Author Archives: Conor D. McGuinness

CAPTION: Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has been appointed chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Fisheries and Maritime Affairs.  Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has been appointed Chair of the newly formed Oireachtas Committee on Fisheries and Maritime Affairs, a key role that will see him lead national policy discussions on Ireland’s fishingContinueContinue reading “Waterford TD to chair new Oireachtas committee on Fisheries and Maritime Affairs”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has said Waterford City and County Council must listen to the concerns of locals about the planned water activity facility in Ardmore. McGuinness said: “The Council should listen to the concerns of the community in Ardmore and local voices must be heard. “The project that was presented to councillorsContinueContinue reading “Ardmore voices must the heard – McGuinness”

  Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed news that St. John’s Special School in Dungarvan will have additional space from September. The Dungarvan-based representative commended the parents on their campaign, and highlighted the role played by the team at St. John’s in working with stakeholders to find a solution. He raised the matterContinueContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes moves to increase capacity at St. Johns, says Government must ‘move mountains’ to deliver for every child”

Waterford Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has said that the exclusion of pharmaceuticals from the 20% tariffs imposed by the US on Europe is ‘a welcome silver lining’ on a bad day overall.  McGuinness spoke in the Dáil yesterday to highlighted the risk to employment and the wider Irish economy that trade restrictions onContinueContinue reading “‘Relief’ as pharma excluded from US Tariffs, but serious concerns remain – McGuinness”

Tá an Teachta Dála Conor D. McGuinness ceaptha mar urlabhraí Sinn Féin ar Ghnóthaí Tuaithe, Forbairt Pobail, agus An Ghaeltacht ag Uachtarán an pháirtí Mary Lou McDonald. Is fear Gaeltachta é McGuinness, atá at tógaint clainne le Gaelainn sa Rinn i nGaeltacht na nDéise. D’fhógair Sinn Féin foireann urlabhraithe shóisearacha an tseachtain seo, a bheidhContinueContinue reading “Fear Gaeltachta ceaptha mar urlabhraí Sinn Féin ar Ghnóthaí Tuaithe, Forbairt Pobail agus An Ghaeltacht”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has labelled the Fine Gael-Fianna Fáil-Independent programme for government ‘a charter for failure’ for 24/7 cardiac care in UHW. He made the comments during a Dáil debate on the new Programme for Government, which fails to mention 24/7 cardiac care in UHW, much less make any commitment.  Speaking inContinueContinue reading “Programme for Government branded ‘charter for failure’ for ignoring 24/7 cardiac care – Sinn Féin TD”

Waterford’s two Sinn Féin TDs joined forces in the Dáil to advocate for urgent road safety measures for Ballymacarbry, in particular adjacent to Ballymacarbry National School.  During a debate on Road Safety in the Dáil on Thursday afternoon both Deputies David Cullinane and Conor McGuinness highlighted the issue and called for funding. McGuinness said: “TheContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin TDs raise need for safety improvements for Ballymacarbry. “

Sinn Féin TD Conor D McGuinness has said that there is ‘nothing affordable’ about house prices The Courtyard proposed affordable housing scheme in Tramore. He levelled his criticism at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for failing to ensure the scheme will truly affordable for local families in need of housing.McGuinness said:“Prices forContinueContinue reading “Nothing “affordable” about Government’s proposed €379,000 price tag for Tramore homes McGuinness”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has used his first speaking time in the Dáil to raise the need for dredging at Cé Heilbhic and to call out the Catch-22 situation that is preventing action to address the issued.  Addressing the Dáil in both Irish and English, McGuinness directly addressed the Minister for Agriculture, FoodContinueContinue reading “‘Lives and livelihoods are being put as risk’ – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness has called on the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne to directly intervene in the ongoing saga of Lismore’s crumbling water infrastructure.  Speaking in the Dáil, the West Waterford TD called out the failure of successive Governments to invest in rural towns and local infrastructure.  McGuinnessContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin TD questions minister over ‘constant water outages’ in Lismore”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D McGuinness has used his maiden Dáil speech to raise the crisis in special education spaces affecting Co. Waterford.  McGuinness said that although capacity issues are not new, this year the situation ‘has reached crisis levels’. He made his comments in the context of twenty children being left without a special schoolContinueContinue reading “McGuinness raises Co. Waterford special education spaces in Dáil”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness and Cllr. Catherine Burke have raised concerns regarding the future capacity of the Irish Coast Guard Search and Rescue (SAR) service currently operating out of Waterford Airport. The Government recently engaged a new contractor to operate the SAR service across the state. Deputy McGuinness said: “The Government has veryContinueContinue reading “Government has questions to answer over future of Waterford-based Search and Rescue service – Sinn Féin   “

Watch full video here Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness used his maiden speech in the Dáil to raise the need for investment in services and infrastructure in rural Ireland, citing as examples the  failure by successive governments to invest in a fir-for-purpose water supply in Lismore, flood defences in Tallow, or dredging in CéContinueContinue reading “McGuinness thanks voters and highlights rural underinvestment in maiden speech”

Tá TD de chuid Shinn Féin Conor D. McGuinness ag earcú faoi láthair do dhá phost a bheidh lonnaite ina oifig i nDún Garbhán. Cúntóir Riaracháin Cúntóir Parlaiminte Is féidir sonraí, sainchuntas poist agus foirm iarratas a fháil ag na nascanna thuas, nó i rphost ó kate.omahoney@oireachtas.ie ach é a iarraidh uaithi. Is é anContinueContinue reading “Folúntais: Cúntóirí Parlaiminte agus Riaracháin”

Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness is recruiting for two exciting roles to be based in his constituency office in Dungarvan. Administrative Assistant Parliamentary Assistant Further details, job specifications and application forms for each position can be accessed at the links above, or on request from kate.omahoney@oireachtas.ie Closing date for applications if 10am Tuesday 4thContinueContinue reading “Vacancies: Parliamentary and Administrative Assistants”

Éiligh rialtas nua a dhéanfaidh beart de réir briathar i leith na nGaeilge. Éiligh guth, láidir Gaeltachta do Phort Láirge! Tá Gaeltacht na nDéise fágtha in áit na leathphingine i dtaobh infheistíocht, infreastruchtúr agus seirbhísí poiblí de. Tá géarghá le tithíocht do chlanna áitiúla, maraon le breis infheistíocht i bpostanna agus seirbhisí stáit. Tá guthContinueContinue reading “Ag Seasamh leis an nGaeltacht agus le lucht labhartha na Gaeilge”

Our manifesto sets out the choice for voters. It sets out what change with a Sinn Féin government will look like. It sets out our plans to deliver for you, for your family and for your community. To deliver what we have set out in our manifesto we need a change of government. The ChoiceContinueContinue reading “The Choice for Change – Sinn Féin’s General Election Manifesto 2024”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said that a Sinn Féin led Government will immediately set about implementing its ambitious and radical action plan on Mental Health.  McGuinness said: “We are all acutely aware of the failures and gaps in mental health services. Despite the heroic efforts of dedicated, hard workingContinueContinue reading “McGuinness: Sinn Féin is ready to implement mental health action plan from Day One”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said that Sinn Féin’s ambitious plans for rural Ireland are based on balanced regional development and on unlocking the substantial economic capacity that exists within our rural communities. He added that a Sinn Féin led government will stand up for rural Ireland and develop theContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin’s ambitious plans for Rural Ireland will undo fourteen years of neglect and damage by Fine Gael – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has offered his full support to parents of secondary school students from Aglish in their campaign to secure school bus places for their children.  McGuinness was speaking after he and party colleague Cllr Donnchadh Mulcahy met with local parents in Aglish Community Centre to discuss theContinueContinue reading “Aglish secondary school students must not be left behind – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said that tackling the shortcomings with water infrastructure will be a key task for the new Government. He highlighted ongoing issues in Bonmahon, Lismore, Dungarvan and across Co. Waterford, and said a Sinn Féin led government would review Uisce Éireann’s capital plan, increase capital investmentContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin led Government will address Co. Waterford’s water infrastructure shortcomings – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has sharply criticised the decision by the outgoing government to remove the N25 from the National Development Plan, effectively stalling any safety improvement works of scale on the national primary route that stretches the length of Waterford. He was speaking following a meeting with Transport InfrastructureContinueContinue reading “‘Unforgivable’ that FF and FG allowed N25 to slip off the funding agenda – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said that Dungarvan must be prioritised for community, transport and regeneration funding given the lack of investment in the town over the past decade.  He said the town had ‘lost out due to a lack of political clout’, and promised to champion Dungarvan at nationalContinueContinue reading “Dungarvan must be next in line for community, transport, sports and regeneration funding – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and council group leader Conor D. McGuinness has called on Uisce Éireann to urgently upgrade the sewage system that serves Bonmahon as a matter of urgency. He made the call following a meeting between Waterford City and County Council, and Uisce Éireann officials help in City Hall.  Cllr. McGuinness said:ContinueContinue reading “McGuinness calls for urgent action on Bonmahon sewage system “

Sinn Féin general election candidate and West Waterford councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called for action and investment from Uisce Éireann to address the serious water issues affecting Lismore, and said that the outgoing government parties have to accept responsibility for allowing problems to build to breaking point over the past decade and more.  McGuinnessContinueContinue reading “Government has allowed Lismore water issues build to breaking point – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the failure by the HSE to fill the Registrar vacancy at Dungarvan is another example of the neglect of the town and the wider West Waterford area.  Cllr. McGuinness said: “I have been campaigning for this vacancy to be filled since itContinueContinue reading “McGuinness: Failure to fill Dungarvan Births, Deaths, Marriages vacancy further example of neglect”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that his party’s comprehensive plan outlining how to reform the school transport system will fix the school tranpsort chaos that families across Waterford are facing. The plan, which was launched by Sinn Féin education spokesperson Sorca Clarke TD, sets out how the partyContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin in Government will fix school transport chaos for families across Waterford – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the ongoing issues affecting access to GP and dental care can only be fixed through the implementation of Sinn Féin’s comprehensive health plan, developed by David Cullinane.  McGuinness has long campaigned for improved access to GP and dental care in Dungarvan and WestContinueContinue reading “Access to GP and dental care will only be fixed under Sinn Féin’s healthcare plan – McGuinness “

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said Sinn Féin has the plan to make housing affordable, bring homeownership back into the reach of working people and restore hope for a generation. He stated that it is time for a Sinn Féin Minister for Housing because only a Sinn Féin ledContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin’s plan will make housing affordable in Waterford – and restore hope for a generation – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said that Fine Gael’s half-baked VAT proposals are too little, too late, and will negatively impact businesses and consumers across Co. Waterford. He said that Sinn Féin has heard very clearly the calls from the hospitality sector, including the 600 restaurants that were forced toContinueContinue reading “Fine Gael’s half-baked VAT proposals too little, too late for Waterford’s hospitality sector – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said his party will scrap the means test for carers if elected to lead the next Government.  The Co. Waterford representative was speaking as Sinn Féin used its final Dáil motion to highlight this issue.  McGuinness said said: “A Sinn Féin government would abolish theContinueContinue reading “Waterford family carers deserve better: SF in government will abolish means test– McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness has said that Dungarvan and West Waterford need a TD to correct a decade long deficit in representation. He made the comments as Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald began her party’s first full day of campaigning in Dungarvan, Cappoquin, Lismore and Tallow – a clearContinueContinue reading “Dungarvan and West Waterford need a TD – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has expressed his disappointment by the refusal of Taoiseach Simon Harris to oppose the Mercosur Deal, saying the Fine Gael position will harm Irish agrictulture.  “I was extremely disappointed that the Taoiseach did not give a firm commitment to completely oppose the Mercosur deal whenContinueContinue reading “Fine Gael refusal to oppose Mercosur Deal will harm Irish agriculture – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said the proposed Fairlane housing development cannot come quickly enough, and said that a Sinn Féin led Government would cut through the red tape that has delayed the project to date.  McGuinness said: “The Department of Housing has given ‘approval in principle’ to the developed by Waterford CityContinueContinue reading “Dungarvan housing development cannot not come quickly enough – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has criticised the outgoing Government and junior minister for mental health Mary Butler for their failure to deliver a JIGSAW mental health service for Waterford City and County. McGuinness said: “The HSE has confirmed to me that no decision has been made regarding development ofContinueContinue reading “Still no sign of JIGSAW youth mental health service for Waterford”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has secured a commitment that Dungarvan will be prioritised for funding under the next round of Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF).  McGuinness said: “URDF funding provides significant capital investment for large scale developments in towns. Unfortunately this funding has bypassed Dungarvan over recent years,ContinueContinue reading “McGuinness secures URDF commitment for Dungarvan”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has responded to the latest Central Statistics Office (CSO) new home completion figures, saying that new home building had stalled because the government’s housing plan is failing. He made the remarks as data shows that house prices in Co, Waterford continue to spiral out ofContinueContinue reading “New home building stalls as government housing plan fails – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has described as ‘negligent’ and ‘deeply wrong’ the government’s failure to live up to its commitment to prioritise mental health care during their near five-year term in office. He said that there are real life consequences arising out of the failure to regulate Child andContinueContinue reading “Government failure to regulate CAMHS and prioritise mental health care is ‘negligent’ and ‘deeply wrong’ – Conor McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that Sinn Féin’s plan shows that delivering childcare at €10 a day per child is possible, but that lack of political will from Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael means it will not happen under this government.  Sinn Féin’s fully costed plan would deliverContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin plan shows that delivering childcare at €10 a day per child is possible – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said Waterford is being ‘left in the ha’penny place’ by the IDA and that successive Fine Gael enterprise ministers have allowed the county to be neglected when it comes to IDA interventions.  McGuinness said: Figures release to Sinn Féin show that Waterford is bottomContinueContinue reading “Waterford being ‘left in the ha’penny place’ by IDA”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the long-awaited review of Waterford City and County Council’s capital plan must ringfence funding to dredge Cé Heilbhic. McGuinness has been campaigning for the harbour to be dredged and said lives may well be lost over the refusal by Government to getContinueContinue reading “Capital Plan review must open the door for Heilbhic Dredging”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that house prices continue to spiral out of control because of bad government policy, and it is time for a new approach which can only be delivered with a change of government. The Waterford representatives comments were made as the latest CSO propertyContinueContinue reading “Waterford house prices continue to spiral out of control – it is time for a new approach – Conor McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has received confirmation from the HSE that the long running Psychiatry vacancy in Dungarvan has now been filled. The West Waterford representative raised the issue earlier this year and had been campaigning to have the position filled as a matter of urgency. McGuinness said: “WhileContinueContinue reading “McGuinness: Dungarvan Psychiatry position finally filled”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that Fianna Fáil is ‘actively undermining’ the future development of Waterford Airport. He called on Fianna Fáil’s Mary Butler to clarify her party’s position after her party colleague junior Transport Minister James Lawless told the Dail that investing in the airport would beContinueContinue reading “McGuinness: Fianna Fáil is ‘actively undermining’ future of Waterford Airport”

  Sinn Féin Councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has sharply criticised Fine Gael, Fianna Fail, the Labour Party and the majority of Waterford’s independent councillors for raising the Local Property Tax by the maximum increase possible. Councillors from the Council’s controlling pact, which includes Labour, Independents, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, votedContinueContinue reading “FG, FF, Labour and Independents vote 15% Family Home Tax increase”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said government failure to deliver the right set of enabling conditions, as well as affordable housing, is damaging the economy and costing Ireland talent and investment. He made the comments following a series of meetings with local entrepreneurs and business representatives. McGuinness said: “EachContinueContinue reading “Government inaction is causing real damage to the economy – Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness “

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that support from Waterford City and County Council will be critical for the development of facilities to accommodate the huge growth in members and activities at Dungarvan United AFC.  McGuinness made the comments after he and Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane had metContinueContinue reading “Council support ‘critical’ to enable Dungarvan United development – McGuinness”

Bhí cruinniú ana-fhiúntach agus dearfach ag an gComhairleoir Conor D. McGuinness agus an Teachta Dála David Cullinane le Bróna Coleman atá ina hoifigeach pleanála teanga le Dún Garbhán le Gaeilge. Léirigh na hionadaithe tofa de chuid Shinn Féin a dtacaíocht agus a mbuíochas as an méid atá á dhéanamh go háitiúil I dtaobh na GaeiilgeContinueContinue reading “Tacaíonn Sinn Féin leis an bPleanáil Teanga go háitiúil agus ar fud na hÉireann”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has there are still questions to answer over last year’s decision by An Bord Pleanála to grant planning permission for a colossal wind farm development at Lyrenacarriga in West Waterford. McGuinness made the comments after he and fellow Sinn Féin councillor Donnchadh Mulcahy had metContinueContinue reading “Community still seeking answers over An Bord Pleanála decision on Lyrenacarriga – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness paid a visit to Cappoquin Day Care Centre recently, where he met with service users, staff and management. “This is a home away from home for so many people – and a fantastic service for older people all across West Waterford. Huge credit is dueContinueContinue reading “McGuinness visits Cappoquin Day Care Centre”

Over 150 US and Irish firefighters descended on Dungarvan as part of a sponsored cycle to remember their colleagues who died in the September 11th attacks 23 years ago, and to raise money for Irish and American charities.  Speaking to the Dungarvan Leader as the peloton and accompanying motorcade left Dungarvan enroute to Co. Cork,ContinueContinue reading “US and Irish Firefighters arrive in Dungarvan on 9/11 memorial cycle”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has written to the Minister for Education Norma Foley seeking to expedite the delivery of a a new Autism Class at Ballycurrane National School.  McGuinness said: “The delivery of a dedicated Autism Class at Ballycurrane National School would be a game changer for many familiesContinueContinue reading “Autism Class at Ballycurrane NS could be ‘game changer’ for West Waterford families – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the latest CSO figures showing a house price rise of 9.6% demonstrates the urgent need for Sinn Féin’s affordable housing plan to be implemented in Waterford and across the state.  McGuinness said: “The latest CSO property price index shows house prices continuingContinueContinue reading “House price hikes demonstrate urgent need for Sinn Féin’s Affordable Housing Plan – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that lives may well be lost over the refusal by Government to provide funding to dredge Cé Heilbhic. McGuinness said: “Lives and livelihoods are being put at risk by the failure of the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael coalition to provide Waterford CityContinueContinue reading “Cé Heilbhic must be dredged before lives are lost – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has reiterated his call for the Department of Children and TUSLA to make urgent provision for a Family Resource Centre in Dungarvan to serve the town and wider West Waterford Area. He made the comments following a visit to the Family Support Hub in Cappoquin. ContinueContinue reading “Lack of dedicated Family Resource Centre in Co. Waterford ‘symptomatic of wider Government neglect’”

Sinn Féin general election candidate and councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Waterford City and County Council needs to show ambition when it comes to supporting proposals for a public swimming pool in Dungarvan. The West Waterford public representative made the comments after he and party running mate David Cullinane TD held a meetingContinueContinue reading “Ambition needed to deliver public swimming pool for Dungarvan – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has highlighted concerns over an apparent lack of management of Quanns in Dungarvan. He said the Council has questions to answer how the area is managed, including the enforcement of byelaws. McGuinness said: “I have concerns about what is widely perceived as a lack of management andContinueContinue reading “Questions to be answered over management of Quanns – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin council group leader and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that only Sinn Féin’s alternative housing plan will solve Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael’s homeless crisis. The West Waterford representative was commenting as the latest Department of Housing’s homelessness report for July shows record numbers of people in emergency accommodation. McGuinnessContinueContinue reading “Record homelessness, sky high prices and out-of-control rents – only SF can fix Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael’s housing crisis”

Sinn Féin Councillor and general election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has reiterated his call for Education Minister Norma Foley (FF) to ensure students from Ardmore and surrounding areas can get to their secondary schools in Dungarvan. McGuinness spoke at a protest march highlighting the issue that was organised by parents and held in Ardmore onContinueContinue reading “Minister must act to solve Ardmore school bus issue”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor McGuinness has said the final Housing Commission report is further evidence that the coalition parties have failed on housing. He said only a Sinn Féin government can deliver the radical change in housing policy necessary to drag the country of catastrophe.  The Housing Commission was established by Government in 2021 toContinueContinue reading “Housing Commission report further proof that Government parties are failing Waterford”

Labhraíomar leis an gComhairleoir Conor D. McGuinness (Sinn Féin) inniu mar gheall ar a thosaíochtaí don Ghaeilge agus an Ghaeltacht. Tá téarma amháin déanta ag McGuinness agus aitheantas bainte amach aige mar ionadaí gnóthach, gníomhach agus Gaelach. Beidh sé ag seasamh arís sna toghcháin áitiúla ar 7 Meitheamh.  Cén cúlra atá agat ó thaobh na GaeilgeContinueContinue reading “Agallamh: Dushláin móra i dtaobh tithíochta agus seirbhísí poiblí sa Ghaeltacht”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Waterford City and County Council is being forced to ‘throw good money after bad’ on costly roads repairs due to Government cuts to the local authority’s annual roads maintenance budget.  Cllr. McGuinness said: “The roads network in West Waterford is in a very poor state ofContinueContinue reading “Council forced to ‘throw good money after bad’ due to roads funding cuts”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan and the National Transport Authority to ‘do the right thing’ and row back on their ‘disastrous’ changes to the Local Link Route 361, which ran very successfully from Ardmore to Dungarvan, via An Sean Phobal and An Rinn. Cllr. McGuinness said:ContinueContinue reading “Government must row back on disastrous changes to Local Link Route 361 “

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness and the party’s candidate in the Lismore LEA Donnchadh Mulcahy have welcomed confirmation that Waterford will have a budget of €500,000 for the provision of bus shelters and associated infrastructure across the county. They called on Council management to get moving on delivering shelters and seating at shelters atContinueContinue reading “Time to get moving on bus shelters for Co. Waterford – Sinn Féin”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on Waterford City and County Council to drive the delivery of affordable serviced sites across Co. Waterford. He made the comments following the February meeting of the local authority held in City Hall.  McGuinness said: “The affordable services sites scheme is designed to make sites available toContinueContinue reading “McGuinness calls for movement on Affordable Serviced Sites scheme”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has accused the Government of ‘trying to mislead the public with its Quarter 4 Housing Progress Report.’  McGuinness said: “No amount of Government spin can hide the lack of progress on housing and the litany of missed targets. “The Government’s monthly so-called ‘progress’ reports on housing are becoming increasinglyContinueContinue reading “No amount of Government spin can hide lack of progress on housing and litany of missed targets – Sinn Féin”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness is seeking support for a petition calling on the Council to develop a public swimming facility in Dungarvan. The West Waterford representative has been campaigning over recent years for a public swimming pool to be developed in the town.  McGuinness said: “I have been campaigning for a public swimmingContinueContinue reading “McGuinness seeks support for Dungarva Public Swimming Pool petition”

There is a need for improved and more accessible mental health supports for individuals and communities across West Waterford according to Donnchadh Mulcahy and Conor D. McGuinness. The call was made at the launch of their discussion document ‘Mental Health: A Silent Crisis’, which examines attitudes and services in West Waterford and makes recommendations forContinueContinue reading “Call for improved mental health supports for West Waterford”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on Government to introduce specific measures to  support farmers in Waterford and across the state. Continued heavy rainfall has further delayed turnout of livestock and planting, and it is expected that challenging conditions could continue. Many farmers are now facing financial strain as a result of the impactContinueContinue reading “Government response to weather conditions affecting farmers not good enough – Cllr Conor McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Government policy is pushing up house prices in Co. Waterford, making it more difficult for young couples and families to secure a home. The Dungarvan councillor said that Government had missed all its own housing targets again this year, while house price inflation continues to accelerate.ContinueContinue reading “Government housing policy is pushing up Co. Waterford house prices – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has highlighted issues facing dental care patients in Dungarvan and Co. Waterford, and called on the Minister for Health to take urgent and strategic action to reduce waits for dental care. He made the comments during the April meeting of the HSE Regional Health Forum, where he was theContinueContinue reading “McGuinness raises dental care issues affecting Dungarvan and Co. Waterford”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has urged the Minister for Housing to do all in his power to avoid delays in progressing a number of housing developments in the Dungarvan area. He made the comments following the April meeting of the Dungarvan-Lismore district council.  McGuinness said: “While its positive that the Department of HosuingContinueContinue reading “Dungarvan housing developments cannot not come quickly enough – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has launched a discussion document on a Family Resource Centre in Dungarvan and reiterated his call for the Department of Children and TUSLA to make urgent provision for a centre the town and wider West Waterford Area. The launch was attended by Sinn Féin spokesperson on Children and candidate forContinueContinue reading “McGuinness launches roadmap for Family Resource Centre to serve Dungarvan and Co. Waterford”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on Government to increase funding for grants to adapt homes for older people, or those with disabilities or chronic illnesses. The Councillor made the call are waiting lists for adaption works persist for applicants in both private and social houses.  McGuinness said: “The current waiting times forContinueContinue reading “McGuinness calls for Government ‘ cash injection’ to address adaption grant backlog”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has has said that he is hopeful for progress on the proposed social and affordable homes in Ardmore. He has consistently raised the need for housing solutions in the area focussed on local people, and has been working with the community, Council officials and others to advance the project. ContinueContinue reading “McGuinness hopeful for progress on Ardmore social and affordable homes”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the new political interest being shown in dredging Cé Heilbhic is welcome however the solution to the impasse remains the same. He said that Fianna Fáil Minister Charlie McConalogue and his Fine Gael and Green Party junior ministers must amend their regulations in order to allowContinueContinue reading “New political interest in dredging Cé Healthic welcome but solution remains the same – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Waterford is one of only two local authorities in the state not to have received any funding under the €61m Fire Services Capital Programme during the period 2019 – 2024, according to figures released to Sinn Féin by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.ContinueContinue reading “Figures reveal zero funding for Waterford’s fire stations – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that his party stands with family farmers and rural communities as he expressed solidarity with farmers protesting in Ireland as part of the IFA ‘Enough is Enough’ campaign. he made the comments after meeting a deputation of farmers from across Waterford at City Hall this month.  McGuinnessContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin stands with family farmers and rural communities – Cllr Conor McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that his party stands with family farmers and rural communities as he expressed solidarity with farmers protesting in Ireland as part of the IFA ‘Enough is Enough’ campaign. he made the comments after meeting a deputation of farmers from across Waterford at City Hall this month.  McGuinnessContinueContinue reading “Sinn Féin stands with family farmers and rural communities – Cllr Conor McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on the Council to get working on delivering dedicated housing schemes for older people. He made the comments as a new scheme for older people seeking to ‘downsize’ was passed at the Council’s March meeting.  McGuinness said: “There is a clear and growing need for dedicated housingContinueContinue reading “Clear need for dedicated older person’s housing schemes in Dungarvan and West Waterford – Cllr Conor McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor McGuiness has urged the government to give renters a break and back his party’s proposals to address the crisis in the rental market. A Sinn Féin motion will be debated in the Oireachtas this week which calls for a rescue package to give renters a much-needed break. McGuinness said: “This housingContinueContinue reading “Give Waterford renters a break; Sinn Féin sets out plan to address sky-high rents – McGuinness”

The petition calling on Waterford City and County Council to begin developing a public swimming pool in Dungarvan has attracted almost 2,000 signatures. The petition is still open and all residents of  West Waterford are encouraged to add their names to the growing demand for a public pool.  Dungarvan Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has been campaigningContinueContinue reading “‘Public swimming pool for Dungarvan’ petition attracts almost 2,000 signatures”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Uisce Éireann must be held to account for the disruption and damage causes by the mains replacement works carried out in Dungarvan over recent months. The Dungarvan representative has been highly critical of the water utility over its lack of accountability. He has also slammed theContinueContinue reading “McGuinness: Uisce Éireann must repair damage to public and private property in Dungarvan”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called for a standalone fund to be made available to tackle rising damp and related issues affecting much of Waterford City and County Council’s housing stock. McGuinness is the leader of Sinn Féin’s council group in Waterford and representes the party on the Housing committee.  McGuinness said: “DampnessContinueContinue reading “Time to tackle rising damp in Co. Waterford’s council housing stock – Sinn Féin”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on Waterford City and County Council to ‘get to grips’ with the many parking pay stations in the town that are frequently out-of-order.  McGuinness said: “The frequency with which parking pay stations are out-of-order in Dungarvan and Abbeyside is causing confusion and inconvenience across the town, forContinueContinue reading “Out-of-order pay stations causing ‘confusion and inconvenience’ across Dungarvan – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the ‘hands-off’ approach of the Minister for Housing in relation to the proposed affordable and social housing scheme in Ardmore is ‘deeply concerning’ and that it ‘flies in the face’ of what Fianna Fáil has been telling people locally.  McGuinness made the comments having written toContinueContinue reading “Housing Minister’s hands-off approach to Ardmore affordable housing ‘deeply concerning’ – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness, has said that spiralling house prices confirm that the Government’s housing plan is failing. The Central Statistics Office’s Residential Property Price Index  shows that house prices in 2023 breached their previous Celtic Tiger peak and that new house prices have increased by 9%, while the most recent published data fromContinueContinue reading “Spiralling rents and house prices confirm Government housing plan failing Waterford – McGuinness”

8 November 2023 Introduction I propose that Dungarvan Boxing Club is afforded a Cathaoirleach Reception in recognition of recent achievements at local, national and international level. I believe this would be an appropriate way to recognise these achievements. There has been much to celebrate over the last year including: Club member Ava Lannon – IrishContinueContinue reading “Proposal for a Cathaoirleach Reception”

We gather at this time of the year, to recommit ourselves to the cause of the independence, sovereignty and unity of Ireland and to an all-Ireland republic based on equality and social justice. 108 years ago, Irish republicans, socialists, feminists, and Irish language activists coalesced in a great revolutionary effort to liberate Ireland and establishContinueContinue reading “Speech: Easter 2024, Dungarvan”

a chairde I want to say a few words this afternoon as we remember Bill Lennon and unveil this fine and fitting memorial to this man and his life. Ba mhaith liom ar an gcéad dul síos fáilte mór a chuir roimh chlann Bill. Is mór an rud go bhfuil sibh anseo inar dteannta inniu.ContinueContinue reading “Speech: Vol. Bill Lennon commemoration”

Tá imní léirithe ag an gComhairleoir Conor D. McGuinness mar gheall ar todhchaí Oifig an Phoist i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Tá an ionadaí poiblí de chuid Shinn Féin tar éis scríobh chuig na hAirí Cumarsáide agus Gaeltachta maraon le príomhfheidhmeannaigh an chomhlacht leathstáít ag iarraidh orthu cinntiu go bheidh oifig an phoist ar fáil doContinueContinue reading “Imní Léirithe ag McGuinness mar gheall ar todhchaí Oifig Poist sa Rinn”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed the announcement of €320,000 funding by the NTA to construct a footpath between Ballinroad cross and the Clonea Roundabout.  McGuinness said “I am delighted that the NTA has finally announced funding for this long-awaited and much needed project.  “This footpath should have been delivered a decade orContinueContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes funding announcement for long-awaited Ballinroad footpath”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has confirmed that Waterford City and County Council is currently seeking expressions of interest for the affordable element of the long awaited social and affordable housing scheme for Ardmore. The project has been beset with complications and delays. In September this year the Department of Housing signalled its unwillingnessContinueContinue reading “Council seeking Expressions of Interest for Ardmore affordable houses – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on Government to assist Waterford City and County Council with its storm damage bill.  “I am calling on Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan to provide Waterford Council with €7.5m to offset the projected bill to repair damage to roads in Waterford caused by recent weather events includingContinueContinue reading “Government must assist Council with €7.5m bill for storm damage to roads”

The leader of the Sinn Féin group on Waterford City and County Council has said that he is hopeful that Sinn Féin will make significant gains in next year’s local elections. Cllr Conor D. McGuinness confirmed that he will seek re-election as he made the comments ahead of the party’s Ard Fheis taking place thisContinueContinue reading “McGuinness hopeful of ‘significant’ Sinn Féin gains in next year’s local elections”