Delivery cyclists say it nudges them to deliver to unsafe areas, and has undermined attempts to strike for better conditions. A spokesperson for Deliveroo said safety of riders is an “absolute priority” and it supports their right to express themselves by not working.
Author Archives: Sean Finnan
Sean Finnan is a freelance journalist. You can reach him at sfinnan@dublininquirer.com.
How Do Smart Dublin’s Link-Ups with Private Companies Influence the City?
Smart Dublin is an unusual beast within the council, given its remit to partner with tech companies and other private players on challenges affecting the city.
Developer Plans to Use Thermal-Imaging Cameras in Co-Living Complex
The cameras are just one example of how those behind plans for co-living complexes want to ramp up their use of tech, with smartphone apps for services, and smart CCTV systems.
Gardaí Spend on Tech to Check Licence Plates Up 600 Percent
The bump in investment was down to the need for extra equipment to help gardaí at Covid checkpoints, said an FOI response.
An Garda Síochána is Considering Using Artificial Intelligence for Policing
At the moment, it’s using software from the company Siren to monitor and manage its IT systems, said a spokesperson. But it’s considering whether to use it for more.
An Open Data Team Experiments with a New Way to Tell City Stories
We’ve gotten used to the idea of data visualisations on a screen, says Mark Linnane. But that’s “kind of a limited way of thinking about space or a terrain”.
A Singing Group Widens Its Circle of Trad Enthusiasts
An Góilín is going strong after 40 years, still opening the floor – or more recently a Zoom window – to all who want to sing trad.
Dublin 8 to Become Next Testing Ground for Smart Tech
Smart D8 will focus on how tech can improve the health and well-being of local residents, says Órla Veale, the project manager.
Council Teams with Tech Firms to Boost Public Engagement for Planning Applications
Greater engagement? That’s welcome, says Lorcan Sirr, a housing lecturer at TU Dublin. But the council’s enthusiasm for trialling an app developed by a property-industry PR executive is worrying, he says.
Asbestos Found in Material atop Illegal Landfill in Priorswood
Engineers were tasked by the council with working out what’s there. None of the pollutants they found present a significant human health risk, according to the report.