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Wednesday, June 01, 2022daa Outlines Plans to Improve the Passenger Experience at Dublin Airport
daa has today outlined a series of changes to the way in which passengers will arrive and enter the terminals at Dublin Airport over the coming period. The changes are being implemented to prevent the issues which arose last weekend and regrettably resulted in a number of missed flights and to provide confidence and reassurance to all passengers flying out of Dublin Airport over the coming days and weeks. daa is focusing on passenger experience improvements across three core areas: Maximising the staff
Friday, December 03, 2021Local Businesses Get Pedal Powered with eCargo Bikes from Fingal County Council
Four businesses in the Fingal area are pedalling into the busy festive season with brand new eCargo bikes from Fingal County Council. These state of the art eCargo bikes are intended to replace the use of motor vehicles for local area deliveries. As part of its commitment to climate action and providing sustainable travel alternatives, Fingal County Council is providing the bikes free of charge to the businesses for 12 months. The initiative launches this week with delivery of the first two eCargo bikes
Tuesday, November 23, 2021Is hybrid working falling out of favour with employees? HR Barometer Report outlines some key findings from employer survey
As the Government advises businesses to move to remote working again, new research¹ from Adare Human Resource Management reveals that employer enthusiasm for hybrid working has decreased since the phased reopening of workplaces began in September. The latest HR Barometer Report reveals that only one third of employers (32%) excluding retail and wholesale sectors believe hybrid working will benefit their organisation. This compares to over three quarters (76.8%) in their March HR Barometer Report. The
Friday, August 13, 2021Fingal Towns and Villages to benefit from new Streetscape Enhancement funding from the Department of Rural & Community Development
Fingal County Council has been awarded €260,000 in funding by the Department of Rural and Community Development under the new Town and Village Streetscape Enhancement Scheme 2021. This Scheme is providing €7 million nationally as part of Our Rural Future, a five-year strategy to revitalise rural Ireland and make our rural towns and villages more vibrant and attractive places to live, work and visit. The funding aims to support the upgrade of shopfronts and building facades and the enhancement of streets
Monday, July 19, 2021Dublin Airport Ready to Welcome Back Passengers As International Travel Restrictions Are Lifted
July 19, 2021: Dublin and Cork Airports are ready to welcome back passengers as Irish restrictions on international travel for non-essential reasons are lifted today. “Today is a hugely exciting and much anticipated day as Ireland fully re-opens for international travel. Our Operational Readiness Team, encompassing every department across both airports, has been planning extensively for this day so that all our customers have as safe and as pleasant an experience when travelling through our airports,”
Wednesday, July 07, 2021Strategic partnership to support Greater Dublin Chamber Alliance members’ return to the workplace
Adare Human Resource Management to provide expert advice and guidance to support members with the safe return to the workplace As business owners start returning employees back to the workplace, they face new challenges as a result of Covid-19. Employee vaccinations, remote working and a renewed focus on employee health and safety are some of the issues facing employers. In order to support more than 2,000 businesses, the Greater Dublin Chamber Alliance has announced a strategic partnership with Adare
Wednesday, June 30, 2021Council to begin process of procuring new operator for Malahide and Newbridge attractions
Fingal County Council will immediately begin the process of procuring a new operator for its successful attractions at Malahide Castle, Newbridge House and the Casino Model Railway Museum following the decision of Shannon Heritage to withdraw from their contract. The Council was disappointed to learn of Shannon Heritage’s decision and will continue to work with them as we move into a six-month transitionary period. The properties in Malahide and Donabate, which include Malahide Castle, the Butterfly
Tuesday, February 16, 2021ANCA commences assessment of aircraft noise at Dublin Airport
The Aircraft Noise Competent Authority (ANCA) will commence an assessment of the noise situation at Dublin Airport following a planning application (Planning reference F20A/0668) recently made by the Dublin Airport Authority to Fingal County Council’s Planning Department. The application from the Dublin Airport Authority is to alter planning conditions associated with a previous planning permission relating to operating restrictions at Dublin Airport. ANCA is responsible for ensuring that noise
Friday, November 20, 2020Government updates Protocol to protect staff in the workplace
Updated guidance for workers published in line with latest public health guidelines The Government today (20th November 2020) published updated guidance to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in the workplace to staff. The pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives. This updated Work Safely Protocol sets out the actions that need to be taken to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It contains information and practical advice on a range of topics such as the management and control of outbreaks,
Monday, November 16, 2020COVID Testing Facilities To Open At Dublin Airport
Two COVID-19 testing facilities will open at Dublin Airport this Thursday. The testing facilities, which will be operated by healthcare firms Randox and RocDoc, will offer passengers and consumers the option of either a drive-through test or a walk-in test. Prices, which are set by the providers of the service, will start at €99 (see details below) and both PCR and LAMP testing will be available. The testing facilities are fully open to the public, whether they require a test for travel or for another
Thursday, October 22, 2020Minister English confirms all retailers can operate remote ordering for collection or delivery of goods
Consumers urged to stay local and shop local Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English TD, has encouraged retailers to continue to adapt their businesses in order to meet the new challenges presented by Level 5 restrictions. New Government regulations now allow for retail outlets to operate online or offer other remote systems of ordering goods for the purposes of collection at the outlet. Minister English said: I recognise the huge impact Level 5 restrictions have on retail
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Thursday, October 01, 2020Parklet Partners: Fingal County Council urges businesses to apply
Fingal County Council is seeking “Parklet Partners” to apply to transform their existing streetscape into a welcoming and attractive community space by providing new parklets outside suitable businesses in Fingal. Applications are open until 5 p.m. October 30 and interested parties should submit completed application forms to econdev@fingal.ie Parklets convert a few on-street parking spaces (excluding accessible, age friendly and loading bay) into public open space to accommodate dining and
Wednesday, September 30, 2020Fingal County Council release statement about New Street, Malahide
The pedestrianised New Street has been enjoyed by the community of Malahide and visitors to the village throughout the summer and has assisted businesses to keep trading during heightened COVID-19 restrictions. The purpose of introducing pedestrianisation on New Street was to encourage and facilitate social distancing for citizens going about their daily business and to decrease traffic levels in the centre of Malahide by encouraging people to walk or cycle from their homes or use the nearby car parks
Friday, September 25, 2020Council completes significant public realm initiative in Swords
Fingal County Council has completed a significant public realm initiative in the heart of Swords aimed at supporting local businesses by transforming the existing streetscape into a welcoming and attractive community space. A joint initiative from the Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Department and the Operations Department has seen a new “parklet” created on Main Street, providing an inviting extension to the footpath through the conversion of a number of car parking spaces into additional space for
Wednesday, September 16, 2020Council welcomes progress on improvement works project in Malahide
Fingal County Council has welcomed the significant progress on the Village Green Improvement Works project in Malahide, which is expected to be completed before the end of the year. The project led by the Council’s Parks and Green Infrastructure Division is set to re-invigorate and improve the quality of the village green and to enhance the open space as an area to visit and enjoy. The works have been undertaken by Malahide-based company Peter O’Brien & Sons Landscaping Ltd, which was awarded the
Friday, August 28, 2020Council meets stakeholders to outline future New Street Pedestrianisation Zone in Malahide
Fingal County Council officials have met with stakeholders in Malahide where they outlined a future plan for the New Street Pedestrianisation Zone following the successful implementation of a pilot initiative over the past number of months. In attendance were councillors from the Howth/Malahide electoral area, as well as representatives from Malahide Chamber of Commerce, Malahide Community Forum, Malahide Tidy Towns, Malahide Sea Scouts, Malahide Marina, Shop Malahide and residents from New Street and
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Monday, June 22, 2020Council invites applications from business wishing to use public realm
As part of the #RestartFingal initiative to help businesses across the county get back up and running, Fingal County Council is inviting applications from those businesses interested in expanding into the public realm by placing street furniture outside their premises. Successful applicants will be able to place tables and chairs on the street or public realm to cater for more customers while continuing to adhere to the Public Health Guidelines in relation to COVID-19 and, in particular, social
Monday, June 15, 2020Fingal County Council adds a further 18 Electric Vehicles to its Fleet
Fingal County Council is delighted to announce the addition of a number of electrical vehicles to its fleet. The vehicles representing an investment of €340,000 were launched by Mayor of Fingal Cllr Eoghan O'Brien at Ardgillan Castle today. The additional fleet consists of 14 Fully Electric Nissan eNV vans , 2 Fully Electric LDV 3.5 ton tipper trucks, 1 Fully Electric Meangreen Zeroturn mower and 1 Fully Electric Goupil G4 Utility Vehicle and is further evidence of the commitment of the Council to the
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Friday, June 12, 2020New Street Malahide set to be transformed into a pedestrian zone
MALAHIDE is set to become the first area in Fingal to see a new pedestrian zone introduced in the centre of the village which will bring an open air, European-style feel to the heart of the village. New Street, which is home to lots of shops, boutiques, restaurants, cafés and bars, is set to be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly area during the 10-week pilot initiative. Walk Bike Fingal is an initiative being rolled out across the county and which seeks to encourage and facilitate social
Friday, June 12, 2020New €2.5m Baldoyle to Portmarnock walking and cycling Greenway officially opened
Mayor of Fingal Cllr Eoghan O’Brien has officially opened the new €2.5m Baldoyle to Portmarnock walking and cycling greenway project, a vital first phase of the overall Sutton to Malahide Greenway Scheme. Mayor O’Brien was joined by Chief Executive AnnMarie Farrelly and Director of Planning and Strategic Infrastructure Matthew McAleese, senior council officials, local councillors from the Howth-Malahide Area committee, as well as representatives from the National Transport Authority and consultant
Monday, June 08, 2020Bank of Ireland announces update to COVID-19 services and supports
Majority of closed branches will reopen on 29 June, with ATMs at these locations also accepting cash and cheque lodgements from this dateDedicated supports for healthcare workers, carers, self-isolating customers, mortgage holders and businesses remain a priorityBank supports the roll out of additional supports planned for Irish businesses and stands ready to process applications for customers without delay as soon as these are in place Monday, June 8, 10am – In the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic,
Thursday, March 19, 2020Dublin And Cork Airports To Scale Back Passenger Operations Due To Impact Of COVID-19 On Travel
Airline passenger traffic has fallen dramatically in Ireland and across the world as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Future passenger operations will be determined by a number of factors including Ireland’s travel policies in relation to the coronavirus pandemic, airline operations, and the travel policies of the airports’ main overseas markets. Passenger flights will continue to be facilitated for as long as they continue to operate. Intending passengers should continue to contact their
Tuesday, March 17, 2020An Post update on special measures for Covid-19
- An Post supports national effort against COVID-19 with additional measures - Extended opening times and signing procedures to lower risk to customers and staff An Post is taking a range of special measures to ensure the health and safety of customers and staff while maintaining Post Office and Mails & Parcels services nationwide. Post Offices and Financial Services An Post and the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP) are working closely on measures to assist customers
Friday, March 13, 2020Skillnet Ireland COVID-19 Update
Fingal Dublin Chamber Skillnet is fully supportive of the Government’s efforts to effectively address and limit the spread of COVID-19 and to safeguard the protection of public health and that of our stakeholders. Fingal Dublin Chamber Skillnet management team are continuing to work and are available to discuss any queries that our businesses or trainees have regarding our scheduled training programmes and supports for businesses. In support of this national effort, Fingal Dublin Chamber Skillnet has
Friday, March 13, 2020Fingal Dublin Chamber COVID-19 Update
Fingal Dublin Chamber is fully supportive of the Government’s efforts to effectively address and limit the spread of COVID-19 and to safeguard the protection of public health and that of our members and stakeholders. In addition to being a public health concern, the virus has the potential to cause a significant and disruptive impact on business. Through our affiliation with Chambers Ireland, the national representative body for Chamber members, we have been in regular contact with the various
