The metal guardrails that block your way when you’re trying to cross the street should be uprooted, some urban-development nerds argue.
Author Archives: Willy Simon
Willy Simon is Dublin Inquirer's planning and transport reporter. Want to share a comment or a tip with him? Send an email to him at wsimon@dubinq.com.
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From a Sliver of Neglected Land, a Pocket Park
A group of residents in Drumcondra are trying to crowd-fund enough money to transform a strip of grass into their dream community pocket park.
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What Will City Centre Transport Changes Mean For Retail?
You might have heard that Dublin city-centre spending could fall by nearly a quarter if planned traffic restrictions go ahead. If so, you’ve heard what the Irish Parking Association wanted you to hear. Let’s take a closer look.
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City Businesses Concerned About ‘Anti-Car’ Transport Plans
Businesses highlight three points of concern with the proposals for city centre transport. Is there evidence that it would be bad for business?
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Scouting out the Potential of a Northside Cycle Route
To some, the Santry River Greenway may seem like an unattractive cycle route. But a reconnaissance mission shows that it has great potential.
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Brushing Up: Les Parapluies by Auguste Renoir
Every six years, Les Parapluies by Auguste Renoir is traded between Dublin and London. Why? It all dates back to 1915, and the sinking of the Lusitania.
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Is It Time to Tear Down Trinity’s Walls?
Walled or fenced “super blocks” like Trinity College, Dublin Castle and Leinster House are obstacles to pedestrians and cyclists trying to get around the city.
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With Cycling Officer, Dublin Cyclists Are Set To Get An Advocate
After a hiatus of a few years, the city has brought back the post of cycling officer. It’s a good time for it.
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Should We Spend €3.8 Million on Dalymount Park?
Soon, Dublin City Council will almost certainly be the owner and manager of Dalymount Park, the home of Bohemian Football Club. Is this a good idea?
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The Plan to Transform Parnell Square North
Real-estate giant Kennedy Wilson has promised to give millions – and raise many millions more – to help Dublin City Council create the Parnell Square Cultural Quarter. They say they’ll get nothing in return.