DLR PPN Dún Laoghaire Rathdown Public Participation Network

13/10/2026

🌿🐝 Have your say on nature in dlr!

We're preparing a new dlr County Biodiversity Action Plan 2027-2032 and we want to hear from you. From local habitats to pollinators like bees, your knowledge and ideas will help shape how we protect and celebrate nature across the county.

📝 Take the online survey or read the discussion document: https://bit.ly/4hWYixy

📅 Come along to a public engagement session:

Tue 13 Oct, 11am-2pm: Royal Marine Hotel, Dún Laoghaire
Thu 15 Oct, 6pm-8.30pm: The Graduate, Killiney Shopping Centre
Mon 19 Oct, 7.30pm-8.30pm: Online webinar with dlr's Biodiversity Officer (details at https://bit.ly/4d5zRvC)

⏰ Submissions close at midnight on 2 November 2026.

12/10/2026

Reminder that the dlr Universal Grants are open until the 23rd of October.

📢 Applications are now open for the dlr Grants Scheme 2027!

Whether you're part of a community group, residents' association, sports club, arts or heritage organisation, voluntary group or business association, funding may be available to help bring your ideas to life.

Last year, more than €650,000 was awarded to local groups and organisations across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, supporting projects that strengthen communities, promote inclusion, celebrate culture and heritage, enhance local environments, and encourage participation in sport and recreation.

❓Want to know more? Join us at one of our in-person information sessions at Council Offices Dundrum, County Hall Dún Laoghaire or dlr Lexicon, or attend one of our online webinars to learn about the grants available and how to apply.

⏰ Applications close at 1pm on Friday 23 October 2026

🔗 Find out more and apply: www.dlrcoco.ie/grants

07/10/2026

🚓 Have Your Say on Local Policing and Public Safety

Join the Sandyford/Stepaside Local Policing Forum public meeting and share your views on community safety and policing issues in your area.

There will be an opportunity to raise concerns, ask questions and receive feedback directly from members of An Garda Síochána's Community Policing Team.

📅 Tuesday 20 October
⏰ 7:30pm to 8:30pm
📍 Ballyogan Parish Hall, Ballyogan Court, Dublin 18, D18 TY20

This is your chance to help shape local discussions on policing and public safety.

✅ Raise Issues
✅ Get Feedback
✅ All Welcome

For more information:
📞 01 205 4893
📧 [email protected]

07/10/2026

01/10/2026

A few images from the PPN National Conference, which took place last week in Roscommon.

01/10/2026

DLR PPN October-November 2026 is Out Now!

The DLR PPN October – November 2026 Ezine is out now, packed with participation opportunities, local community news, opportunities for funding and much more. As always, many thanks to everyone who submitted news items!

https://www.dlrppn.ie/dlr-ppn-october-november-2026-is-out-now/

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Sports Partnership

30/09/2026

We are in the Talbot Hotel Stillorgan where the DLR PPN Autumn Netwoking Meeting should have welcomed more than 200 participants, 26 information stands and 3 distinguished guest speakers. However, due to the industrial action affecting dlr County Council and other institutions staff, the DLR PPN Secretariat and Team have made the difficult decision to postpone the event.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank our members for their support and understanding.

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Crann - Trees for Ireland Dublin Rural Leader Dublin Mountains Partnership Southside Partnership DLR DLR Integration Forum Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Sports Partnership

30/09/2026

dlr Community Awards Nominations are now open!

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

📣 Nominations are now open for the dlr Community and Volunteer Awards 2026.

Do you know a volunteer, community group or organisation making a real difference in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown? Now is your chance to recognise their contribution and celebrate the positive impact they have in our communities.

Nominations close on 27 October 2026.

Find out more and submit a nomination: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/news/general-news/nominations-open-dlr-community-and-volunteer-awards-2026

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28/09/2026

Sign up for the upcoming webinar with Disability Federation of Ireland and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, scheduled for tomorrow, 29th of September, from 7pm. Email [email protected] today to register!

💙 Disability Equality: Small Changes, Big Difference

Join us online at 7pm on Tuesday 29 September for a free disability awareness webinar facilitated by the Disability Federation of Ireland in partnership with the dlr County Council Equality Office.

This practical and engaging session will explore what disability equality means in everyday life and how small changes in our attitudes, actions and environments can make a significant difference for people with disabilities. Participants will gain a better understanding of disability awareness, learn how barriers can affect inclusion, and discover simple, practical ways to help create more accessible and welcoming communities.

Whether you're involved in a community group, sports club, local organisation or simply want to learn more, this webinar will provide valuable insights and guidance on how we can all play a part in promoting equality, inclusion and accessibility.

📅 Tuesday 29 September
⏰ 7pm
💻 Online Webinar
✅ Free to attend

📧 Register by emailing [email protected]

The webinar link will be sent to registered participants. Disability Federation of Ireland

28/09/2026

2 DAYS TO GO

There’s still time to apply for Heritage Keepers, but applications close Wednesday 30 September.

If you’ve been thinking about taking part, now’s the time to get your application in.

👉 Apply at the link in our bio.