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17th August 2020

DUBLIN SOUTH TO RECEIVE FUNDING FOR HOUSING ADAPTATION GRANTS Dublin South will receive funding to support home adaptations for older people and those living with a disability in private houses, a local TD has said.

Deputy Emer Higgins said, “My colleague, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage Darragh O’Brien has recently announced allocations to local authorities worth a total of €73.75 million in 2020 for Housing Adaptation Grants. “These grants

are vital as they enable older people and people with disabilities and mobility issues in Dublin South to remain living independently in their own homes for longer should they wish and will also facilitate early return from hospital.

“The grants are 80% funded from the exchequer by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, with 20% funding from the relevant local authority.

“I am

delighted that Dublin South has a combined total of €2,830,605 to support vulnerable people in the area with the necessary requirements they need to live in their homes.

“Grants of up to €30,000 are available to assist people with a disability in carrying out necessary works to make a house more suitable for their needs, up to €8,000 to assist older people living in poor housing conditions to have

necessary repairs or improvements carried out and up to €6,000 for mobility aids to address mobility problems for a member of the household.

“The Government remains committed to supporting older people to live in their own home with dignity and independence, for as long as possible. We also want to empower and give those with a disability the ability to choose the supports that most meet their needs. “This funding announcement is in line with the commitments contained in the Programme for Government.

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DUBLIN SOUTH WEST GROUPS URGED TO APPLY FOR €6M ‘RTÉ DOES COMIC RELIEF’ FUND Charities and not for profit organisations supporting vulnerable people during the Covid-19 pandemic can apply now to get support from almost €6m raised during RTÉ Does Comic Relief.

The Community Foundation for Ireland is opening the application process for not for profit organisations of all sizes meeting the challenges caused by Covid on the ground in local communities. Dublin South West groups in Tallaght, Citywest, Clondalkin and surrounding communities are being advised that they

have just over eight weeks to make their application, with the 30th September set as the closing date.

Announcing the commencement of applications Denise Charlton, Chief Executive Officer of The Community Foundation for Ireland, said: “RTÉ Does Comic Relief was not only a unique night on Irish broadcasting, it also brought us together as a country as one to support people hardest hit by the impact of the pandemic. We have seen extraordinary generosity from 1.4m viewers,

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The process of converting that generosity into support and actions on the ground in communities in Dublin South West and across the country is now underway.

The opening of applications is a big moment for charities who are helping vulnerable people during these difficult days and in many cases providing a vital lifeline.

We are ready to support groups of all sizes, big and small, those in urban and rural areas as well as those cut off from loved ones by Covid-19.

Local groups should be advised that funding will be provided under two strands, which recognise that the way not for profits have had to adapt and change their work under HSE restrictions and guidelines.

Groups expected to benefit will include those working with older people,

people medically at risk of Covid-19, people with disabilities and those in unsuitable accommodation.

Under ‘Demand for Digital’ groups can seek support for investment in software and hardware to improve their ability to continue to work while keeping their staff, volunteers and people they support safe.

work remains effective and continues to deliver for those who need support.

In Dublin South West there is a strong not for profit network. However, it is facing unprecedented demand at a time when donations are also down.

This is why the RTE Does Comic Relief funding is particularly important.”

An ‘Adapt and Respond’ strand will allow groups to seek funding to ensure their

Deirdre O’Kane, Steering Group, Comic Relief in Ireland. “I’m so pleased

we’re now at the point of opening applications to charities and organisations, small and large. It’s another key step for the project and brings us closer again to delivering help to where it’s needed - with those most impacted by the pandemic in Ireland.”

Full details of the strands as well as other information and support is being placed on www. communityfoundation.ie.

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CONCERN OVER DELAY IN RE-OPENING OF SDCC LEISURE CENTRES

Councillor William Carey has expressed his concern about the delay in reopening of leisure complexes belonging to SDCC. The centres in Lucan, Tallaght and Clondalkin are run by a management company on behalf of SDCC and have failed to re-open in line with government policy that they should be allowed to. According to

Cllr Carey, “following a discussion I had with the Chief executives office, South County Dublin Leisure Services Ltd are claiming they are short of funding, despite the fact they have adequate financial deposits in the bank”.

Cllr Carey added that he is concerned about the competence of the management of the centres

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and asks if these issues predate the Covid-19 crisis. Many people have paid membership fees for the year and now find themselves been locked out of their facility.

Cllr Carey called upon SDCC to ensure the

speedily opening of their centres and to carry out a thorough investigation as to the reasons for the delay in re-opening and if necessary appoint a new management structure to run the facilities on their behalf. Cllr Carey stated

that it’s imperative that these centres are re-opened as soon as possible.

These centres are very much an important part of the community and play an important social and sporting role that feeds

into the mental health of the wider community.

Any problems faced by the management company must be addressed going forward with SDCC but the immediate challenge must be to have the centres reopened.

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also create employment opportunities for builders and businesses in Dublin South and help reduce the dependency on our health services by supporting independent living for as long as possible.

Announcing the allocations, Minister O’Brien said “I am pleased to be in a position to increase the funding again for this important scheme in 2020, with all local authorities receiving

an increase in funding compared to their 2019 allocation.

“These grants have an huge impact on the quality of life of the many beneficiaries and play a vitally important role in helping people with a disability and people who are reaching an age in life when they are less mobile, to continue to live independently in their own homes.”

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LOCAL COMPANY ADAPTS TO HELP IRELAND RE-OPEN Tallaght based GSD is to be applauded for adapting its business to seize the opportunity to help Ireland re-open. For 14 years the company has been at the cutting edge of intruder alarm and access control solutions. Now, they are

using their expertise and innovation to help Ireland re-open. They have now combined facial recognition with temperature screening to create a console that can be installed in the lobby of businesses, schools or nursing homes to ensure all

staff, visitors and suppliers are temperature screened before gaining access to the building. It can even identify whether a person is wearing a mask and refuse to grant access if they are not. The GSD-FRTS quickly and accurately screens

DECISION TO REVISIT PITCH FEES FOR SPORTS CLUBS WELCOMED Local Fianna Fáil Councillor for Palmerstown-Fonthill, Shane Moynihan, has welcomed the decision by South Dublin County Council to consider writing down the outstanding fees for the 2019/2020 season and/or providing a reduction in the fees for the 2020/2021 season for sports clubs who use the Council’s pitches. Cllr Moynihan said “For many sports clubs in Lucan, Palmerstown and Clondalkin, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been not only to shut down training and playing, but also has severely curtailed incomes for our clubs, many of which are under financial pressure. This decision by the Council will provide some relief for clubs that are ultimately built on the goodwill of volunteers.” South Dublin County Council allocates temporary lettings of its playing pitches every year to affiliated clubs and sporting organisations within the County.

The allocation is carried out by way of a 9 month seasonal letting subject to specified conditions including the payment of a

fee. The fees are in respect of over 160 pitches provided and maintained by South Dublin County Council. Clubs make various arrangements to pay their annual fees and are currently at stages which can be categorised as paid in full, partially paid or unpaid. Cllr Moynihan added: “Many clubs have been in touch with me to see what supports they can access in light of the pandemic. For smaller clubs, this will make a real difference. I am also encouraged by the fact that the Council plans on reviewing its Community Grants Scheme which also provide welcome assistance to our many sports and community groups, the members of which have been to the forefront of assisting the vulnerable during the COVID-19 restrictions.” “Our sports clubs are an extremely important part of the fabric of our community. I welcome all efforts to support them in practical ways, as many of their members, like others, have supported our most vulnerable in recent times”

BE HONEST

By Brónagh Lyons

Did you ever tell a lie as a child? Be it to get something new, to get out of a situation, to prevent yourself from getting in trouble, to appear “cooler” to other people?

Were you ever left in a situation where you had to carry that lie and repeat it over and over? How did that feel? I have and I dreaded talking to people. I felt a physical heaviness on my shoulders, even anxiety hoping I would never be caught out or that someone wouldn’t mention it again in conversation. I wished I had never started it and that I had just told the truth from the beginning.

Have you ever been caught lying? How did that feel? What impact did that lie have on others? What consequences did that lie have for you afterwards? What about the shame and disappointment you may have felt from hurting someone?

We are all adults. This is not about lying as a child, however, the consequences of lying, cheating and dishonesty are the same now as they were then. Some of you will remember Jim Carey in “Liar Liar”. If you truly want to be happy, speak and act with integrity. So long as you are not hurting others with your words and actions then this can only ever lead to sustained happiness for all involved.

Your truth is good enough, don’t hide it.

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€600M FUND TO COVER SIX-MONTH COMMERCIAL RATES WAIVER

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien has announced a €600m fund to cover the cost of a commercial rates waiver

for businesses forced to close and businesses that experienced significant negative economic disruption due to COVID-19.

Local Authorities across the

country will be provided with credit in lieu of rates. This will apply to all ratepayers for the period 27 March to 27 September 2020, with a limited number of exceptions.

Minister O’Brien said, “Today, the Government has agreed an extension to the current commercial rates waiver programme, to support both the local government sector and the ratepayers impacted by the Covid-19 emergency. “Local authorities have faced an extraordinary period, with unprecedented financial and cash flow difficulties combined with an ever increasing need to provide vital public services.

It’s therefore vital that the cost of this commercial rates waiver, expected to be approximately €600 million, will be met by the Exchequer. “Our city and county councils are always there to provide the public with the key services they require but their response

to the COVID-19 pandemic has been phenomenal.

The speed at which they mobilised, setting up

community initiatives has provided great support to those who needed it most. I want to thank them

sincerely for their efforts to date and the work they continue to do,” he concluded.

NATIONAL HERITAGE WEEK 15TH- 23RD AUGUST 2020

To celebrate National Heritage Week and especially Water Heritage Day Sunday 23rd August 2020, Friends of the Camac wish to share the history and heritage of the river as seen through the eyes of the people of Clondalkin.

Working with LAWPRO, who generously sponsored a literature competition whereby people could share their experiences of their local rivers, they are publishing a special edition newsletter: ‘Celebrating the Heritage of the River Camac in Clondalkin’.

It will be widely shared online, and printed copies will be distributed to schools and libraries.

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Maria O’Connor, Hon. Sec, Friends of the Camac wishes to thank the local writers and historians who took part.

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SPORTS PARTNERSHIP COVID-19 CLUB SMALL GRANT SCHEME

Sports clubs in South Dublin can now apply for COVID-19 Club Small Grants of up to €1,500 through South Dublin County Sports Partnership.

The COVID-19 Club Small Grant Scheme is part of a

series of COVID-19 related funding schemes from Sport Ireland, following the announcement of €70 million of funding by the Government to support the sports sector in response to

the Covid-19 crisis.

The COVID-19 Club Small Grant Scheme will be implemented by Sport Ireland’s network of Local Sports Partnerships and

AIRLINES MUST NOT PUNISH CONSUMERS FOR TAKING RESPONSIBLE DECISION

TD for Dublin Mid West Mark Ward has called on the government to step in and prevent airlines punishing people for taking the decision not to holiday abroad this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Teachta Ward said: “ I have had angry and disappointed families from Clondalkin, Lucan, Newcastle, Palmerstown, Rathcoole, Brittas and Saggart contacting me after they have had to cancel family holidays.

Many of these holidays have been paid for over the last year” “Thousands of people have already missed their summer holidays abroad due to the ongoing pandemic. “The Irish Travel Agents Association estimates that over €800,000 a day is being lost by people who had foreign holidays booked in advance of this pandemic, but now cannot go.

“People want to do the right thing and protect their families and wider communities from Covid-19. They are rightly taking a cautious approach, but they are being financially punished for this,

as some airlines are refusing to provide refunds or flight vouchers, while others are charging exorbitant rescheduling fees.

“I’ve been contacted by hundreds of people about this issue, with one individual losing €3,000, another losing €6,700 and one family telling me they lost €12,000 on a holiday that they had to cancel.

“The airline sector is facing a huge challenge, and the state does need to address this in a proportionate and fair way.

But the sector’s recovery cannot be based on taking money from families who make the decision not to holiday abroad this year, in line with advice from public health experts.

“Airlines should be offering refunds, flight credit or free rescheduling, while travel insurance companies should be compensating those who have already lost money due to the restrictions on travel.

“If airlines and travel insurance companies refuse to change tack, the government must take action, they cannot sit on the sidelines and allow this rip-off to continue.”

will provide assistance to local clubs with covering costs associated with the reopening of sports clubs.

This scheme is separate to the Sports Club Resilience Fund, which will be delivered through National Governing Bodies.

This scheme is designed to support sports clubs that do not have the finances to implement COVID-19 related hygiene and social distancing protocols.

The COVID-19 Club Small Grants can be used to support COVID-19 related expenditure dating from 2nd May 2020 onwards (Date of publication of Government roadmap to recovery). As the total fund available is limited, clubs which already have the finances to implement COVID-19 protocols should not apply.

This grant scheme is designed and intended to support return to sporting activities only and cannot be used to support COVID-19 costs related to hospitality services such as bars or restaurants within sports

facilities.

The scheme will be based on identified needs.

South Dublin County Sports Partnershipand Sport Ireland will work together to ensure that the investment is distributed fairly and every effort will be made to ensure that the wider sports community benefits from this scheme.

There is a €1,500 limit per club on this grant scheme however applications will be means tested and only clubs with the most need will be eligible for the full amount. Clubs should not feel that they have to apply for the full amount to be considered for support.

Speaking regarding the launch of the COVID-19 Club Small Grant Scheme, LSP Coordinator with South Dublin County Sports Partnership, Thos McDermott, said “South Dublin County Sports Pa r t n e r s h i p w e l c o m e s the announcement of financial support for sports clubs across Ireland and encourages all sports clubs in South Dublin to assess

their need for financial support towards COVID-19 related hygiene and social distancing protocols.”

Clubs are advised to contact South Dublin County Sports Partnership, on 01 4149157 or email info@sdcsp.ie for further information on this scheme l Only one application can be submitted per sport club Applications to South Dublin County Sports Partnership are only applicable to clubs based within South Dublin County l Funding applications must be submitted prior to Monday, 31st August via the application form on South Dublin County Sports Partnership‘s website at www.sdcsp.ie. l Clubs must ensure that, where available, they prioritise the application for funding support via their National Governing Body or relevant representative body. Funding support for the same purpose should not be sought from multiple sources

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PROFESSIONAL HOME CARE BILL WILL REGULATE THE SECTOR Local TD Emer Higgins recently introduced the Health (Amendment) (Professional Home Care) Bill 2020 to the Dáil, saying this new legislation is designed to provide regulation in the area of professional home care.

Deputy Higgins said: “The number of people aged over 65 is expected to increase to over one million over the next 20 years. At the same time the number of people over 80 years of age will increase dramatically.

“The majority of older people live active lives. A minority require assistance to live independently and the increase in the older population is likely to result in a greater need for community-based health and social care services.

Government strategy signifies a clear preference to maintain old people in their own homes, yet

despite this commitment there is an absence of regulatory framework.

“Home Care is not however confined to older people.

It also involves those who develop a chronic illness, those who have a physical or mental disability or those who are recovering at home after a serious car or work accident. “The legislation I have tabled provides an appropriate regulatory framework and legal standards to be put in place for professional carers (as opposed to informal carers) engaged in the provision of care for people who live in their own home. “The Law Reform Commission Report of 2011 “Legal Aspects of Professional Home Care” sets out clear recommendations in this area.

In order to implement these recommendations, it

is necessary to introduce legislation to amend the Health Act 2007, which is exactly what this Bill does.

“The Bill provides for the extension of the function of the Health Information Quality Authority (HIQA)

to include the setting of standards in relation to services provided by professional home care providers. It gives power to the Minister for Health to put in place regulation dealing with all aspects

of home care including requirement to prepare a home care plan. It also allows the Minister to put regulation in place which provides that standards are set in respect of detailed training requirements

for those providing these services. “I believe that the change in legislation provided for in this Bill is necessary if we want to guarantee safe, secure home care for all members of society who need it.”

TALLAGHT TOPPING WAITING LIST FOR DRIVING TEST BACKLOG

Local TD for Dublin South West Seán Crowe has said that he is disappointed, but not entirely surprised, to see that Tallaght in his Dublin South West constituency has the highest numbers waiting on driving tests in the state and by a high margin.

There are currently 7,041 people waiting on a driving test in Tallaght and only 484 of them have an appointment date. The next highest number of applications is for the Finglas centre which has 5,509 waiting. Teachta Crowe said: “I am disappointed, but not entirely surprised, that Tallaght in my Constituency of Dublin South West

features at the top of the list for the number of people waiting on a driving test. There are 7,041 applications for the Tallaght testing centre and only 484 of those people have an appointment.

“The number waiting in Tallaght for a test has gone up almost two thousand in two months. “The Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan needs to address this issue urgently and hire additional testers to deal with the huge waiting list. He also needs to consult with existing testers and their union representatives about extending operating hours to deal

with the backlog. “This long backlog is unacceptable and while I accept that the Minister is new to the job, he needs to get his act together and get these long waiting lists down “If people cannot get a test, they cannot get a full driver’s licence.

This can have serious implications of gaining employment or holding onto to employment or simply bringing children to their school. This backlog has been inherited from former Minister Shane Ross, but the new Minister needs to be much more proactive in tackling this enormous driving test backlog.”

LOCAL YOUTH SAY THERE ARE SO MANY BEAUTIFUL REASONS TO BE HAPPY

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THE HSE LAUNCH ‘LET’S GET MOVING’ BOOKLET

HSE Dublin South, Kildare & West Wicklow in conjunction with the Irish Society for Chartered Physiotherapists have produced a “Let’s Get Moving Again” information booklet with eight daily exercises to encourage people to become active again after cocooning during COVID-19’.

At the launch of the booklet

Dr Gráinne Kelly ,Interim Physiotherapy Manager for the Dublin West area explained ‘Being physically active and exercising are important for good health.

Many members of the public and users of physiotherapy services report fear and anxiety in returning to physical activity and exercise following periods

of inactivity or reduced activity. The advice and exercises we are sharing in the Let’s Get Moving Again Booklet are to assist people in returning safely to physical activity and exercise.

This booklet was developed as a follow on to a previous booklet related to exercise during the cocooning phase

NOVENAS FOR LAURA LYNN MIRACLE PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours.

This time I ask you for a very special one.

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 and not mine.

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M.R MIRACLE PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours.

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B.V Novena to the Holy Spirit. You who solve

all problems, who lights all roads so that I can obtain my goal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and to forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life, you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things and to confirm that I never want to be separated from you even and in spite of all material illusion. I wish to be with you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. (mention favors) This prayer must be said for 3 consecutive days and published immediately After 3 days the favor requested will be granted even though it may appear difficult. This prayer must be publised immediately and after 3 days the favour will be granted.

M.R. Prayer to Josemarie for work O God you granted countless favours to your servant and priest Josemaria choosing him as a faithful instrument to Opes Dei. A way of prayer and santification through daily work and fulfilment. Grant that through his mercy. I may attain my request.

M.R. Saint Anthony your burning love for God, your great charity and powers when earth let you be ever ready to help those in need with trouble in anxiety you made the sick better. The sorrow stricken were the object if your tender compassion. Whisper my prayer to the Infant Jesus who loved you so much. One word from you and my prayer will be answered. Speak that word and I will be ever grateful.

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of COVID-19; however its contents can be used beyond COVID-19 in helping people become more active and resume activities they enjoy.’

Head of Primary Care Mary O’Kelly acknowledged the support provided to our physiotherapists in the development of the booklet “This network of communication with the HSE Physiotherapy service, the Irish Society for Chartered Physiotherapists, South Dublin County Sports Partnership, Age Friendly Ireland, Kildare Sports Partnerships, Dublin City Sport & Wellbeing Partnership and Creative Concepts has proved to be very positive and will enable us to communicate the Lets Get Moving Again booklet to a wider audience.”

Speaking at the launch Esther-Mary D’Arcy, Professional Advisor with the Irish Society for Chartered Physiotherapists welcomed the publication of this booklet and hopes it will be widely distributed and used throughout the country.

“As chartered physiotherapists we are extremely concerned about the impact of the pandemic on population health – the majority of our population has been unaffected by COVID-19 but has been affected by the pandemic. We would describe decreased activity as the silent impact of the pandemic - affecting strength and muscle mass, bone health, cardiac and chest health, weight management and mental

health. We hope that as the country opens up, this exercise programme will help people to ‘get moving’ and to enjoy the benefits”.

HSE Chief Officer Ann O’Shea noted “it is excellent to see such cooperation between all the various agencies. If Covid-19 has taught us one thing, it is the importance of working together within and outside of the HSE. This initiative is a wonderful example of that. Ní neart go cur le chéile.”

The booklet is available to download on www.iscp. ie/news/Lets-Get-MovingAgain-Booklet-Launch, the booklet will also be delivered to people’s homes via the HSE Physiotherapy Department, Local Authority Community Call and Sport Partnerships.

TIMMONS IS CRITICAL OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT

Cllr Francis Timmons recently said ‘’I only recently became aware of Section 112 of the 2001 Local Government Act. I was told at a meeting of council officials and Councillors following massive objections and protest from local residents to the Woodford Roundabout, that if South Dublin County Council had to put the Roundabout back to its previous state Councillors would be liable for the cost associated in doing this.”

The Clondalkin Councillor added “I was

told this was under Section 112 of the 2001 Local Government Act, I interpreted this as accept the changes or else. Unfortunately this leaves councillors in a very difficult and vulnerable position and I intend raising this matter with the Minister.

I have previously stated I believe we were misled or at the very least misinformed about the extent of the work being done on the Woodford roundabout, I am elected to represent the views of my community, this threat hanging over the head of any councillor does threaten local democracy. “

AN TAISCE INAUGURAL ECO DOG WALK An Taisce, Ireland’s environmental heritage charity, has announced its inaugural Eco Dog Walk, taking place throughout August 2020.

Members of the public can take part by bringing their dog on a 5km walk any day in the month of August. With a wealth of local parks, heritage sites, canal walks, mountain paths and countless other designated walkways to choose from, this initiative offers the perfect opportunity enjoy the wonderful and unspoilt nature that Ireland has to offer while supporting a good cause. An Taisce encourages walkers to come together while remaining apart by using the dedicated hashtag #ecodogwalk across social media to share photos of their dogs enjoying their walks.

Each participating pooch and their family are asked to make a small donation to

help support the work of the charity, and will also have the opportunity to raise additional funds through sponsorship. The money raised will be shared to help local An Taisce associations (see below) whose passionate volunteers work tirelessly to protect and conserve our built and natural heritage. As a little ‘thank you’ to participants, all donors will be entered in a draw for a chance to win some fantastic prizes. In addition, the dog who raises the most money on their sponsorship card will earn a very special reward for their humans: a family weekend break for four!

Registration for the event is now open via the An Taisce website, antaisce.org, and www.facebook.com/AnTaisce

Walkers should be sure to bring their biodegradable poop bags and to dispose of their dog’s waste responsibly.

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Home cooking and baking Aloo and Tofu Chap - veggie, vegan & gluten free Preparation time - 30 min Cooking time - 15 min Serves 2 to 4 people Ingredients: 350g grated soyabean tofu 250g cooked and grated potato 1 tbsp chopped green chilli 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander 50g chopped red onion 1 tsp awjain 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground chilli ½ tsp ground turmeric 50g chickpea flour 50g chopped tomato Salt according to your taste 1 tsp ginger & garlic paste 50ml frying any oil Methods for preparation: 1. Add all prepared ingredients into large bowl except for the oil and half of the chickpeas flour.

2. Mix well to combine all spices. Do not over mix.

3. Add a little bit water in your palm and make individual round, thick and flat shape using the palm.

4. Coat all prepared potato and tofu chap/cake/tikki with rest of chickpeas flour.

Carrot Cake Ingredients for the Carrot Cake:

280g self-raising flour 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1/2 tsp baking powder 180g soft brown sugar 100g carrots grated 90g unsalted butter, melted 1 egg 260ml milk 1 tsp mixed spice zest of an orange 40 ml of freshly squeezed orange juice

5. Heat a pan with 2 tbsp of oil.

6. Place prepared chap on the pan and fry it on medium to high heat for about 1- 2 mins.

7. Gently flip it and fry the other side until brown and crisp.

8. Remove from pan and transfer to paper towel to absorb the oil from chap.

9. Serve immediately with any fresh salad and chutney.

Ingredients for the Cream Cheese Icing: 125g butter (room temperature) 100g cream cheese 325g icing sugar (sieved) 1 tsp vanilla essence

Method: Preheat oven to 170ÂşC. Line and grease two cake tins.

In a bowl put together the self raising flour, bicarbonate of soda, mixed spice, baking powder, carrot and sugar and make a well in the centre.

Melt the butter and let cool slightly. In a jug, whisk together the melted butter, egg, orange zest, orange juice and milk.

Add the wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients and fold together using a large metal spoon until just combined. Split the mixture between the two tins.

Bake for 30 minutes, pierce with a skewer and if it comes out clean, the cake is baked.

Place on a wire rack to cool.

Put the icing ingredients in a bowl and whisk all together until smooth. When the cake has cooled, place on half on a plate, spread the icing on the cake with a spatula or pallet knife and then place the second cake half on top. Then spread the icing on top.

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EDUCATION FEATURE

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EXIT ENTRY APP HELPS STUDENTS UNLOCK THEIR FUTURE GOALS College students have the chance to win €10,000 worth of student accommodation and with third level living being a much discussed issue amongst students this competition could not be more timely. Leah, who has just finished 6th year, and is

hoping to study Biomedical Science , found the Exit Entry app an extremely helpful tool in choosing her 3rd level course!

Exit Entry is an Irish mobile app designed to help students discover their

CREATING A ROADMAP FOR BACK TO CLASS During these uncertain times we all need assistance with our route back to the classroom.

Considerations such as social distancing, hand washing, mandatory mask wearing and restricted group work for students are elements for consideration in the new normal. Further difficulties arise if you’re a teacher of a practical subject where working in pairs or groups is generally the norm.

World Health Organisation (WHO) Guidance and the Return to Work Safely Protocol highlights that students and teachers must demonstrate good hand hygiene, cleaning and good respiratory practices for their safety and the safety of others.

In line with the 2-meter social distancing measure, many educational institutions have outlined difficulties implementing these measures.

It will be challenging to maintain physical distances between students throughout the school day. Furthermore,

challenges arise when one considers the student / SNA relationship within the school. If these distance measures are enforced, all students may not be able to return to school on a full time basis.

The Leinster School of Music and Drama at Griffith College is offering a free upcoming workshop to provide teachers with the tools to return to the ‘new normal’ safely and efficiently. The workshop will be hosted by Suzanne Binley, Programme Director Higher Diploma in Drama Education and graduate of said programme, Niambh Doolan. It will provide teachers with practical advice for the new term.

This zoom workshop will take place on Monday 24th August at 11.00 a.m to 1.00 p.m.

The workshop will be facilitated by The Leinster School of Music and Drama at Griffith College. To register a place for the Monday 24th event, contact leinster. school@griffith.ie

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next opportunity. The app, which was created to help students connect with courses and employers, was launched in late 2019, with over 20,000 students having availed of the service to date.

For more information please visit www.exitentry.com.

Pictured right is Student, Leah Barniville, 18 was on hand to remind fellow students of the Exit Entry competition that’s live until 31st August!

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DEGREE LEVEL RECRUITMENT APPRENTICESHIP

Simon Harris TD, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, recently launched a worldfirst in education for Ireland, with the introduction of a degree level qualification in recruitment. Developed by the National Recruitment

Federation (NRF), the three-year Honours Degree in Recruitment Practice involves the apprenticeship learning model.

The recruitment executive, whether a school-leaver, new recruit or existing employee is retained by

a recruitment agency and learns on the job and through online tutorials, while attending college one day a week. The degree course is Government funded and aligns with the Action Plan on Apprenticeships and the National Further Education and Training

Simon Harris TD with Geraldine King, CEO of the National Recruitment Federation.

Pic Credit Conor Healy

agencies pay an annual registration fee for each apprentice enrolled.

Enrolment is already underway for Ireland’s

unique new recruitment degree, beginning in September 2020, and information is available on https://nrf.ie/.

“This new recruitment apprenticeship degree offers a brand-new career route for school leavers, not previously available in the sector. “It will also assist in upskilling current employees, and offers an opportunity for individuals in other sectors to transfer into recruitment, with a structured career path, allowing them to earn while getting a degree”, Minister Harris said at the course launch at National College of Ireland (NCI) in Dublin recently.

In response to the HSE ‘Interim Recommendations’ Green-Schools Travel have developed ‘Safe to School An Ideas Document for Safe Access to Schools’ for them to consider implementing in order to allow for recommended physical distancing on arrival to school and to address front of school vehicle congestion.

Measures presented range from creative, temporary initiatives that schools can implement themselves, through to measures to permanently upgrade active travel infrastructure.

The level-8 Honours Degree will be delivered by IFSCbased, National College of Ireland in Dublin.

A Government funded course, participating recruitment

In preparation for the planned return of schools, Green-Schools conducted research to establish the level of concern about enabling safe access to

schools.

Green-Schools Travel Manager Jane Hackett, commented: “‘We are eager to see students and teachers return to school, however we recognise the problems facing schools when it comes to social distancing at the school gate. We have put this document together to support school Principals, Boards of Managements and Local Authorities to put in place interventions which can support walking, cycling and reduce congestion at the school gate. At a time of immense pressure facing schools we hope that this document can go some way in supporting schools and offer them tangible solutions to new problems which have arisen due to Covid-19.”

Strategy Minister Harris unveiled last week. The strategy offers a new range of apprenticeships, meaning the opportunity for everyone to engage in learning while also delivering critical skills and roles essential to economic recovery and the future world of work.

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Super-Stylish New Peugeot 208 Super-mini

By Breda Corrigan

Having won the highlycoveted title of European Car of the Year 2020, the allnew Peugeot 208 supermini has already hit the ground running. Available with a choice of petrol, diesel or electric powertrains, the all-new Peugeot 208 brings to market the latestgeneration i-Cockpit and 3D head-up display, together with a range of driving aids usually reserved for much more expensive models.

Asserting a youthful, energetic image, the new 208 boasts a sleek, quality design and high-end look that is perfectly in keeping with the Peugeot brand’s upmarket strategy.

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The new Peugeot 208 is longer, wider and lower than its predecessor, revealing a distinctive bodyline with clean, taut lines. Wide shaped wings, body curves, a pared-back

windscreen and a longer, sculpted bonnet underscore the sporty look, whilst the familiar Peugeot full LED 3-claw headlight signature, dependent on trim, is immediately recognisable.

The front bumper contains a perfectly integrated, single outlet radiator grille in the centre, bearing the iconic Peugeot Lion, while the tip of the bonnet shows off the 208 badge for an added dose of exclusivity.

Engines & Transmissions; The new 208 is available with a choice of 3 petrol engines – a 1.2 litre 75bhp (5-speed manual), 1.2 litre 100bhp (6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic), and a 1.2 litre 130bhp (8-speed automatic), along with a 1.5 BlueHDi turbo-diesel with 100bhp (6-speed manual).

Each engine in the new 208 is compliant with the latest stringent EURO 6 emissions controls, and are fitted with stop/start functionality for

greater efficiency. Built on Peugeot’s new common modular production platform, CO2 emissions are reduced through weight reduction (30 kg lighter), improved aerodynamics and reduced roll resistance.

The platform also provides for greater acoustic and thermal comfort on board, and lower vibration levels.

Specification Levels; Highly specified trim levels in the new 208 comprise of Active, Allure and GT Line, with a fourth trim level (GT) reserved exclusively for the electric (e-208) model. Standard items across all models include Automatic Emergency Braking, Active Safety Brake (night function, cyclists, pedestrians), Extended Traffic Sign Recognition, manual air-conditioning, electric mirrors (heated), rear parking sensors, push button start, electric front windows, and many more

comfort, convenience and safety features.

Energetic Character; Mirroring the Peugeot 3008, 5008 and new 508 range, the rear end of the new 208 stands out with a black band running the width of the boot lid, linking the 3-claw rear daytime running lights.

In addition to standard body colours and the optional Black Diamond roof, the new Peugeot 208 is on offer with a range of colours to reflect the car’s energetic character - Faro Yellow, triple coat Vertigo Blue, and Elixir Red with an additional topcoat that deepens the colour depth, with many other colour options also available.

New-Generation Peugeot i-Cockpit;

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The new Peugeot 208 benefits from a newgeneration of the ingenious Peugeot i-Cockpit - now an inseparable part of the Peugeot DNA. Depending on the trim, the 3D instrument panel displays information at two levels. On the upper digital pad, information is projected in hologram form, where data is displayed closer or further away from the driver’s eye depending on the function, importance or urgency, thereby increasing reaction responses.

Sporting toggle switches, the new 208 is available

with a 5, 7 or 10” touchscreen, depending on trim and options selected.

In addition to the door bins and glovebox, there are 3 additional storage areas (depending on version), including a large storage area under the armrest between the front seats, an easy-access tray in front of the gear lever and a clever concealable storage space in the central console that can be used to discreetly and wirelessly charge a smartphone.

Boot space is equally impressive, with 311-litres available, but this increases to 1,106-litres when the rear seats are folded. Seat comfort for all occupants of the new 208 is terrific, with an adequate amount of head, leg and elbow room on offer too.

Test Car; My eye-catching Faro Yellow test car was a GT-Line 1.2 litre 100bhp manual, which looked terrific with its contrasting black trim on the roof, wheel arches and mirror caps, while sporty two-tone alloy wheels provide even greater visual appeal.

The refined petrol engine can propel the car from 0-100km in a spritely 9.9-seconds, while a fuel return of 5.6l/100km is achieveable when the car is driven on a combined driving cycle. Standard GT Line equipment includes key items such

as 17” diamond-cut alloy wheels, 180-degree colour reversing camera, full LED headlights with Smartbeam Assist, and an 8-colour personalisationable ambient lighting system for true individuality.

My test car performed admirably on a variety of back roads and motorways, with the 100bhp engine pulling strongly from a standing start, while also providing plenty of punch for safe overtaking.

A strong brake pedal feel ensures that the new 208 stops confidently, while an intuitive and slick six-speed manual gearbox makes the car very enjoyable to drive.

Build quality throughout the new 208 is exceptional, while the car’s striking cabin design provides a real sense of occasion to every journey.

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Overall, the all-new Peugeot 208 is very impressive in every way – from its distinctive and striking good looks, to its comprehensive safety equipment and its technologically-advanced instrument panel.

Additionally, the new 208 is terrific to drive, economical and comfortable, while Peugeot’s 5-Year/100,000km warranty comes as standard. The super-stylish 208 is priced from just €18,300 (exworks) and is available to buy now.

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