On the conclusion of this year’s Loughshinny Boathouse Studio Award, the Mayor of Fingal Cllr. Tom O’Leary and County Arts Officer Sarah O’Neill met artist Maria McSweeney, the recipient of the award, to reflect on the outcomes of her residency exploring the Fingal coastline. 

Fingal County Council intends to seek the approval of An Coimisiún Pleanála in accordance with Section 175 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, for the development of c. 14.75ha for residential development at Mooretown, Swords, Co. Dublin.

The Land Development Agency (LDA) has announced the start of construction on 193 affordable and social homes at Golding Green, Kinsealy. Lydon has been appointed as development partner and will deliver the scheme in a single phase, with all homes expected to be completed in 2028.

ANCA has published the 2025 aircraft noise contours for Dublin Airport. The contours present the annual average aircraft noise levels in a standardised European format for both the night-time and the full 24-hour periods of the year.

Following the recent glorious weather, Fingal County Council is marking the start of the summer season by showcasing the Blue Flag and Green Coast Awards achieved across its coastline ahead of what is expected to be another busy summer from 1 June through to mid-September

Fingal County Council is delighted to announce that it has been awarded Gold and Most Sustainable Garden at this year’s Bord Bia Bloom for its outstanding show garden, “Fingal Nurturing Communities through Nature.” 

Fingal County Council has joined forces with emergency services to urge the public to put safety first ahead of the June Bank Holiday weekend, traditionally one of the busiest and highest‑risk times of the year.

A planning application to expand Dublin Airport’s annual passenger capacity from 32 to 40 million is under review. ANCA has assessed the proposal, identifying measures to reduce aircraft noise impacts and updating noise objectives. A 14‑week public consultation is now open.

Fingal County Council extends its deepest sympathies on the passing of Tony Lambert, a visionary leader whose contribution to business and community life in Fingal leaves a lasting legacy.

Fingal County Council Arts Office is pleased to announce five Fingal artists have been selected to participate in the Artist Mentoring Programme 2026. The five professional artists selected are Maria Atanacković, Aoife Concannon, Chirs Forrester, Nathan Lowry and Beata Piekarska-Daly.