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🚉🌎⚡️Minister for Transport & Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment | TD for Dublin Fingal East. Gaeilge agus fáilte.

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The first Water Refill Station is now live at Malahide DART Station! This is a brilliant initiative to reduce plastic waste and provide clean, fresh water to commuters across the country🚰🚆@deptcee An Roinn Iompair - Department of Transport

The first Water Refill Station is now live at Malahide DART Station! This is a brilliant initiative to reduce plastic waste and provide clean, fresh water to commuters across the country🚰🚆@deptcee An Roinn Iompair - Department of Transport

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What a start to #GE24! 🚪😬 You never know what will happen when you knock on a door……..

What a start to #GE24! 🚪😬 You never know what will happen when you knock on a door……..

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MetroLink is happening. Government approval means enabling works can begin in 2027, with main construction in 2028. With 15 stops and 20-minute journeys from North Dublin to the city centre, it will transform transport.
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MetroLink is happening. Government approval means enabling works can begin in 2027, with main construction in 2028. With 15 stops and 20-minute journeys from North Dublin to the city centre, it will transform transport.

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153 affordable starter homes are being delivered at Golding Green in Kinsealy, alongside 40 social homes. Applications for the first 50 affordable homes open October 8 at 12 noon via
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153 affordable starter homes are being delivered at Golding Green in Kinsealy, alongside 40 social homes. Applications for the first 50 affordable homes open October 8 at 12 noon via

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I welcome the publication of Re-turn’s annual report for 2025. With over 3.2 billion bottles and cans that have now been recycled through the Deposit Return Scheme, shows that clearly the public have embraced the Scheme.
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I welcome the publication of Re-turn’s annual report for 2025. With over 3.2 billion bottles and cans that have now been recycled through the Deposit Return Scheme, shows that clearly the public have embraced the Scheme.

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70,314 views • 2 months ago

€7m Government investment will deliver the permanent pedestrianisation of New Street in Malahide, with 37 new trees, bike stands, new lighting and a safer public space at the heart of the village.
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€7m Government investment will deliver the permanent pedestrianisation of New Street in Malahide, with 37 new trees, bike stands, new lighting and a safer public space at the heart of the village.

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18,217 views • 19 days ago

Electric vehicle sales reach record high. In July alone, nearly 9,600 electric vehicles were registered. That brings the total this year to almost 30,000 - up 61%. Good for your pocket, good for the environment, and we will keep supporting the transition.
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Electric vehicle sales reach record high. In July alone, nearly 9,600 electric vehicles were registered. That brings the total this year to almost 30,000 - up 61%. Good for your pocket, good for the environment, and we will keep supporting the transition.

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45,762 views • 2 months ago

New lifts at Clongriffin Station will open on December 15th, delivering long-awaited step-free access for commuters. A major boost for accessibility in the area and a great day for the local community and coastal rail users🚆♿
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New lifts at Clongriffin Station will open on December 15th, delivering long-awaited step-free access for commuters. A major boost for accessibility in the area and a great day for the local community and coastal rail users🚆♿

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139,084 views • 10 months ago

A major milestone for MetroLink today, with Government approval of the Final Business Case. Procurement can now begin, with enabling works expected to start in 2027. MetroLink is happening.
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A major milestone for MetroLink today, with Government approval of the Final Business Case. Procurement can now begin, with enabling works expected to start in 2027. MetroLink is happening.

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22,218 views • 1 month ago

Great news for Malahide, with €7m in Government investment for the permanent pedestrianisation of New Street. New paving, landscaping and replanting will transform the heart of the village.
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Great news for Malahide, with €7m in Government investment for the permanent pedestrianisation of New Street. New paving, landscaping and replanting will transform the heart of the village.

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18,239 views • 1 month ago

Good news for commuters, from Monday April 20th, a new early morning service will run from Drogheda to Dublin Connolly, serving Donabate and Malahide. Train departs Drogheda at 6.05am and arrives in Dublin at 7:09am.
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Good news for commuters, from Monday April 20th, a new early morning service will run from Drogheda to Dublin Connolly, serving Donabate and Malahide. Train departs Drogheda at 6.05am and arrives in Dublin at 7:09am.

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54,862 views • 6 months ago

🚨🏌️‍♂️ Big news this morning! ⛳️Cabinet has confirmed support for The Open to be hosted at Portmarnock Golf Club Portmarnock Golf Club , making history as the first time this prestigious event is hosted outside Britain or Northern Ireland! 🇮🇪 A huge €35-45 million investment for the area!
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🚨🏌️‍♂️ Big news this morning! ⛳️Cabinet has confirmed support for The Open to be hosted at Portmarnock Golf Club Portmarnock Golf Club , making history as the first time this prestigious event is hosted outside Britain or Northern Ireland! 🇮🇪 A huge €35-45 million investment for the area!

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163,249 views • 2 years ago

🚇A major milestone for MetroLink today. The tender issued for trains, tracks and stations. A 25-year contract, with works starting this August/September. Fully funded by Government and we’re committed to delivering it
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🚇A major milestone for MetroLink today. The tender issued for trains, tracks and stations. A 25-year contract, with works starting this August/September. Fully funded by Government and we’re committed to delivering it

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41,664 views • 5 months ago

Over 1.6 billion bottles and cans returned in just over a year through the Deposit Return Scheme. A huge success! Great to visit Londis in Malahide and thank the team for making it happen. Let’s keep the momentum going♻️🇮🇪
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Over 1.6 billion bottles and cans returned in just over a year through the Deposit Return Scheme. A huge success! Great to visit Londis in Malahide and thank the team for making it happen. Let’s keep the momentum going♻️🇮🇪

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68,473 views • 1 year ago

In Brussels today to set out Ireland’s priorities for our EU Presidency. We’ll focus on competitiveness, security and values, while accelerating renewables, resilient energy grids and the electrification of our society.
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In Brussels today to set out Ireland’s priorities for our EU Presidency. We’ll focus on competitiveness, security and values, while accelerating renewables, resilient energy grids and the electrification of our society.

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10,774 views • 1 month ago

Today we decided to draft legislation to remove the Dublin Airport passenger cap. This will be done in a balanced way, listening to local communities while supporting jobs, connectivity and Ireland’s role as an island nation 🌍✈️
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Today we decided to draft legislation to remove the Dublin Airport passenger cap. This will be done in a balanced way, listening to local communities while supporting jobs, connectivity and Ireland’s role as an island nation 🌍✈️

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33,425 views • 8 months ago

Cabinet has approved the proposal to draft legislation removing the Dublin Airport cap. The airport is vital national infrastructure supporting tens of thousands of jobs and Ireland’s global connectivity. Time to move forward and get this done✈️
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Cabinet has approved the proposal to draft legislation removing the Dublin Airport cap. The airport is vital national infrastructure supporting tens of thousands of jobs and Ireland’s global connectivity. Time to move forward and get this done✈️

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44,989 views • 1 year ago

The Dublin Airport Passenger Cap Bill has now passed both the Dáil and Seanad. This supports the sustainable growth of a vital national asset while recognising the importance of stronger noise measures, an independent flight path assessment and protecting local communities.
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The Dublin Airport Passenger Cap Bill has now passed both the Dáil and Seanad. This supports the sustainable growth of a vital national asset while recognising the importance of stronger noise measures, an independent flight path assessment and protecting local communities.

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13,976 views • 3 months ago

Over 40% of Ireland’s electricity now comes from renewables, with wind playing a vital role. Great to address 700+ delegates at Wind Energy Ireland today on accelerating clean, affordable and energy-independent power for our future 🌬️⚡️
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Over 40% of Ireland’s electricity now comes from renewables, with wind playing a vital role. Great to address 700+ delegates at Wind Energy Ireland today on accelerating clean, affordable and energy-independent power for our future 🌬️⚡️

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27,211 views • 9 months ago

What an incredible experience visiting the Christ the Redeemer statue, a true global landmark, and then seeing it illuminated in green for St Patrick’s Day to celebrate the growing friendship and economic ties between Brazil and Ireland. A really special moment to witness 🇮🇪🇧🇷
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What an incredible experience visiting the Christ the Redeemer statue, a true global landmark, and then seeing it illuminated in green for St Patrick’s Day to celebrate the growing friendship and economic ties between Brazil and Ireland. A really special moment to witness 🇮🇪🇧🇷

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22,357 views • 7 months ago