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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Apr 29

South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Apr 10

So many of us live near the M50 but as it's costly, driving through town and nearby villages can be more tempting.

We're advocating making the M50 free to use

It'll make it easier on people's pockets + it'll free up the city centre and nearby villages from dense traffic.

Ray Cunningham @ray-cunningham.bsky.social · Apr 10

It costs money to drive on the motorway, but it's free to drive through the city centre or residential suburbs. A lot of people choose the free option, and that makes our lives more dangerous, louder, more polluted. Let's make the M50 free.

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Ciarán Cuffe @ciarancuffe.bsky.social · Feb 22

Action-packed five-a-side between Irish @YoungGreens.ie and Irish less Young Greens today. Older crew romped home with the trophy.

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Ciarán Cuffe @ciarancuffe.bsky.social · Feb 21

Twenty-one years ago today the @europeangreens.eu were founded in Rome. We’ve had our ups and downs, but we’re still going strong.

From @greenpartyie.bsky.social, thank you Trevor Sargent, Mary White, Chris O’Leary, Heidi Bedell, Nuala Ahern, Steve Rawson, and all who took part in our journey.

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 20

Data centres are often blamed for Ireland’s energy use, but they’re not the biggest users—transport takes that spot. And the highest carbon emissions? Agriculture.
Let’s focus on real solutions across all sectors, not just easy targets. 💚
#ClimateAction #SouthDublin
(Images from SEAI)

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 18

Bad driving isn’t just careless—it’s anti-social behaviour. Speeding, close passes, and reckless driving put lives at risk, yet we’re expected to accept it as normal. We shouldn’t.
Roads are for everyone, and dangerous driving deserves real anger and action. 💚
#SafeStreets #SouthDublin

Cllr Hazel Chu @hazelchu.bsky.social · Feb 17

Just to say I've spoken to DCC area manager re: the destruction of Mountpleasant Square wall in Ranelagh by a driver last night and they'll be working with parks to look at reconstruction and making the area safe. The wall will take a bit longer to reconstruct. Any questions let me know.

Destruction of wall at Mountpleasant Square by a driver last night.

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · Feb 14

🚨The US Vice President just LIED about human rights in Scotland!

Misinformation fuels the far-right; we won't stand by and let him get away with it.

(More info below 👇)

JD Vance is lying about Scotland.

An image of US Vice President is looming over the Scottish Parliament.

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · Feb 12

➡️Thousands of more children across Scotland will receive free school meals thanks to the Scottish Greens.

🟢Together, we can change the system that has allowed the rich to get richer and thousands of children to fall into poverty.

Secured: Free school meals for thousands more students.

Scottish Greens. For People. For Planet.

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Roderic O’Gorman TD @rodericogorman.bsky.social · Feb 11

The arrival of a new baby is the most joyous moment for families, but it also means plenty of new costs.

I’m pleased to have fought to get the €280 Baby Boost payment included in Budget 2025 - a key Green Party initiative benefitting families directly
www.thejournal.ie/over-4400-fa...

Over 4,400 families to receive €280 Newborn Baby Grant today

The Newborn Baby Grant applies to all children born on or after 1 December last year.

www.thejournal.ie

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Green Party / Comhaontas Glas @greenpartyie.bsky.social · Feb 11

The Newborn Baby Grant will be paid today to over 4,400 families, a direct €280 baby boost payment to help with the costs of parenthood.

This is a key Green Party initiative that @rodericogorman.bsky.social fought for inclusion in Budget 2025.

www.thejournal.ie/over-4400-fa...

#GreensDeliver

€280 baby boost paid to over 4,400 families today delivered by the Green Party.

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Councillor Donna Cooney Dublin City @donnacooney1.bsky.social · Feb 10

We are soon to see the delivery of Nature Based Solutions with the River Santry Restoration and Greenway Project. What's not to love #BikesAndBiodiversity ❤️ 🚴‍♂️💚🌊
€20 million allocation in the DCC capital budget on the agenda for this evening's council meeting!
Green and blue infrastructure!

Map of Santry river restoration and greenway.

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Greenpeace UK @greenpeaceuk.bsky.social · Feb 10

🚨The DIRTIEST power station is about to get a bit LESS dirty! 😮‍💨

The UK government has announced LIMITS on Drax power station's ability to BURN TREES and POLLUTE our air.

They will ALSO start FINING Drax if the wood burnt doesn't come from WASTE products. 🔥

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 9

Observing speed limits isn’t just about rules—it’s #SocialBehaviour. It shows care for others on the road and makes our streets safer for all.
When we drive at safe speeds, we’re looking out for each other. 💚🚗
#SafeStreets #SouthDublin

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 8

Lower speed limits mean fewer deaths and serious injuries—it’s that simple.
Safer roads protect everyone, whether walking, cycling, or driving.
This is a step towards calmer, more liveable communities. 💚 Let’s make it work.
#SlowerSpeedsSaferRoads

www.rte.ie/news/ireland...

'Speed a killer' - hopes that new limits will save lives

Susan Gray lost her 51-year-old husband Steve in a road crash in Donegal in 2004 and following his death she founded 'PARC' - a civil society group that advocates for road safety and helps those affec...

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 4

Is migration just a junior minister portfolio? It's challenging, will it get the attention it needs?
As Roderic suggests, it deserves a higher priority, human lives and rights are at stake. Let’s address this with the seriousness it demands. 💚
#InclusiveIreland

www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...

Human rights group was right to sue State over lack of accommodation for asylum seekers, says O’Gorman

State now appealing High Court ruling that it breached rights of homeless international protection applicants

www.irishtimes.com

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 3

Disappointing to see our native tree cover still so low.
We know historical reasons, but there’s no excuse for inaction now.
Restoring our forests means cleaner air, richer biodiversity & a healthier future.
Time to plant, protect & restore. 🌳💚
#MoreTreesPlease

www.thejournal.ie/ireland-tree...

A 'disappointingly low' 1 per cent of Ireland is natural, native forest, first study finds

The research also found native, natural forest is highly fragmented.

www.thejournal.ie

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 3

🚗🚲 Lower speed limits are coming into effect, making roads safer for everyone—drivers, cyclists & pedestrians alike.
Slower speeds mean fewer collisions & safer communities.
Let’s embrace this step towards better, calmer streets. 💚
#SafeStreets #SouthDublin

www.thejournal.ie/speed-limit-...

Speed limit reductions are coming into effect this month - here's what you need to know

Spped limits will be reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h in February in an aim to reduce road fatalities.

www.thejournal.ie

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Dublin Cycling Campaign @dublincycling.bsky.social · Feb 2

We’re a bit worried at how changes to default speed limits are being communicated at the moment.

The Sunday Business Post is one source of misinformation.

Here’s a more well-informed piece @thejournalie

www.thejournal.ie/speed-limit-...

Speed limit reductions are coming into effect this month - here's what you need to know

Spped limits will be reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h in February in an aim to reduce road fatalities.

www.thejournal.ie

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 3

Speed limits are not "against" anyone, they are for everyone!

Geraldine Herbert @gerherbert.bsky.social · Feb 2

Much of the debate around Friday's rural local road #speedlimit change focuses on reducing deaths, it’s also about making roads safer for everyone. On my 80km/h road by a canal, walkers & cyclists are rare it’s too dangerous. Dropping to 60km/h would cut stopping distances and improve safety for all

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Geraldine Herbert @gerherbert.bsky.social · Feb 2

Much of the debate around Friday's rural local road #speedlimit change focuses on reducing deaths, it’s also about making roads safer for everyone. On my 80km/h road by a canal, walkers & cyclists are rare it’s too dangerous. Dropping to 60km/h would cut stopping distances and improve safety for all

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · Feb 2

🚨 New poll

According to a Herald poll we're on track to win a record 15 MSPs at the next election, nearly doubling our 2021 result!

As climate breakdown accelerates and the far right threatens our basic rights and standard of living, it's never been more important to Vote Scottish Green.

New poll. Scottish Greens on course for record result. 2921: 8 MSPs. Poll:15 MSPs.

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 2

A powerful lesson—what do we do when injustice doesn’t directly impact us? Staying silent keeps the status quo.
Real change happens when we stand up, speak out, and take action, even when it’s not our fight—because justice should matter to all of us. 💚
#ActForChange

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 2

Streets where kids cycle safely and independently is a real sign of a smart, people-friendly city.
Streets designed for everyone, not just cars, make life better for all of us.
More of this, please! 🚲💚
#SafeStreets #SouthDublin

Dutch Cycling Embassy @dutchcycling.nl · Feb 1

"A 9-year-old child can cycle here peacefully"

Last week, an advanced Dutch-inspired roundabout in France opened in Bures-Sur-Yvette. There are currently around 10 examples of these in France, providing users with clear and safe separation from traffic.

📸 Stein van Oosteren

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South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 1

You’re right—enforcement is one key to making speed limits effective.
But alongside that, we need a shift in mindset. Slower speeds protect everyone, and if more drivers commit to them, we’ll see real change.
Safe streets start with all of us. 💚
#SafeStreets

South Dublin Greens @southdublingreens.bsky.social · Feb 1

Heartbreaking to see the devastation in California communities like Altadena and Palisades.
Climate-fuelled fires are leaving once-thriving communities looking like post-apocalyptic landscapes.
This is the reality of inaction—we must act now. 💚
#ClimateAction

www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...

LA after the fires: Like driving through a post-nuclear suburbia. The scale of destruction is unfathomable

The desire to rebuild the destroyed communities is strong. But residents know they cannot fully replace what has been lost

www.irishtimes.com

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