to act, to reject the forces that threaten our planet and our values. Ireland’s future is in our hands, and we will not let it be dictated by those who profit from destruction. The time for action is now. Relevant links:  Stop Shannon LNG Coalition Press Conference 26/03/2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFJ3LnoTbh4 Find the contact details of your TD here: https://www.contactyourtd.ie/ References: 1. LNG energy estimate based on 170,000 m³ per refill, ~6 refills/year, 1 m³ LNG ≈ 1.033 MWh → ≈5.69 TWh/year   2. CRU (2023) – avg. household use = ~4,200 kWh/year. https://www.cru.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CRU23105-Electricity-and-Gas-Customers-Experience-Survey-2023.pdf   3. CSO (2022, 2024) – https://www.cso.ie/en/statistics/energy/ and https://www.cso.ie/en/releasesandpublications/ep/p-csr/   4. EirGrid (2024) – https://www.eirgridgroup.com/site-files/library/EirGrid/All-Island-Generation-Capacity-Statement-2024-2033.pdf   5. IEA (2021, 2023) – https://www.iea.org/reports/net-zero-by-2050 & https://www.iea.org/reports/world-energy-outlook-2023   6. Technion & H2Pro – https://whoprofits.org/technion-israel-institute-of-technology/ & https://www.h2-view.com/story/h2pro-latvenergo-ink-deal-to-develop-green-hydrogen-project-in-latvia/   7. ICJ Genocide Ruling – https://www.icj-cij.org/public/files/case-related/192/192-20240126-ORD-01-00-EN.pdf   8. IEN, Friends of the Earth, Gas Free Ireland – https://www.ien.ie/, https://www.foe.ie/, https://www.gasfreeireland.ie

The only thing that will block the trial now is if there is not enough leadership. So, as well as signing this petition, please contact your local Dublin councillors to ask them to support this project as it has city-wide benefits. A list of councillors to contact can be found on a page at dublincity.ie. This is a council issue, but TDs have involved themselves, so, if you have the time, please also contact your local TDs, especially Dublin Bay South TDs. Some background:  Over 4 years ago, the High Court blocked a trial of the Strand Road cycle path. The case had a chilling effect on the roll-out of safer and more climate-friendly streets. But last month, the Court of Appeal found that the High Court judgment was flawed on all substantive points. However, despite the council's success after a long legal battle, the public funding used to rightly defend their position, and strong reasoning for proceeding with the trial, some local Sandymount groups and politicians are still attempting to block this city-wide issue.  The following are reasons why the project should be trialled:  (1) This is a city-wide issue A ~3.5km cycle path on Beach Road, Strand Road and onto the Merrion Road will provide the first such cycle route crossing administrative borders in the south side of the city. This is not only a local Sandymount issue. It will both help local children cycle to school and allow commuters and others to go greater distances. Combined with the existing coastal route built by DLRCC, the route would total 10km with connections to other routes at both ends. It won’t be all perfect at first, but it will be a huge leap forward in providing a relatively continuous, safe and attractive route. The evidence is clear that cycle paths encourage more people to cycle. A 10km route does not mean that everybody is going to start cycling that distance. Some will, while others will use different parts of the route along the way, with links to other routes. (2) Strongly vindicated after a long legal battle Dublin City Council has been strongly vindicated. The claims that these relatively minor interventions in terms of the level of construction would need planning and detailed environmental assessment have been blown out of the water by the Court of Appeal. Despite claims from some objectors, the ruling was a stinging defeat, with all substantive points made overturned.  After such a clear decision following the spending of a significant amount of public money to defend the case, there is a moral duty for Dublin City Council to proceed with the trial. The now-overturned High Court ruling also had huge cost implications and caused a slowdown in project delivery.  (3) If the sky falls in, it can be reversed Because the trial involves reallocating existing road space, it can be trialled rather quickly and without too much expense. And, if the sky falls in, it can be reversed. We have decades of evidence and examples showing that traffic does not act the way most people think it does. The Irish Water’s works in late 2022 and early 2023, which made Strand Road one-way for months, provide a good indication that the sky will not fall in — we first heard from supportive residents saying so and then from data confirming this.  Some claim that the road needs to be kept two-way because of new housing around the Glass Bottle, but continuing the status quo will just mean the new residents adding to gridlock. A shift in approach is needed. With the road made one-way and the cycle route in place, it will have the added positive effect of providing many people with an alternative transport option and allow for wider monitoring to see if making the road one-way is overall beneficial. (4) A route “on the green areas” could take 15+ years The cycle route cannot be easily built off-road “in the park” on green areas. People claiming an off-road option is a real alternative to a project which can be trialled within weeks are not dealing with the facts. The green areas at Sandymount Promenade are not continuous. The gaps are effectively part of Dublin Bay, which is a protected area and an UNESCO Biosphere. When the sections of the bay were filled in, EU-level environmental protections were not in place. This is also not just something abstract. Outside the wall on Strand Road are rocks that serve as nesting areas for birds and other habitats. Ireland generally lags behind in its protection of natural areas.  The gap also includes a section where a path would have to be built between houses and the coast, potentially sparking stronger objections and further legal challenges. A suggestion of traffic lights to keep two-way traffic here is not viable, especially given the railway level crossing. Such an option would be more disruptive and a threat to safety at the level crossing. (5) The need for climate action Transport is Ireland’s second-largest sector for greenhouse gas emissions, but the binding emission reduction targets are likely not to be reached. The signees of this petition believe we should try harder. Some people are dismissive of cycling provision as climate action, yet the IPCC has highlighted it as a means of ramping up action. (6) We need to get moving, and wider health benefits are strong Inactivity is another crisis we are facing, yet, it hardly ever gets the attention it deserves. Besides a set amount of people who are willing and able to go to the gym etc, research shows that most people can see better outcomes by integrating activity into their daily lives.  The health benefits of cycling as a mode of transport can also be wide-ranging, including a reduction in air pollution and a decrease in harmful noise levels. (7) Cycle paths improve road safety for all road users Another element of cycle routes is road safety — cycle paths are often traffic calming in their own right, and evidence shows that building cycle routes can make roads safer for all users.

The Cabinet decision on Monday 3rd March 2025 to procure a State owned LNG Terminal, coupled with the granting, last week of Planning Permission by An Bord Pleanála, for a 600MW gas powered power station, indicates a reversal of this policy.  Conventional Natural Gas is damaging to the climate and but LNG, extracted through fracking is dirtier than coal and it is also particularly and immediately damaging to the local environment.   If we are to meet our climate commitments under the Paris Accord, cut our emissions in half by 2030 and become carbon neutral by 2050 we can not become reliant on another form of fossil fuel, especially not one associated with the. Please sign our petition to urge the Government to think again. https://www.uplift.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MyUplift-banner-politician-SVG.svg