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Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed news that the strike action by cleaning and support staff at UHW has ended following talks at the Workplace Relations Commission last week. McGuinness is a member of the Regional Health Forum and a committee member of the Dungarvan branch of Unite trade union. McGuinness said: “CleaningContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes resolution in UHW industrial dispute”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that funding, Garda resources and political will are necessary to tackle a ‘huge escalation’ in drug-related intimidation. He made the comments in the presence of Senior Garda management at a recent meeting of the Waterford Joint Policing Committee. McGuinness said: There has been a huge escalation inContinue reading “Growing issue of drug-related intimidation must be tackled – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that resources must be made available to make good on the commitment from the Garda Commissioner Drew Harris to address the issue of low Garda visibility in rural Co. Waterford. He made the comments at the quarterly Joint Policing Committee meeting in Waterford. McGuinness said: “I questionedContinue reading “Resources must follow Commissioner’s commitment on rural garda stations – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has written to the chief executive of Waterford City and County Council outlining the approach the local authority should take to respond to the unfolding COVID-19 crisis. McGuinness said: “Public bodies and public representatives have to walk a fine line between alarmism and taking sensible and timely precautions.We willContinue reading “McGuinness calls for Council ‘action and preparedness’ to face threat from Covid-19”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has published his submission on the Government’s revised Wind Energy Development Guidelines, which were subject to a public consultation over recent weeks. Please note the guidelines only relate to land-based wind energy development. Click below to view the submission document.

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Waterford Council’s newly adopted policy on single-use plastics is a step in the right direction.  McGuinness siad: This policy commits Waterford Council to sourcing alternatives to single-use plastics across its departments and services. The Council will now require its suppliers and partners to end their useContinue reading “New Council policy on single-use plastics ‘a step in the right direction’ – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the council must have a zero-tolerance approach to criminality and anti-social behaviour, and that all agencies have an obligation to work together to keep people safe and secure.  “There has been a number of unrelated and very serious incidences of violence and threaten gin behaviour inContinue reading “McGuinness comments on criminality and anti-social behaviour”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has questioned why Waterford Council has not yet deployed mobile CCTV in an effort to tackle illegal dumping, littering and dog fouling in West Waterford, despite council’s in neighbouring counties having used the tactic to great success. McGuinness has suggested the use of mobile CCTV at a number ofContinue reading “Deploy mobile CCTV to tackle illegal dumping and dog fouling – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has requested the Coucil submit a Specific Improvement Grant application to acquire funds to construct a footpath running from the church in Ballinroad to the Clonea roundabout.  McGuinness said:  “There is a clear need for a footpath along this busy stretch of road. This has been the case forContinue reading “Grant application necessary to fund Ballinroad footpath – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed a commitment that work will soon commence to repair lights on the bridge in Lismore that have been out of order for several months. McGuinness said: “I have raised this issue with the roads department at a number of meetings and I am glad that work willContinue reading “Progress on fixing Lismore lights welcome – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed the publication of a new voluntary code of conduct on social media for councillors in Waterford. The West Waterford councillor spoke in favour of the proposal in the Council chamber last month.  McGuinness said: “In a week where the impact of personalised social media commentary has comeContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes social media code of conduct for councillors”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conro D. McGuinness has welcomed an indication from the Southern Regional Assembly that it will make a submission as part of the ongoing consultation on the Government’s draft Wind Energy Guidelines. McGuinness was recently elected to the Assembly and attended his first meeting this week.  McGuinness said:  “The Southern Regional Assembly isContinue reading “Southern Regional Assembly to make submission on Wind Energy Guidelines – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has raised the need for additional bus shelters at Davitt’s Quay with officials from the Department of Transport during the February meeting of the Souther Regional Assembly in Waterford.  McGuinness said: “Three bus operators currently use the bus stops at Davitt’s Quay including the hugely popular LocalLink service. PublicContinue reading “McGuinness raises bus shelter issue with Department of Transport”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the planned strengthening works to be carried our on Scanlon’s Yard provides an opportunity to reconfigure the car park there.  McGuinness said: “I have raised the issue of the configuration of Scanlon’s Yard car park regularly. Anyone who uses the car park will know that theContinue reading “Surface works at Scanlon’s yard provides opportunity to reconfigure parking spaces – McGuinness”

Chuir an Comhairleoir de chuid Shinn Féin Conor D. McGuinness in iúil go mbeidh obair á dhéanamh go luath chun dromchla bóthair a neartú ar an R 674 idir Crosaire na Léithe go Crosaire Roberts faoi Clár Neartú Bothar 2020 Comhairle Phort Lairge. Sinn Féin Councillor Conor McGuinness has welcomed the inclusion of strengthening worksContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes strengthening works on R674 – An Rinn”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has written to the Environmental Protection Agency to request on-site monitoring of air quality in Dungarvan.  McGuinness said: The EPA manages the national ambient air quality network. The agency also measures the levels of atmospheric pollutants such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide and particulate matter. All ofContinue reading “McGuinness requests EPA air quality monitoring for Dungarvan”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has hailed what he described as a ‘historic’ election result for Sinn Féin across the state. McGuinness was part of David Cullinane’s election directorate and also served as Director of Elections for the party’s Cork East candidate Pat Buckley TD. Both outgoing TDs were elected on the first countContinue reading “McGuinness hails ‘historic victory’ for Sinn Féin”

Sinn Féin TD and general election candidate David Cullinane has said that Sinn Féin in Government will stand up for the Irish fishing industry and begin the work of undoing decades of neglect and disinterest from successive Governments. He Made the comments in Cé Heilbhic, where he met with local fishermen and discussed Sinn Féin’sContinue reading “Sinn Féin will stand up for Waterford fishermen and Coastal Communities”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the €14.5 million cut to Waterford Council’s budget means there is no solution in sight to address the ‘dire state’ of the footpaths in Dungarvan and Abbeyside.  McGuinness said: “The multi-million euro cut to Waterford’s budget that was accepted by Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and LabourContinue reading “Budget cuts mean no solution in sight for Dungarvan’s footpaths – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has hit out at Fianna Fáil over the fact that Waterford Council’s committee on housing has been ‘effectively suspended in the midst of a housing and homelessness crisis.’ McGuinness said: “The Council committee with oversight on housing has met only twice in the past year. It has only metContinue reading “Council housing committee ‘effectively suspended’ by Fianna Fáil – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has written to the Environmental Protection Agency to request on-site monitoring of air quality in Dungarvan.  McGuinness said: The EPA manages the national ambient air quality network. The agency also measures the levels of atmospheric pollutants such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide and particulate matter. All ofContinue reading “McGuinness requests EPA air quality monitoring for Dungarvan”

Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed confirmation from the Council that a workshop on the proposed new wind energy guidelines will take place this month. The Sinn Féin representative had requested the workshop and a cross-party submission a number of weeks ago.  McGuinness said: “I want to see an all-of-Waterford submission on the proposed newContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes workshop on wind energy guidelines”

Chuir Conor D. McGuinness fáilte roimh mhaoiniú ó Fhoras na Gaeilge i gcomhair Féile Bia Thiar Phort Láirge. Bronnadh an maoiniú faoi Scéim na bhFéilte, scéim a sholáthraíonn maoiniú d’ábhair agus imeachtaí Gaeilge i bhféilte. Ba é Féile Bia Thiar Phort Láirge an t-aon iarratasóir ó Chontae Phort Láirge.

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Fine Gael has run out of ideas for the Irish agriculture sector and for rural communities.  Speaking in response to the Fine Gael agriculture ‘proposals’ this week McGuinness said: “Fine Gael are promising more of the same at a time when many farmers fear for theirContinue reading “Fine Gael has run out of ideas for Irish Farming – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called for all Waterford councillors to work together and make a joint ‘all-of-Waterford’ submission regarding the review of the Government’s Wind Energy Development Guidelines that is currently underway.  McGuinness said: The 2006 guidelines are almost a decade and a half out of date. There has been significant advancesContinue reading “McGuinness calls for all-of-Waterford submission on Wind Energy Guidelines”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness will represent Ireland on the EU body tasked with giving local government a voice at European level. The Committee of the Regions (CoR) is comprised of 350 councillors from across Europe and is oneof the democratic institutions of the the European Union. It plays a part in the formulationContinue reading “Waterford Councillor to represent Ireland in Europe on EU Committee of the Regions”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called for Waterford Council to promote the Improvement Works In Lieu scheme (IWIL), which allows local authorities to improve or extend privately owned houses as an alternative to providing a council house. The local authority carries out the work and the occupier pays the council back over aContinue reading “‘Improvement Works in Lieu’ scheme can help relieve housing pressures in rural Waterford”

West Waterford Sinn Féin has received a huge response to its dignity packs for the homeless appeal. The project sought to gather toiletries and essential personal items for homeless people and thanks to the generosity of all who contributed 100 packs have been made and will be distributed via homeless charities over the coming days. Continue reading “Huge reaction to homeless Dignity Packs appeal”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has slammed a cut of at least €600,000 to the Council’s Housing Department in the 2020 Budget.  McGuinness said:  “The Council took in €600,000 extra in rents in 2019 and the same amount has been budgeted for next year, but this money is being cut from the housing budgetContinue reading “McGuinness slams 600k cut to Council’s housing budget”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has criticised the rates increase of 2.5% which will hit small and medium enterprises, and questioned the legal and administrative basis for a proposed rebate scheme.  McGuinness said: “Sinn Féin councillors were alone in their opposition to the rates increases, which will impact on small and medium enterprises acrossContinue reading “Sinn Féin opposes rates increases for local SMEs – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that a new bye-law is required to combat vandalism and theft of essential life-saving equipment such as defibrillators and ring-buoys. McGuinness said: “Over the past twelve months we have seen several local instances of vandalism and theft of emergency life-saving equipment. Over recent days there have beenContinue reading “Time for bye-law to protect life saving equipment in public places – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed the publication of a bill that will provide for a statutory entitlement of up to ten days paid leave for persons experiencing domestic violence. The Bill was introduced in the Dáil this week by Sinn Féin, and is is being supported by a number of trade unionsContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes publication of legislation for domestic violence leave”

Conor McGuinness, Sinn Féin council group leader, said this evening that the party did not, and could not, support the proposed austerity budget for Waterford tonight, adding that it is investment and not cuts that are needed. Councillor McGuinness said: “Since the May election Sinn Féin has worked constructively with a wide range of groupsContinue reading “Sinn Féin Councillors hold firm and stand up for Waterford – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin group leader on Waterford City and County Council Conor D. McGuinness has expressed his disappointment at the failure of Government to address the budget crisis facing the local authority. He made the comments following a meeting with local government minister John Paul Phelan this afternoon. “Government created this crisis and are content toContinue reading “McGuinness ‘disappointed’ with government failure to address budget crisis”

Sinn Féin has rejected a proposed budget that includes cuts and rates increases as a result of the confidence and supply government’s fiasco on Irish Water rates, and instead reiterated the call for a meeting with the Minister responsible to seek a solution to the budgetary crisis he created. Sinn Féin group leader on WaterfordContinue reading “SF rejects savage Government cuts & rates increases for Waterford”

Sinn Féin has rejected a proposed budget that includes cuts and rates increases as a result of the confidence and supply government’s fiasco on Irish Water rates, and instead reiterated the call for a meeting with the Minister responsible to seek a solution to the budgetary crisis he created. Sinn Féin group leader on WaterfordContinue reading “SF reject savage government cuts & rates increases for Waterford”

A Mhéara,  I want to thank the finance team for their work, availability and professionalism over recent weeks. This Council however is a political institution, and we are tasked with Mmaking political decisions here, in the interest of  the people we are elected to serve.  The Sinn Féin council group will not be supporting theContinue reading “Cllr Conor McGuinness: full comments from Waterford Council budget meeting”

Sinn Féin council group leader Conor McGuinness has called for an Emergency Meeting of Waterford City and County Council to be convened ‘with the utmost urgency’ to discuss the ‘weak and inadequate’ response from Government to the cut it has made to the local authorities budget.   McGuinness said: “We met in emergency session whenContinue reading “McGuinness: Sinn Féin seeks emergency meeting in wake of ‘weak and inadequate’ Government response”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil ‘confidence and supply’ government will spend more money on rent subsidies than on house building in 2020. He made the comments at the Sinn Féin Ard Fheis in Derry, where he secured the support of the party for an immediateContinue reading “Government spending more on rent subsidies than house building – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor and Joint Policing Committee member Conor D. McGuinness has said that a focus on securing convictions for minor infractions is drawing scarce resources from tackling more serious drug dealing in West Waterford. He said that the failure by Government to adequately fund the National Drugs Strategy is contributing to a growing drugsContinue reading “€15 cannabis convictions distracting from serious drug dealing in West Waterford – McGuinness  “

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the views of people in the South East must not be ignored by Government as it puts together a framework for marine planning.  McGuinness said: “The Government has formally launched the consultation on the Draft National Marine Planning Framework, which will underpin future development at seaContinue reading “McGuinness: South East ignored when it comes to marine planning”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed movement by Waterford City and County Council on the development of a Tree Management Plan. McGuinness said: “Earlier today the Council’s strategic policy committee on the Environment, Biodiversity and Climate Action discussed my proposal for a Tree Management Plan and agreed to begin work in developing thisContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes long awaited movement on Tree Management Plan”

Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane has been unanimously selected as the Sinn Féin candidate to contest the next General Election. At a packed convention held in Waterford City, Deputy Cullinane was strongly supported by Sinn Féin members and local councillors. Sinn Féin Vice President Michelle O’Neill addressed the convention. Speaking at the convention, Deputy CullinaneContinue reading “I will continue to be a strong voice for Waterford and hard working families – David Cullinane TD”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that a lack of resources for community mental health services is to blame for the overcrowd in the Department of Psychiatry at University Hospital Waterford. He made the comments following a meeting with representatives of the Psychiatric Nurses Association (PNA) and in the wake of growing controversyContinue reading “Lack of resources for community mental health to blame for Psychiatry Dept. overcrowding – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has given a guarded welcome to the new Climate Action Charter for Local Authorities, which commits the local government sector to driving forward meaningful climate action in their communities. He warned, however, that the charter is meaningless unless funding is made available to implement the measures it contains.  McGuinnessContinue reading “Climate Action Charter meaningless unless accompanied by funding – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the onus is now on the confidence and supply Government parties of Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil to fill the gap in Waterford’s finances which has arisen as a result of their decisions at national level.  McGuinness said: “Waterford Council cannot be expected to do theContinue reading “Onus on government parties to fill €3.3 million budget gap – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the Housing Assistance Payment scheme is dysfunctional and is failing families in West Waterford. McGuinness said: “There is a shortage of available and affordable accommodation in Dungarvan. Population growth coupled with economic growth has meant that rents and house prices and rents are rising faster thanContinue reading “Dysfunctional HAP scheme is failing families – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES), which is currently being finalised, needs to include housing as a key priority. McGuinness said: “I have made a comprehensive submission to the Southern Regional Authority regarding their draft plan. My submission calls for the development of sufficient quantityContinue reading “Regional economic strategy needs to include housing as a key priority – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has hit out at plans to construct two 182m wind turbines in the Waterford Gaeltacht and has said that its now more urgent than ever that work begins on a new County Development Plan.  McGuinness said:  “It’s clear that there are advanced plans by a German-based investor to situateContinue reading “Development Plan update urgently required to protect communities from industrial turbines – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed cross party support for a motion of support for school secretaries who are currently engaged in an industrial dispute for fairness when it comes to pay and conditions.  McGuinness said:  “School Secretaries play pivotal roles in our school communities. The country’s 3,500 School Secretaries are the firstContinue reading “Council gives backing to school secretaries campaign – McGuinness”

Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that Dungarvan must not be afforded second class status in the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES) that is currently being developed. In a submission to the Southern Regional Assembly the Sinn Féin councillor also called for community and recreational infrastructure to be seen as a strategic priority forContinue reading “Dungarvan must not be afforded second class status in Regional Plan – McGuinness”

Submission to the Southern Regional Assembly in relation to the Draft Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy for the Southern Region and the Public Consultation on the Proposed Material Amendments to same.   Cllr. Conor D. McGuinness Waterford City and County Council   I want to commend the members and officials of the Southern Regional AssemblyContinue reading “Submission – Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy”

A majority of Waterford City and County councillors have voted for no increase to the Local Property Tax (LPT) for 2020. The Council majority, made up of Sinn Féin, Independent, Labour and Green Party councillors, voted for a freeze on the LPT rate for the coming year. Council Chief Executive Michael Walsh had sought aContinue reading “Council votes for Local Property Tax freeze – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has called on the Minister for Education Joe McHugh TD to meet the very reasonable demands of School Secretaries who are fighting for respect and fairness in work. McGuinness made the call after joining school secretaries at the gates of St. Joseph’s and Scoil Náisiúnta na Rinne on Friday Morning.  SecretariesContinue reading “Time for Government to treat school secretaries with respect – McGuinness”

Waterford City and County Council has given its backing to the annual Make Way Day campaign that was initiated by the Disability Federation of Ireland in recent years. The support came on foot of a motion brought to Council by Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness.  McGuinness said:  “Make Way Day is a campaign thatContinue reading “#MakeWayDay campaign gets Council backing – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed confirmation from the HSE that they are actively reviewing locations for a Primary Care Centre in Youghal. McGuinness was speaking at a meeting of the Regional Health Forum in Cork City where he raised the need to accessible health care services for rural communities in West Waterford.Continue reading “McGuinness welcomes HSE plans for Youghal Primary Care Centre”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed unanimous backing for his motion opposing the controversial Mercosur trade deal between the EU and a number of South American countries. McGuinness said: “There has been strong and vocal opposition to the proposed Mercosur Trade Deal over recent months, with serious concerns expressed by prominent environmental expertsContinue reading “Waterford united in opposition to Mercosur deal – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed unanimous backing for his motion opposing the controversial Mercosur trade deal between the EU and a number of South American countries. McGuinness said: “There has been strong and vocal opposition to the proposed Mercosur Trade Deal over recent months, with serious concerns expressed by prominent environmental expertsContinue reading “Waterford unanimous in opposition to Mercosur deal – McGuinness”

There is a growing demand for a public swimming pool in Dungarvan to serve residents of the town and West Waterford more generally. I believe Dungarvan not only deserves, but also needs, its own 25m public swimming pool. A public swimming pool would provide an essential piece of sports infrastructure and a fantastic public amenityContinue reading “McGuinness: It’s time for a public swimming pool in Dungarvan”

Waterford’s Sinn Féin elected representatives have co-signed a letter to the Garda Commissioner and the Minister for Justice calling for a rethink on proposed Garda reform plans that will be detrimental to policing and public safety in Co. Waterford. David Cullinane and Councillors Breda Brennan, Declan Clune, Jim Griffin, John Hearne and Conor McGuinness addedContinue reading “Dungarvan Councillor backs cross-party letter of concern on Garda reform”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed the the publication this week of the Beef Price Transparency Bill 2019 by Sinn Féin. The Bill, if passed, will provide much needed transparency for Irish farmers with regard to beef pricing through the establishment of a beef market observatory designed to report on cattle prices onContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes Bill on Beef Price Transparency”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has said that a number of pubs in Youghal are using ‘bring banks’ in West Waterford to dispose of empty bottles and waste glass. McGuinness said: “It has become apparent over the past number of months that several pubs in Youghal have been making use of the glass recyclingContinue reading “Youghal Pubs using Co. Waterford bottle banks to dispose of waste glass – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness secured the unanimous support of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council for his motion calling for the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to make funding available for dredging at Cé Heilbhic fisheries harbour. McGuinness said: “Not only is Cé Heilbhic an important fishing harbour that provides employment locally, it alsoContinue reading “McGuinness secures cross-party call for Minister to act on Heilbhic dredging”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness lead Dungarvan-Lismore Council in congratulating Co. Waterford man Edmond Phelan on his recent election as President of the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association. McGuinness said: “I invite my fellow Councillors to join with me in congratulating a Co. Waterford man, who has recently been elected President of oneContinue reading “McGuinness Congratulates Waterford man on election as ICSA President “

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has expressed grave concerns that children and families waiting up to twelve months for an initial autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnostic assessments and other initial consultations will be forced to wait considerably longer before being seen, as the HSE seek to merge the waiting list for Waterford into aContinue reading “HSE plans will see child psychology waiting times increase in Waterford – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed a commitment by Energia to consult with the local fishing industry before commencing any survey works off the West Waterford coastline. Energia Group have recently applied for a site investigation licence to carry out a preliminary survey regarding the possibility of locating an offshore wind energy farmContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes commitment by Energia to consult with fishermen on offshore wind farm”

Sinn Fein Councillor Conor D. McGuinness has described the recently published Mental Health commission reports as a powerful indictment of a system that fails to meet the needs of patients or to protect their rights.    McGuinness said:   “The Mental Health Commission launched its annual Report for 2018 last week, which found a ‘significantContinue reading “Mental Health report shows system is failing Waterford – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin group leader on Waterford Council Conor D. McGuinness has hailed the formation of a Progressive Alliance on Waterford City and County Council. The Alliance is made up of Sinn Féin, Labour, the Greens, and Independents. This follows a refusal by Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to embrace the D’Hondt system to ensure fairContinue reading “Sinn Féin secures Progressive Council in Waterford – McGuinness”

Neasa de Paor, Aisling de Grás and Conor D. McGuinness A petition has been submitted to Waterford Council calling on the CEO to take immediate action to address the situation in Cé Heilbhic, where boats are prevented from entering or leaving the harbour at times due to a build up of sand. A public meeting wasContinue reading “Petition calls for immediate dredging in Heilbhic on safety grounds”

Tá achainí curtha isteach chuig an gComhairle ag iarraidh ar an bPríomhfheidhmeannach dul i ngleic leis an ngéarchéim i Heilbhic láithreach. Ní feidir le báid teacht nó imeacht ón gcuan ag brath ar an taoide. Pléadh an ábhar ag cruinniú poiblí ar an gcé tráthnóna dé hAoine agus nochtaigh iascairí agus a gclanne a mbuairtContinue reading “Achainí ag lorg dreidireacht i Heilbhic ar bhonn sábháilteachta”

Sinn Féin area representative Conor McGuinness has welcomed the €50 million exceptional aid fund for Irish beef farmers announced by the European Commission, to be topped up to a total amount of €100m by the Irish government in order to compensate the sector for the negative impacts of Brexit. However, McGuinness cautioned that the crisisContinue reading “McGuinness welcomes supports for Waterford farmers but maintains call for a Brexit relief fund”

Tá ‘Forógra Gaeltachta’ seolta ag an iarrthóir Shinn Fein sna toghchán áitiúil Conor D. McGuinness lena mholtaí agus tosaíochtaí i dtaobh An Rinn agus an Sean Phobal. Dúirt McGuinness: “Táim tiomanta seasamh le muintir na Gaeltachta agus troid ar son chearta teangan do lucht labhartha na Gaelainne laistigh agus lasmuigh den Ghaeltacht. Dá dtoghfaí méContinue reading “‘Forógra Gaeltachta’ seolta ag McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has criticised the continued delay with the rollout of Eir’s 300k rural fibre broadband to Clashmore. “The target date for completion has been put back time and time again as Eir continues to shift the goalposts. Residents of the village are rightly frustrated and angry. “I haveContinue reading “McGuinness sharply critical of ongoing broadband delay in Clashmore “

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for an accessibility audit to take place across Dungarvan and West Waterford as a matter of urgency. McGuinness said: “Everyone should be able to use our public buildings and amenities, our footpaths and paved areas without facing barriers and obstacles, or the fear of falling.Continue reading “McGuinness calls for Accessibility Audit for West Waterford “

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has launched a policy paper aimed at tackling rural crime in West Waterford. The full paper, which was prepared by Sinn Féin spokesperson on Justice Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire and MEP Liadh Ní Riada, is available below and details the proactive policy measures that can be taken at localContinue reading “Policy paper on combatting rural crime shows the need for change in West Waterford – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for a mid-term review of the Culture band Creativity Strategy for Waterford City and County and for a fairer and more transparent allocation of funding to ensure West Waterford isn’t disadvantaged. “Waterford is blessed with a vibrant cultural and creative sector, from internationally recognised festivals, toContinue reading “McGuinness calls for Culture Strategy review and fairer allocation of funding to West Waterford”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that Waterford Council is falling far short of its Energy Efficiency targets and that the local authority is on course to miss its commitment of an energy saving of 33 percent by 2020. McGuinness said “This report, compiled from the Council’s own data, is aContinue reading “Waterford Council falling short on energy efficiency targets – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has written to Waterford Council requesting further works to improve sight lines for cars exiting the estate, and to consider additional traffic calming measures close the entrance. “There is an issue with line of sight when exiting the estate and the straight stretch from the entrance allowsContinue reading “McGuinness requests works to address sight lines and speed at Tournore Park”

Local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that the problem of drug abuse and anti-social behaviour needs to be addressed as a matter of urgency. The Sinn Féin representative said: “Much has been said about the very real fear felt in rural communities due to an increase in thefts and the decrease in GardaContinue reading “Time to talk about anti-social behaviour and drug abuse in Dungarvan – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for urgent upgrade works to take place at Heilbhic Pier. He said: “The pier at Heilbhic has been neglected over the years in terms of investment and development, not only has this hampered the fishing industry locally, but it has also added more risk andContinue reading “Neglect of Heilbhic Pier must end – McGuinness”

Tá sé geallta ag Conor D. McGuinness, iarrthóir áitiúil de chuid Shinn Féin, go mbeidh sé mar ghuth nua agus guth láidir do mhuintir na Gaeltachta. Ag labhairt i ndiaidh crúinniú boird Fhoras na Gaeilge a reachtálfar i gColáiste na Rinne dúirt McGuinness go ndéanfaidh sé a ndícheall tacú le cur chun cinn na GaeilgeContinue reading “Guth láidir don Ghaeltacht geallta ag McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that the vision of the 1916 proclamation has yet to be fulfilled. He made the comments at Heilbhic where he laid a wreath at the 1916 monument in honour of those who fought and died for Irish freedom. He said: “Every year Republicans pay tributeContinue reading “Conflict belongs in the past. Irish Unity will only come about through dialogue  – McGuinness “

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has written to Waterford Council requesting further works to improve sight lines for cars exiting the estate, and to consider additional traffic calming measures close the entrance. “There is an issue with line of sight when exiting the estate and the straight stretch from the entrance allowsContinue reading “McGuinness requests works to address sight lines and speed at Tournore Park”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for a ‘rethink’ on the configuration of Murphy Place in Abbeyside. He said: “Many residents of Murphy Place have complained to me about problems in the estate caused by the installation of a raised footpath and parking spaces, which effectively divide the estate in two.Continue reading “Rethink needed on Murphy Place configuration – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada and Conor D. McGuinness at the manifesto launch in Cork Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for action to be taken locally and at national level to tackle climate change, but warned against any imposition of increased carbon tax on households. He made the commentsContinue reading “McGuinness calls for local climate action at manifesto launch”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has expressed concern at the Council’s apparent dependence on contractors to undertake routine maintenance and repair works. McGuinness said: ‘It has become apparent that Waterford City and County Council is dependent on contractors to fulfil many of its routine maintenance and repair works in Dungarvan and surroundingContinue reading “McGuinness expresses concern over Council dependence on contractors”

 Speaking at the launch of his discussion document on mental health services and attitudes in Dungarvan, Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness said that communities in West Waterford are being failed by an inadequate and under-resourced mental health service. McGuinness said: “My research into mental health services and attitudes in West Waterford showsContinue reading “Local action key to promoting positive mental health – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed funding of €562,000 for a project in Abbeyside under the OPW’s Minor Flood Mitigation and Coastal Protection Scheme. McGuinness said: “This funding is long overdue and will go towards new infrastructure aimed at reducing the risk of fluvial flooding occurring in the Tournore, Sallybrook, Monksfield,Continue reading “McGuinness welcomes €562,000 flood works for Abbeyside”

Conor D. McGuinness and Liadh Ní Riada MEP   Chuir an ionadaí áitiúil de chuid Shinn Féin Conor D. McGuinness fáilte roimh mhaoiniú €112,500 chun oibreacha a bhaint amach ar Ché Heilbhic, ach dúirt sé gur cheart tús áite a thabhairt do dhreidireacht ar mhaithe leis an earnáil iascaireachta áitiúil. Dúirt McGuinness: “Tá sé tharContinue reading “Caithfidh dreidireacht bheith mar thosaíocht agus €112,500 á chaitheamh ar Ché Heilbhic – McGuinness”

Conor D. McGuinness has confirmed details of the guest speakers at the launch of his document on mental health service and attitudes in West Waterford. McGuinness said: “I am delighted that some interesting and inspiring individuals will attend the event on Monday to share their experiences and expertise with us. “Leslie Hughes is a childcareContinue reading “Speakers announced for Mental Health public meeting and launch”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for remedial works to address local concerns to be included in the planned road resurfacing at the Burgery. McGuinness said: “Numerous residents have complained about dangerous road alignment, subsidence, and blocked drains leading to spot flooding on the N25 at the Burgery. “There are plansContinue reading “McGuinness: Road re-surfacing must address need for remedial works at the Burgery”

Local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has said that Sinn Féin has the ambition and drive to make local authorities work for citizens. The party will stand 400 candidates for local authorities across all 32 counties, including 11 candidates in Waterford. Speaking at the launch of Sinn Féin’s local election campaign McGuinness said: “Local governmentContinue reading “Sinn Féin to stand 400 local election candidates across 32 counties – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness is set to publish a research document into mental attitudes and services in West Waterford  next week. McGuinness said: “Mental health services have been under-resources and downgraded across the state by successive Governments over recent decades. The community and voluntary sector have stepped up in many casesContinue reading “McGuinness to publish report on mental health services and attitudes in West Waterford”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for Waterford Council to adopt an Autism Empowerment Strategy for Waterford, which would seek to make the local authority more accessible and responsive to autistic people and their families. McGuinness said: “April marks World Autism Awareness Month and to mark the occasion Sinn Féin securedContinue reading “McGuinness proposes Autism empowerment strategy for Waterford  to mark World Autism Awareness Month”

Chuir an ionadaí áitiúil de chuid Shinn Féin Conor D. McGuinness fáilte roimh mhaoiniú €112,500 chun oibreacha a bhaint amach ar Ché Heilbhic, ach dúirt sé gur cheart tús áite a thabhairt d’iascairí. Dúirt McGuinness: ‘Tá sé thar ama roinnt infheistíocht a fháilt do Heilbhic agus cuirim fáilte roimh an maoiniú seo. Dúirt an tAireContinue reading “Fáilte roimh mhaoiniú €112,500 do Ché Heilbhic ach iascairí i dteideal tús áite – McGuinness”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called for action to be taken locally and at national level to tackle climate change, but warned against any imposition of increased carbon tax on households. McGuinness said: “I attended the youth protest against climate change earlier this month, which saw tens of thousands of schoolContinue reading “McGuinness calls for local action on Climate Change”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called on the Council to undertake repairs to footpaths in Park Lane in Abbeyside.    McGuinness said:   “Footpaths in Park Lane are in a terrible state. Many are cracked, chipped or subsided and constitute a trip hazard. The uneven surfaces are a challenge for peopleContinue reading “McGuinness calls for repairs to Park Lane footpaths”

  Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has expressed concerns about a gap in the perimeter wall in the new Highfield Estate, which he says posed a danger to children.   McGuinness said:   “There is a gap in the wall between the new Highfield Estate and the N25, which poses a veryContinue reading “McGuinness expresses concerns about gap in Highfield perimeter wall”

Sinn Féin local election candidate Conor D. McGuinness has called on Waterford City and County Council to replace loose and damaged fencing panels at Tournore Court.    McGuinness said:   “There are multiple loose and damaged fencing panels on the perimeter of Tournore Court, which pose a safety risk to people and property. especially in high winds.Continue reading “McGuinness calls for fencing panels to be replaced at Tournore Court”