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Wednesday, 26th April, 2017. Vol. 10, Issue 17 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth

Investigation into the death of Gda Golden

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By Paul Byrne

The Garda Siochána Ombudsman is to investigate circumstances around Garda Tony Golden’s death The Garda Siochána Ombudsman Commission have released a statement in the wake of the Prime Time investigation into the circumstances surrounding Garda Tony Golden’s death. The programme which was broadcast on Thursday evening suggested that the man who shot Garda Golden and Siobhan Phillips was a Garda informant.

Adrian Crevin Mackin killed Tony Golden on October 11 and seriously injured his girlfriend Siobhán Phillips before killing himself. Garda Golden had ac-

companied Ms Phillips to the home she shared with Mackin after she had given a full statement to Gardaí about a sustained beating he had given her.

According to the Primetime investigates programme Mackin was well known to Gardaí before the murder of Garda Golden.

Nine months prior to the murder, Mackin had admitted to gun possession and importing materials that could be used in bomb making but had consistently denied IRA membership.

Despite this denial the DPP instructed the gardaí to charge him with IRA membership and not with the firearms offences he had admitted to.

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Aoife is taking on the world

A local girl who only took up clay shooting two years ago has shown she is a natural at the sport having qualified for the forthcoming World Championships in England this July.

Aoife McComish from Muirhevnamór in Dundalk took up the sport two years ago after being introduced to clay shooting by her boyfriend, Louth Village man Jake Byrne.

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A man in his 80s is recovering after being assaulted during an attempted robbery outside his home.

The man was knocked to the ground and his assailant demanded money during the incident in Stabannon on Thursday April 20.

Fortunately the man was not injured by was left shaken but the ordeal that happened at 4.30pm Gardai revealed that a man driving a Kildare registered silver Volvo S60 called to the house and told the victim that he was from the ESB and was checking the service in

the area.

The man became suspicious and locked his house before walking down his driveway. The assailant followed him and knocked him to the ground before demanding money. He searched his pockets but he was not carrying any cash.

The assailant returned to his car and drove off in the direction of Stabannon before the victim raised the alarm with a neighbour.

Gardai are appealing to anyone with information to come forward.

The Gardai are also investigating two cars

that were set alight over the last week. On April 19 at 11.30pm a car was set alight at Ravensdale Park and such was the damage that the make and model is as yet unknown.

A car with the partial number plate of HLZ was seen leaving the area around the same time.

Meanwhile on April 23 at 3.30am a green Renault Megane was set alight on Castlegard Rd in Ardee.

A female aged 20 was questioned in relation to the discovery of €400 worth of cannabis in a car at Muirhevnamor on April 20.

After becoming

suspicious, Gardai approached the car and found the drug with other drug dealing paraphernalia. A file is being sent to the DPP. A man is due to appear in court next month after being found with a kitchen knife concealed on him on the Avenue Road.

Gardai are looking for assistance to indentify a man who stole a handbag from a parked car at Salterstown.

A woman and children went for a walk on the beach at 11.30am on April 20 and when they returned they saw a tall

youth in a grey hoodie standing at their car. He left in a silver four door saloon – possibly a Skoda or old style Toyota – in the direction of Annagassan.

The woman’s handbag along with other items had been taken.

Officers are investigating the theft of a trailer and motorbike from the Carrickdale Hotel on April 22 at 8pm.

The black Suzuki motorbike was on the back of a trailer that was taken by a grey Nissan Torino jeep. It was driven off by a man in a light blue T-shirt in the direction of Jonesboro.

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There was a huge turnout at St Vincent’s Secondary school in Dundalk to welcome the annual cycle against suicide which left Dundalk on Monday morning. The 14-day cycle started out from Dublin on Sunday and arrived in Dundalk on Sunday evening where the participating cyclists stayed the night.

On Monday morning they gathered in St Vincent’s Secondary School gym where radio personality Colm Hayes spoke to the students about the importance of ‘Cycle Against Suicide’ and how it is important to talk about suicide and depression and breaking the cycle of suicide.

Cyclists prepare to set off for Newry on Monday morning

St Vincent’s students as well as some teachers added their support to the cause by getting on their bikes and joining the cyclists as they left Dundalk. The Dundalk contingent went as far

as Newry before returning home.

Cycle Against Suicide is an initiative started by Irish entrepreneur, Jim Breen, as a result of his appearance on RTE’s The Secret Millionaire

programme. The main objective of the Cycle is to raise awareness of the considerable help and supports that are available for anyone battling depression, self harm, at risk of suicide or those

bereaved by suicide.

The Cycle Against Suicide community is determined to let people in every corner of the island of Ireland know that: it’s OK not to feel OK; and it’s absolutely

OK to ask for help.

The 2017 Cycle will take place between Sunday, April 23rd and Saturday, May 6th, 2017.

This is the Fifth Cycle and it is expected to be the biggest one yet.

Investigation into death of Garda Golden From Page 1 In the wake of the Primetime investigates programme, GSOC released a statement last Friday which stated that they have been investigating the circumstances leading up to and including the death of Garda Golden, and what it describes as the “apparent self-inflicted death of Adrian Crevan Mackin and the serious wounding of Síobhan Phillips”.

The scope of the investigation which was launched late last year will focus on: -whether Gardaí acted appropriately upon their knowledge of the access to or possession of explosives and firearms by Mackin.

-the extent of interactions between Gardaí and Mackin.

-whether Siobhan and her family were treated properly by all Garda members.

-whether there was a delay in reviewing the circumstances sur-

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The late Garda Tony Golden

rounding what happened that day.

GSOC said in a statement: "Full and timely co-operation of the Garda Síochána and other organisations will be critical to the effectiveness and progress of this important investigation. The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission will use all its legal powers to try to ensure this cooperation."

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Castletown Belles FC who are competing in the Dublin Women’s Soccer League

Castletown Belles FC need players C as t l e t o w n Belles Football Club are on the lookout for new players to join their squad ahead of their second season in the Dublin Women’s Soccer League.

The team was formed last year by Niall Gallagher who was involved with a host of ladies teams back in the 1990s and is coached by his son Andrew. Last season the Belles entered the Dublin Women’s Soccer League and will do so again this year with the new season just a month away. The team made the headlines last year with their innovative link up with the Irish Kidney Association who feature on the front of their jerseys.

However due to a host of withdrawals in the last number

of weeks due to personal commitments the squad is down to the bare bones with just 16 players available to Andrew. And the Belles coach has appealed for anybody interested in playing soccer for the club to get in touch and join the team.

“We are currently looking for any girls who are 16 or over to give us a shout and join the Castletown Belles for the 2017 season. There is great camaraderie and a strong bond between the girls and it is a fantastic way of staying fit. We train every Thursday evening between 7 and 8 in Shamrock Football Club’s pitch in Fatima and we are very flexible with regards to people’s commitments to families, work etc.

I know a lot of girls play GAA in town and we’re more than willing to work around their schedules to help them fit in both codes if possible,” explained Andrew.

“The league begins in a month’s time but there are a couple of competitive pre-season games before that against Dublin teams which are coming up very shortly. As I say we currently have 16 players available for selection but ideally we’d have about 20 to ensure we are able to field a full team each week,” added the Belles coach.

Anybody interested in becoming a Castletown Belle they can send a message to Andrew on the official Castletown Belles FB page or email to cbellesfc@gmail.com.

Commemoration for Jim Craven This month sees the 37th commemorative anniversary of the Bard of Balregan, poet Jim Craven. Craven produced pure lyric and nature poetry that was at once spiritual and spontaneous. His utterances and images were inspired and unique, running the gamut of themes and emotions.

The Craven committee will also pay tribute to Jim’s close friends and collaborators who passed away over the last year including William ‘Willie’ Treacy, Dermot ‘Doc’ Lavery and Professor Dan Casey, US. These Craven enthusiasts ensured his memory would not fade and his words would soar in perpetuity.

Graveside Commemoration takes place after 7.30pm Mass in Bridge-A-Crinn, this coming Friday, April 28. All are welcome to listen and partake as poetry will be recited to the wind and memories shared.

Jim’s poetry has touched the hearts of people far and wide and that was shown once more recently when the Craven committee received a letter from a schoolteacher in London describing how Craven’s poetry had touched and inspired his students in a way he had not expected.

Steve Conroy, a teacher in Malmesbury Primary School in

The late Jim Craven

London had been introduced to Jim Craven’s poetry by a family friend and decided to introduce the poet to his nine and ten year olds in his school.

“I was so taken by the children’s reaction to Mr Craven’s poetry and the quality of their work that I have decided to use his poetry again this year, in particular, the beautiful piece, Harvest Moon. I can’t wait to see the results!

“My only wish is that I could take the children to the Louth countryside which clearly inspired Mr Craven so much, so that they too could look, smell, touch, listen and also be inspired by its beauty. All the very best for the celebration and kind regards,” stated Steve in his letter to the Craven committee.

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Marathon at St Peter’s NS

THE pupils and staff at St Peter’s NS in Dromiskin are gearing themselves for a huge undertaking on Friday next April 28 at the School grounds.

This unique fundraiser will be held to generate funds for the proposed new two-classroom extension which is required to host all the extra pupils who now attend the school.

A Marathon (26.216ml) commences at 9.15pm which will involve all the pupils and staff members each taking in a section of the course. Following a break a number of pupils will do their best to create a World Record Attempt during the course of one hour (1pm - 2pm).

Both events are ‘ weather conditional’ but hopefully conditions will be ideal on the day.

An OB unit from Dundalk FM will attend and do live coverage in their

Lunchtime show on the day.

All parents, friends of the school and the public are welcome to attend and a wide range of unique prizes will be raffled among all supporters and sponsors at the conclusion of the competitions. Former Louth player David McComish and staff member is the “anchor man” for the day and principal Pat Mulligan has no doubt that the full day will be a great success.

Mr Mulligan points out that local support for all school ventures is excellent and that the Parents Committee and all Parents / Friends who assist and encourage Dromiskin School Fundraisers at all times deserve great credit. “Their contributions are invaluable and we are looking forward to meeting as many as possible on Friday.”

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Marist students benefit from new Aspire programme at school ASPIRE Academy recently hosted a one-day programme during the Easter holidays for Transition Year and 5th year students at the Marist College in Dundalk.

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ASPIRE Teen Academy is an active and engaging 5 day programme for teenagers aged 1417, designed to further enhance: Communication Skills & Creative Expression; Self-confidence, Mindfulness & Well-being; Study Skills & Future Ambitions.

Students learn and put into practice the practical life skills they will use each day to make their own successes.

They become confident that they can work to attain whatever goal they set their sights on whilst maintaining a strong sense of personal well-

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In the Marist College, on Thursday April 13, An American man who is visiting Ireland this week is looking for ASPIRE focused their information on his ancestors who lived in Dundalk. one-day programme on John Kincart, from Jefferson Valley, New York, is asking for anyone the areas of spontaneous with information on the Kincart family to get in contact with him. creativity, strategies to John’s grandfather, Patrick, was born at 68 Clanbrassil St, and the support and strengthen family ran a drapery business under the name of P Kincart Draper. voice for public speakHis grandmother’s maiden name was Carroll. ing, developing interperThe family left for New York in the early 1900s where John’s father sonal communication, was born. and cultivating mindfulAnyone who any information on the Kincart family can get in touch ness practice for student with John on jkincart@optonline.net well-being,

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in Brief Easter Mission

The Catholic Church Easter Missions are holding five meetings during the Saturdays of Easter season.

The meetings will take in an area in front of the courthouse on Clanbrassil Street starting on Saturday 29th April at 1:15pm. The meetings will take place every Saturday thereafter at 1:15pm until the fifth and final meeting on Saturday May 27.

Padre Pio Triduum Padre Pio Triduum will be held in in the Church of the Holy Redeemer, Ard Easmuinn, from May 8 with Rosary at 7pm and Mass at 7.30pm. Relic of Padre Pio available. Anointing of Sick on Tuesday May 9.

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Assault case arose due “I’m in Pain” Can Chiropractic Help Me? to a family dispute A man and woman who were charged with assault arising out of a family dispute had their case dismissed at Dundalk District Court after the judge described the case as being childish and a waste of Garda resources.

Stephen Grimes (26) of 237 Greefield Court, Tom Bellew Avenue, and Lorna Mulligan (32) of 107 Marian Park were charged with assaulting Mr Grime’s cousin, Aine Breen, on February 24 last year.

After Judge John Coughlan heard evidence of bad feeling in the family he dismissed the case and warned those involved that he did not want to see them in court again.

“I am telling everyone that if

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anyone comes before me again I will refuse jurisdiction and send the case to the Circuit Court. This is childish and a total waste of Garda resources.

“This sort of rubbish will have to stop. I don’t want to see these cases in court again”, he warned.

Ms Breen gave evidence that she was going for a walk on the date in question from her home in O’Hanlon Park to the Laurels when Mr Grimes and Ms Mulligan passed in a car.

She then saw her cousin, Mr Grimes, running towards her and he began hitting her in the face.

Ms Mulligan then struck her and also bit her ear before a man came along and the assault ended.

Ms Breen stated that she suf-

fered bruising to her face, back and knee, while she also requires stitches to her ear.

It was put to Ms Breen that Ms Mulligan had claimed she had been banging on the car, but she stated that she didn’t do anything to provoke the incident.

At that point Judge Coughlan asked about the nature of the ongoing feud and was told that it involved an aunt of the cousins, while Ms Mulligan’s sister was now in a relationship with Aine Breen’s former partner.

After reading further details of the feud that were contained in statements, Judge Coughlan stated that he was dismissing the case on its merits and issued a stern warning to all involved.

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in Brief Support Group

The Post-Polio Support Group is appealing to any person who contracted the polio virus over 50 years in Ireland to contact our group. Please ring up we will listen and help. Phone Kerry on 018898920 for further details. The group thank Aldi on the Newry Road for their recent donation. They would also like to call on the publics support of their church gate collection in Inniskeen this weekend; also for their support throughout May when the Support Group is charity partner of the month in the LMFM Radio Community Bingo.

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Aoife McComish has qualified for the world championships

A local girl who only took up clay shooting two years ago has shown she is a natural at the sport having qualified for the forthcoming World Championships in England this July.

Aoife McComish from Muirhevnamór in Dundalk took up the sport two years ago after being introduced to clay shooting by her boyfriend, Louth Village man Jake Byrne. Jake is a very successful Clay Shooter and has won U21 All Ireland titles as well as representing his country on the international stage.

In Aoife’s first year competing she shocked seasoned veterans by winning the All Ireland title to truly announce her arrival as one of the finest clay shooters in

the country. This year Aoife decided to try and make the Irish team as she took her place in the qualifiers for the Home Countries International team.

She once again excelled finishing top of the list for the qualifiers which meant that not only had she sealed a place on the home countries internatonal team but also for the world championships which take place this July. Aoife is understandably delighted to have qualified for the world championships and is as shocked as anybody at the speed of her progress so far.

“To be honest I can’t really believe how far I’ve come in such a short space of time. I only started this two years ago after my boyfriend told me I should give it a go. Jake has been such

a huge help and I honestly wouldn’t be here talking about going to the world championships if it wasn’t for him. The World Championships weren’t even on my mind this year at all to be honest. I had just planned to try out for the home countries tournament and because I did so well during qualifying I was told I had done enough to take my place in the world championships.

“It’s a huge honour for me and I can’t wait to test myself against the best in the world and represent my country. Jake is also taking part in the world championships and he has been before so I’ll be able to get plenty of tips and advice from him about the whole process,” stated Aoife.

Tickets for SONG Concert SONG are back again with a concert in Dundalk Golf Club on Thursday and Friday April 27 and 28 with the Friday night already sold out.

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A man was told that if he as much as spits on the footpath he was go to prison after being given a suspended sentence at Dundalk District Court.

Conor Stokes of 38 Sliabh Foy Park pleaded guilty to a public order charge arising out of an incident on March 5 this year.

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Solicitor Eleanor Kelly stated that the 21-year-old father of two had too much to drink on the night and had no recollection of the events. She said he had apologised to Gardai and promised to watch what he drank in future.

Judge John Coughlan, who

heard that the defendant had three previous convictions, imposed a sentence of two months which he suspended for two months.

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One drink driving Louth SPCA visits local school fatality is a death too many - Fitzpatrick Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick, has described reports that driving licences were recorded in only four per cent of drink-driving convictions in County Louth as highly alarming.

“I am very concerned with the news that only four per cent of driving licences were recorded in drink-driving convictions here in Louth.

“Recording the licences of those convicted of drink driving in court should be obligatory. If the drivers licences aren’t recorded how are the courts supposed to apply penalty points or enforce a disqualification?

“This oversight needs to be brought to a halt immediately.

Students at Bush Post Primary School were treated to a very interesting talk on one of the county’s busiest and worthwhile charity organisations.

The Louth SPCA is a voluntary organisation that specialises in the rescuing and re-homing of abused and abandoned animals.

They have been operating in the local area for more than 50 years and the organisations current inspector Fiona Squibb has been at the job for more than 10 years now.

Recently she was invited to talk at Bush Post Primary School by 5th year Links module students Jack Maguire, Brendan O’Hagan and David Coyle.

The talk was held on April 4 in one of the school’s IT rooms where Fiona talked to the two attending Links module classes about the work that herself and the Louth SPCA do in the local area.

She also answered some of the questions that students had about the work they do at the Louth SPCA and how they might be able to contribute in some way.

Fiona pointed out that the Louth SPCA is not an individual organisation as they work in tandem with many similar groups in the local area such as Dundalk Dog Rescue, Hollys Horse Haven in Omeath and local veterinarians.

Their shelters located in Walterstown can house 30 dogs and 20 cats but it is usually under maximum capacity because they

successfully re-home most animals within four weeks.

The organisation relies upon donations from sponsors and other benefactors to keep the work they do going even though they receive grants from the Department of Agriculture it is still not enough to fully support the work that they do with vets bills, animals to house and feed the animals.

If you would also like to help the Louth SPCA you can visit their website www.LouthSPCA. ie where you can donate and find the necessary information to contact them about possibly volunteering some of your time at their shelters or offering to foster one of the animals in their care until they can find a home for it.

A man who hadn’t realised his insurance had lapsed was banned from the road for two years at Dundalk District Court.

Kevin Reid of 588 Ashling Park, Dundalk, caused damage estimated at €1,108 when he was involved

in a traffic accident at the Avenue Road on October 31, 2014.

Solicitor, Eleanor Kelly, stated that his policy had lapsed ten days earlier and he hadn’t realised.

She asked the court to consider a donation to charity to allow him

keep his licence.

The court heard that Mr Reid (33) had no previous convictions and that compensation had not been paid.

Judge John Coughlan also imposed a €100 fine.

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Didn’t realise insurance policy had lapsed Peter Fitzatrick TD

That it was allowed to happen in the first place is worrying.

“Deaths related to drink-driving have been creeping up in recent years after reaching record lows. We cannot allow ourselves to become complacent in our quest to end carnage on our roads.

“One drink driving death is one too many.

We need to think about the impact that these needless deaths have on the families and friends of those who lose their lives.

“I am glad that additional steps have been taken recently by Minister Ross, to further

drive home the point that drinking and driving in any capacity is completely unacceptable.

“I believe that 100% of licences involved in a conviction need to be recorded to offer an effective deterrent and I hope this happens as a matter of urgency.”

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Family Notices memorial mass

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novena to the sacred heart Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say Brown this prayer for 3 days. Promise Maurice publication and favours will be Ashling Park, Dundalk granted. (Never known to fail).

A memorial Mass for the late J.McD. Maurice Brown, will be held on novena to the Thursday, 4th May, at 7.30 pm, sacred heart in The Redeemer Church. All Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I welcome. asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail).

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No excuse for having kitchen knife

A man who was found with a kitchen knife in old defendant was a father of six and imposed a his coat stated that he had left it there after cut- €25 fine as he didn’t want to penalise his chilting bags of coal. dren.

As a result, Michael Kerr of 21 Bothar Croinn, public notice Saltown, Dundalk was fined €25 after pleading guilty to possession of a knife at Greenacres, Dundalk, on December 23 last.

Solicitor Frank McDonnell stated that the 45-year-old had been using it to cut coal bags and later went to the pub. The knife was in his Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 19 of the Foreshore Act, 1933 that Irish Water, Colvill House, Talbot Street, Dublin 1, has applied coat which was in the back seat of a car that to the Minister of the Housing, Planning, Community and Local Governcame to the interest of Gardai for another rea- ment for a licence under Section 3 of the said Act to occupy and area of foreshore for the purposes of extending an existing marine outfall pipe son.

50m beyond the low water mark and associated works Judge John Coughlan heard that the 45-year- approximately at Carlingford Lough, Omeath, Knocknagoran, Co. Louth. The works

APPLICATION FOR A FORESHORE LICENCE

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are required as part of the overall proposed Water Treatment Plant at Omeath.

A copy of the application, and the relevant maps, plans, and drawings, are available for inspection for the next 21 working days, free of charge, at Dundalk Garda Station, The Crescent, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

The documentation is available on the Department’s website at http://www.environ.ie/planning/foreshore/applications/ foreshore-applications-2016-and-2015 Any person who wishes to make an objection to, or a representation in respect of the grant of the licence sought should do so in writing, giving reasons, within 21 working days of publication of this Notice (quoting ref: FS006575), to the Marine Planning and Foreshore Section, Department of the Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government, Newtown Road, Wexford, Co. Wexford or foreshore@housing.gov.ie The closing date for submissions is close of business on 26th May, 2017.

All objections and representations received will be forwarded to the applicant for comment prior to any decision being made in the matter. Material upon which the Minister shall determine this application may be published on the Department’s website. In this regard the Department wishes to draw attention to its policy on defamatory material that may be contained in submissions it receives, which may be found at: http://www.housing.gov.ie/planning/foreshore/ public-participation-foreshore-consent-process Dated this 26th day of April 2017

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ATTENTION—For B.E.R. CERTIFICATION of properties being offered for sale or rent, contact Robert Mulholland, BER assessor. 087 609 1906 www.louthber.ie ADVERTISE YOUR HOUSE Premises for rent or sale to 60,000 readers a week from €5.

Telephone Dundalk Leader 042 93 -20888 ONE BEDROOM APT—1 Bedroom apartment for rent. Dundalk town centre. Fully Furnished. GFCH. Contact—087-292-8247 2 Bed APARTMENT To Let in Blackrock, with sea view. Tel—086 844 0801.

Get fit the fun way and learn to dance, the Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive. Classes now taking place in the Lisdoo, Tuesday 8-10pm. Also new Class starting Wednesday 12th April in the NFL Hall, Newry 7—9 pm.

Contact 086 357 3271 for further information.

REIKI REIKI REIKI—Level 1 workshop learn the ancient art of self healing. Reduce stress, anxiety, depression. Promote wellness of mind, body & spirit. Contact Paul 086-3446944 A VAN & DRIVER available for furniture removal, also single items, 3 piece suites, cookers, fridges, washing machines. Day & night Tel 086 870 4908 ON-GOING YOGA CLASSES—Every Thursday 5.45pm - 55 years+, 7pm - beginners & improvers. 8 Roden Place. Tel. 085 734 7133, yogawell@gmail.com

CHIMNEY CLEANER—The Clean sweep, clean & tidy, no dust. Brush & Vac. Also gutter cleaning. Contact Cathal 087-225-9799 LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE GIFT? Create a personalised newspaper page to celebrate a special occasion - birthday, anniversary, birth, sporting success etc. Contact 086 772 6324 MATHS GRINDS—Leaving & Junior Cert. All Levels. Experienced tutor. Contact 083-1969431. Email dmulholl@tcd.ie PROPERTY MAINTENANCE—Repairs, building plastering plumbing, painting, tiling, concreting, patios, gardening, PVC facia and soffits, carpentry. Over 20 yrs experience.

References available. Tel Michael 085-8588090 ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE to over 60,000 readers for only €5 per week up to 20 words Phone Dundalk Leader 042 932 0888 BUILDING—McElroy UPVC products. For a competitive quote for all Home Improvements, extensions, sunrooms & conservatories. All PVC products supplies & fitted, fascia, soffit & guttering. We also have a complete range of PVC doors & windows. Bathroom refurbishments completed in 5 days, painting, decorating, wall & floor tiling. All types of roof repairs. Contact anytime, on 087 260 2501 HOUSE & APARTMENT CLEANING Service.

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DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE—MoneyGram Money Transfer; Pay Household Bills; Payzone/Postpoint; Buy Stamps; Phone Topups; Prepaid Credit Cards; Sterling and Euro Cheques Available; Best Rates Guaranteed; No Commission. 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat). Call 042 933 9922/937 0101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com. Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

CLEANEST & KEENEST—Carpet & upholstery, full external cleaning service, algae removal, soft washing, power washing, fascia & gutters cleaning. Steam clean if necessary.

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WINDOW CLEANING—Gutter & facia cleaning carried out by professional, fully trained and insured staff. Affordable rates.

Domestic & Commercial. Call our office for a free quotation. Everkleen 042 935 2717 or 086 829 3585. www.everkleenservices.ie TILER AVAILABLE—Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work - marble, granite, porcelain. Indoors and out. Call 087387-8995 for free quote.

GRIMLEY’S DUBLIN ST. DUNDALK—TV aerials, satellite, Freeview & Saorview, new installations, sales & repairs. 042 935 4343.

A-ALTERATIONS—For all your clothing alteration needs. Cuffs taken up or let down on Ladies & Gents Jackets €15, Zips in coats €15, Curtains altered, Jeans patched. DryCleaning service. 042-933 3380. Long Walk Shopping Centre.

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CARPET & UPHOLSTERY—Cleaning by the professionals. Est. over 30 years, cover 4 counties. Contact Kay 087 667 2971 / 042 966 1539.

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GARDEN SERVICES—Regular garden services, grass cutting & maintenance. For a free quote. Contact Pat 087-167-4716 CARPENTER—Fully qualified carpenter available for any type of work, walls, panelling, shelving, wardrobes, kitchens etc. No job too small. Contact 087-988-8673.

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DEALGAN FURNITURE Longwalk, Dundalk (inside The Paint Store). For a wide range of Bedroom & Dining room Furniture, Beds & Mattresses made to any size, always a selection of quality second-hand furniture on display. Suite Re-Upholstery and Furniture Repair Service. Tel 042 932 9111 or call Paddy 086 320 7383 BEDS BEDS BEDS—For the largest selection of beds in Dundalk at unbeatable prices, beds from €79. The Bed Store Unit 24 Northlink Retail Park, Dundalk Tel 042 932 0927 J & K SHEDS—Garden Sheds, Timber Offices, Timber & Steel Sheds & Garages, Play Centres, Tree Houses. Coe’s Rd., Dundalk (beside Lally’s Electricial) Open Mon - Sat 9-6 Tel 086 402 6107.

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motors FORD FIESTA—A 2003 Ford Fiesta LX 90,000 miles. Petrol. NCT to end of year.

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planning I, Frank McGahon, intend to apply for Retention Permission of dwelling house as constructed under planning reference numbers 021238 and 021563. Variations consist of the provision of basement accommodation and elevational changes, at 1 Hamilton Lane, Blackrock, Co Louth C/o McGahon Architects Ltd, 19 Jocelyn Street, Dundalk.This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Louth County Council, Planning Office, County Hall, Dundalk, from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to Louth County Council, Planning Office, County Hall, Dundalk in writing within a period of 5 weeks from the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00.

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Pete Treanor’s

Weekly Quiz

1 Pot Luck What colour is ebony?

2 South America The Pampas are large tracts of grasslands in what country?

3 20th Century History Farouk was the last king of what country?

4 Entertainers Who made famous the songs ‘Delaney’s Donkey’ and ‘Paddy McGinty’s Goat’?

5 Classical Music What nationality was the composer Alexander Borodin?

6 Drinks The Americans call this cocktail ‘Mimosa’, how is this drink known in Ireland and Britain?

7 Local In what Dundalk street was the chemist shop ‘Flood’s Medical Hall’ located?

8 Musical Films

How are things in Glocca Morra is a song from what Francis Ford Coppola movie?

9 The Bible Who led the Israelites into the walled city of Jericho?

10 GAA Celtic Park is the main ground in what Irish city?

The Stinker: Of what wood is Harry Potter’s wand made?

—this week’s answers—

Horrendous driving

A man who was involved in what was described as a “horrendous case of dangerous driving” was banned from the road for eight years at Dundalk District Court.

Thomas Traynor (43) with an address at Oriel Cove, Clogherhead, who pleaded guilty to four counts of dangerous driving on January 18, 2016, was told by Judge John Coughlan that he wanted him off the road.

“I accept that he is not in good form but I will disqualify for his own safety, the safety of Gardai and the safety of the public. He simply can’t be driving”, stated the Judge.

Insp Yvonne Murphy stated that one of the incidents involved a Garda having to take evasive action at a checkpoint to avoid serious injury. She added that it was a horrendous case of dangerous driving and that the Gardai had to

Banned from the road for six years

A man who was convicted of drink driving for a second time was banned from the road for six years and fined €75 at Dundalk District Court.

Edgars Kiris of 91 Ath Leathan, Dundalk, was also fined €75 for no insurance and disqualified for two years, with a further €75 for not having a licence, after being stopped at Racecourse Road on May 7 2016.

Barrister, Sarah Jane Judge, stated that her client was originally from Latvia and works in a laundry in Ardee.

1 Black; 2 Argentina; 3 Egypt; 4 Val Doonican; 5 Russian; 6 Bucks Fizz; 7 Francis Street; 8 Finian’s Rainbow; 9 Joshua; 10 Derry. The Stinker: Holly.

Meals on Wheels is a vital service with over 11,000 dinners delivered

Dundalk Social Service Council have revealed that the total number of meals for Meals-on-Wheels for the year 2016 was 11,479, an average of 80 meals per day, three days per week.

At the council’s AGM recently, Chairman John Coggans, revealed that the cost for the service for last year was €27,886.

The grant received from the HSE was €21,725. The shortfall in funds is made-up with various fundraising collections, such as Church Gate Collection and Flag Day. The Chairman thanked the Collectors for their support and he appealed to other organisations for help when possible and it was also revealed that there are currently seven people on the waiting list for Meals.

The meeting also heard that Dundalk Lion’s Club use the premises as an address for the collection of DVDs for use by

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the visually impaired. This is a valuable service which has proved to be very popular.

The Lion’s Club record the news from the local papers, and circulate same, the DVDs are then returned to the centre and collected by members of the Lion’s Club.

The Chairman congratulated the Rotary Club of Dundalk on winning the Community Service Award.

The Rotary Club of Dundalk are the first Club in Ireland to win this award, they also won the Irwin Trophy for Best Achievements in the Community.

Rotary Club of Dundalk have delivered meals, within the Community, for over 50 years.

The Chairman expressed sympathy with the families of the late Patsy Rogers and Eoin Leavy.

Finally, the Chairman thanked everyone for their help and support, in particu-

lar the Executive Committee, the Cooks and Drivers.

A special thanks was extended to Ms. Elizabeth McCartney and to Ms. Rose McCartney for their organisation and co-ordination of the preparation and delivery of meals, and also for their contribution towards equipment for the Meals-on-Wheels service.

The Chairman also thanked Marie McQuilllan for her booking keeping services to the organisation.

Other services currently operating from the Centre are, Parental Equality, and, Gamblers Anonymous.

The following Management Committee were elected: Chairman; John Coggans Secretary; Elizabeth Duffy; Joint Treasurers; Pattie Sloan & Marie McQuillan Committee; Luke Martin Olive Farrell Bernie Doherty Noel Reenan Kathleen O’Connell.

stop the pursuit as it was dangerous to themselves and the public.

Judge Coughlan imposed a disqualification of eight years on the defendant who had previously attempted to have the charges reduced to careless driving but this was not accepted by the court.

Niamh Belton and Anna Whyte who took part in the Cycle Against Suicide from St Vincents on Monday

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An Tain Arts Centre is delighted to welcome Bewley’s Café Theatre to Dundalk with Malachy McKenna’s award winning new play ‘The Quiet Land’.

It tells the story of two elderly farmers, Eamon and Nashee who meet at a gate on a remote hillside. They are old rivals, old neighbours.

Their conversation is of a gentler time. But there’s nothing gentle about today’s conversation. They are forced to confront each other with some heartbreaking truths.

The Quiet Land is a celebration of the humour, resilience and endearing innocence of an older generation as it struggles to survive in the rural Ireland of today.

The Quiet Land is on in the main theatre on Friday May 5 at 8pm and tickets are €15 and €12 concession, available from An Táin Arts Centre, Crowe Street, Dundalk.

Booking on 042 9332332 or online at www. antain.ie.

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Keith Barry – Hypnomagick

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Internationally acclaimed mentalist Keith Barry has brought his brand new live show ‘Hypnomagick’ to venues across Ireland since December. The show is one of Keith’s most successful tour to date and the increased demand has resulted in extra dates being added to the tour.

‘Hypnomagick’ will be Keith’s craziest and most hypnotic show to date, which will see him inviting over 100 people on stage to be hypnotized!

Keith will openly invite the skeptics on stage to participate and imagine the shock on their faces when he makes the whole audience disappear right in front of their very eyes. The only question is - will you be brave enough to join Keith on stage or will you try to stay safe in the comfort of your seat?

Performing to over 1,000,000 people over his 22-year career to date, Keith has starred in over 40 international TV shows becoming a household name in the UK with his most recent being a

Shows at the TLT The Legend of Luke is the ultimate tribute to the King of Balladeers Luke Kelly of ‘The Dubliners’ and will take place on May 20.

A professional entertainer to eager audiences for over 25 years, Adrian Knight has emerged as the funniest and most current of all the stage hypnosis shows in Ireland and the UK. The show is suitable for all the family.

Tickets €18 plus booking Fee. Show takes place on May 6.

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huge hit in the UK with his primetime ITV1 show “You’re Back in the Room’’.

Keith has appeared many times on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”, “The Jimmy Kimmel” show, “The Conan O’Brien Show” along with having his own US TV series “Deception with Keith Barry” for the Discovery

Channel.

He will perform his show for one night only at the Carrickdale Hotel in Co. Louth on Friday 12th May as part of a massive country wide tour.

Tickets for ‘Keith Barry – Hypnomagick’ are priced at €30 and are on sale now via Ticketmaster and usual local outlets.

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Cairns claims second win of the season at Dundalk Golf Club

Kenneth Cairns, who won the first Sunday competition of 2017 back on January 15, returned to the winner’s enclosure in some style on Sunday when he won the 18 Hole Singles Stableford competition with a splendid score of 44pts.

Having already lost one shot this season, Cairns, who was playing off 16, is set to see his handicap tumble after he posted a score that was eight points better than Competition Standard Scratch (CSS) for the day of 36pts.

His 44pts was all the more remarkable considering that he failed to score on the second and only managed a six, for one point, on the third.

That left him three clear of 17 handicapper Eamon Hoey, who took second place overall on the third stage of countback after he and Alan McCabe (8) were tied on 41pts.

Teenager Josh Mackin (2) also fired a round of 41pts and he took second place behind McCabe in Category 1 but also claimed the Gross Prize with an excellent score of 39pts. Brian Gaughran (14) claimed Category 2 while Dermot McKenna (23) was the Category Three winner.

Noel Reid (18) won the Men’s Singles Stableford on Easter Monday with a score of 40pts while Louise Lynn (18) won the Ladies Singles Stableford with 34pts. The Mixed Foursomes was won by Briege and Tommy Reneghan (19) with a nett score of 63.

After reaching the last 16 of the West of Ireland Championship last week, Eoin Murphy was one of several Dundalk golfers who took part in the

Leinster Boys Championship at Headfort on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and he finished fourth in the 54 hole, three shots behind the winner, after rounds of 77, 71 and 70.

The other Dundalk players participating were Sean Laverty, Josh Mackin and Kyle Rafferty.

The national and provincial inter-club competitions are now underway and there was first round success for Dundalk in the All-Ireland Fourball with a 3-2 win over Greenore while the Barton Cup team beat Headfort 3-2 but the Mixed Foursomes team lost 4-1 to Royal Tara.

The Provincial Towns Cup team won their opening match last Saturday against Balbriggan 5-4, with Damien English, Paul O’Callaghan, Gene Hanratty, Denis Cunningham and Derek Murdock winning the five home matches. Carl Stewart, Ken Lynch, Liam McGailey and Martin McEntaggart were the away players.

Two Dundalk golfers certainly made their presence felt at West of Ireland Championship in Rosses Point last week and while they didn’t come away with the title, they certainly laid down markers for the season ahead.

Caolan Rafferty went one better than year by reaching the last eight while Eoin Murphy, who has just turned 17, reached the last 16 in what was his first major amateur championship.

Four other Dundalk players – Andrew Keenan, Conor Curran, Richie Newell and Neil MacKell – also played in the pre-qualifers but failed to make the cut.

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Dundalk Sub Aqua Club members took part in the dive off the Mayo coast

Sub Aqua Club take part in rescue mission for missing crewmen Dundalk Sub Aqua club were in Mayo last weekend again assisting in the huge search for the missing crewmen of Rescue 116 which was organised using trained Search and Recovery divers from all over the country.

Last weekend the search for the missing crewmen of Rescue 116 was intensified for what was probably the largest underwater searches ever to be undertaken in Ireland. Over 170 divers came from all over the country. Many travelled long journeys and arrived late on Friday evening. The volunteers were warmly welcomed by the local community and welcomed into their homes for the duration of the search.

These volunteers were experienced divers who were specifically trained as Search and Recovery Divers. There are 25 Search and Recovery Units attached to clubs throughout the country. This expertise was very evident throughout the day as they dived in an extremely challenging environment.

The entire operation was highly planned and organised. The first boat left the pier at 5am on Saturday morning to assess the conditions at dive site. It was hoped to start diving at 6.30am but on review this was postponed til the afternoon. The dive boats were on a tight schedule and left the pier at 20 minute intervals.

The search was focused on the

west, southwest and northwest of Blackrock Island. Each team were given a particular area to investigate, searching to depths of up to 30 metres. These coordinated dives were designed to rule out specific areas of interest that had been difficult to access since the tragedy occurred.

Unfortunately as the dive boats returned to the shore, all the diving completed, there was still no success in tracing the missing Crew of Rescue 116. The search operation while scaled back will continue. Margaret McCarthy from Dundalk Sub Aqua Club stated that all the club’s thoughts are with the families, friends and colleagues of the crew of R116.

Death Notices Patrick (Patsy) Farrell Millgrange, Greenore, peacefully, at home, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday April 22.

Beloved husband of the late Marion and dear father of Thomas, Mary, Lily, Patricia and David. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing sons, daughters, grandchildren, sister Annie, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Predeceased by his brother John and sister May. Kathleen (Kitty) Brennan (née Smyth) Dunleer, in her 98th year, peacefully at her residence on Saturday April 22. Kitty, beloved wife of the late Tom and loving mother of Harry, Una Mc Ginnity, (Drumhowan, Ballybay) and Gerry. Sadly missed by her sons, daughter, son-in-law Bernard, daughters-in-law, Hazel (née Finnegan), Eileen (née Owens), grandchildren, Yvonne, Sarah, Tomasina, Niamh, Thomas and Francis, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Kathleen Campbell (née Murray) 64 Aghameen Park, Muirhevnamor, Dundalk, peacefully, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by her family, on Friday April 21. Beloved wife of Charles and dear mother of Seán, Kevin, Alan and Catherine. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing husband, sons, daughter, daughters-in-law Margaret, Jacqueline and Cindy, grandchildren Eamon, Brian, Laura, Martin, Gerard, Darren, Amy Kate, Ruari and Jena, great-grandchildren Logan, Madison, Ryan and Lee, brothers Christy and Paddy, sisters Ann, Philomena and Rose, brothers-in-law Tommy and Lemmy, sister-in-law Mary, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

sadly missed by his wife, Geraldine, his mother, Amelia, sisters Ann and Geraldine, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunts, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends

(former teacher, CBS Dundalk) is remembered with much love by her sisters: Brigid, Kay, Maureen, Róisín, nieces, nephews, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, cousins, past pupils and friends.

Turlough O’Donnell ‘Ard Mhuire’, The Square, Blackrock, and formerly of the Glen Road, Belfast, peacefully on Friday April 21.

Beloved husband of the late Eileen (née McKinley) and much loved father of Turlough, Donal, Máire and Eileen. Sorely missed by his children, his brother Dónall, brother-in-law Joe, sisters-in-law Marie and Margaret grandchildren Kate, Aislinn, Manus, Hugh, Eoin, Aoife, Siúbhan, Kevin, Conor, Deirbhle, Caoimhe and Rory, daughters-in-law Stephanie and Mary Rose, sonin-law Maurice, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

William (Bill) Murphy New Muirhevena, Dublin Road, and formerly of Ballybay, Co. Monaghan, peacefully in Louth County Hospital on Wedneday April 19. Bill, beloved husband of Philomena (née Mohan) and dear father of Eamonn, Angela, Aidan, and Niall and dear grandfather of Ryan, Mark and Amelia. Deeply regretted by his wife, sons, daughter, grandchildren, sister Rosaleen Connolly (Ballybay) and Kathleen Mc Cormack (Rockcorry) nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Elizabeth (Bessie) Treanor (née McCourt) Bridge Street, Dundalk, peacefully, in her 92nd year, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by her family on Friday April 21. Beloved wife of the late Pete. Deeply and sincerely regretted by her loving son Peter, daughters Noeleen and Annette, sons-in-law Paul and Liam, grandchildren Niamh, Fiona, Shane, Elish and Sinead, sisters Sadie and Joan, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends.

Joe Murphy Ciarogs, Painestown, Togher, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in his 82nd year on Wednesday April 19.

Joe, sadly missed by his loving brother Jimmy, sisters Breda and Carmel, sister-in-law Frances, brother-in-law Mike, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives and friends.

James (Jimmy) Bradley Chord Terrace, Drogheda, and formerly of Lower Point Sarah Jennings Blackrock, Blackrock, Dundalk, and formerly Dunmore, Co. GalRoad, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady of way, suddenly on Tuesday April 18, in Our Lourdes hospital, Drogheda, after a short illness, on Friday April 21. James, “Jimmy” Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Sarah

Kathleen Dunne (née Burns) Dungooley, Kilcurry, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Monday April 17. Predeceased by her parents Terrance and Kathleen, brothers Séamus and Thomas. Kathleen beloved wife of Owen and loving mother of Paul, Eamonn, Kieran, Brenda and Sinéad, Very deeply regretted by her husband, sons, daughters, sister Ann Martin, sons and daughters in-law, grandchildren, great-grandson, brothers and sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family relatives, wonderful neighbours and friends.

Nancy McKeever (née Meegan) Beechmount Drive, Dundalk, peacefully in St. Oliver Plunkett Hospital on Monday April 17.

Nancy beloved wife of the late Brendan and dear mother of Marie O’Hagan, Phil Quigley, Benny, Gerry, Paddy, Martin and Joe, and late granddaughter Laura, and her brother Tom. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother, daughters in law, sons in law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

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Over 13% Of Parents Have Taken Part In Insurance Fronting Newry Road Dundalk

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Over 13% of parents have identified themselves as the main driver of a car predominantly driven by one or more of their children, a process known as fronting, in an effort to reduce insurance costs, according to AA Ireland.

According to an AA Car Insurance survey of over 3,000 motorists, 4.55% of parents polled stated that they are currently listed as the main driver on a car mostly used by one of their children. Meanwhile, a further 9.09% of respondents stated that they had done so in the past but were no longer listed as the main driver on a son or daughter’s car.

“Within the context of rising motor insurance premiums, with younger drivers facing increasing difficulty in getting on the road, it may appear understandable that a parent would lie to an insurer about who the main user of a car is. However, there can be serious consequences,” Conor Faughnan, AA Director of Con-

sumer Affairs stated. “What may appear to be a harmless white lie can result in an insurer refusing to pay out in the event of an accident. If the insurer believes that fronting has taken place and that the car was mostly used by someone other than the person listed on the insurance policy as the main driver they are within their rights to refuse to cover any damage, with the exception of third party injury, resulting from an accident and even cancel the policy.”

In addition to those that admitted to fronting either currently or in the past, almost an additional fifth of those surveyed stated they had been tempted to do so. 17.60% of parents surveyed stated that while they had never identified themselves as the main driver of a child’s car, they had considered doing so.

“The cost of driving and particularly learning to drive has always been front-loaded, in that purchasing a car and getting it

insured is most expensive in your first few years behind the wheel before tapering off over time.

While it may be tempting to resort to lying to your insurer to reduce your premiums, doing so is never worth the risk,” Faughnan added. “Instead, there are many simple steps you can take to reduce your car insurance premiums, such as checking that you are insuring your car for the correct value, which can reduce the cost of cover and don’t put you at risk in the way that fronting does.”

Those aged between 46 and 55 were found to be the most likely to have either identified themselves as the main driver of their child’s car or considered doing so. 14.86% of those surveyed within this age bracket had either fronted in the past or were currently doing so, with a further 21.08% stating they had considered lying about being the main driver of a car belonging to their children.

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New Renault CLIO Restart your heart

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From €195 per month 5 years’ warranty & roadside assistance PLUS €1000 trade-in booster Offer available only until 30th April 2017 Model shown: Renault CAPTUR Signature TCe 90, RRP €22,390. Price excludes metallic paint, delivery and dealer-related charges. Maximum recommended delivery charge €750. Finance example: Renault CAPTUR Life TCe 90 S&S. RRP €19,790. Deposit €5,892. Term 36 monthly payments of €195. APR 4.9%. Total cost of credit €1,669 inc doc & completion fee €75 each. Optional final payment €8,411. Excess mileage plus excess wear-and-tear charges may apply upon return of vehicle. Offer is made under a hire purchase agreement. Subject to lending criteria. Terms and conditions apply. Offer exclusive to Renault Bank. See Renault.ie [Warning: You will not own these goods until the final payment is made].

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