Very moving night in Council yesterday with the news that our colleague, Cllr Ted Tynan, was stepping down for medical reasons. Cllr Tynan has been supportive and encouraging to me. We also stood together many times in support of the Palestinian people. Thanks Ted for your leadership and service.

I was delighted to attend the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Mahon Association at the Mahon Community Centre last Saturday. Great community spirit and well done to Maurice McCarthy and his hardworking team for their leadership.

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@niallgalway.bsky.social and @malcolmnoonan.bsky.social hoping to swing some Green votes in Knocknacarra

The Liffey is an icon of Dublin, but it’s also a dividing line. It divides the north from the south. There’s politicians in this election who want to further that division. But I don’t think that’s what we are about. When you’re on the Liffey you can see clearly that we are one city and one river.

I was delighted to visit the National Learning Network in Hollyhill, Cork today. It is great to see life-skills and fantastic support being given to young people with disability, including those with autism. Everyone has the right to education. Well done to Anthony and his hardworking team!

I was delighted to attend the Cork Harbour Festival at Blackrock Castle Observatory yesterday.

I was out yesterday promoting 30km/h speed limits across our city, not just in my area, but everywhere it matters. Safer streets for our children, around schools and in our communities. A safe city is a living city. 🚸

Week 134! After the Tidy Towns this morning, I was at the Palestine rally. We are showing a Red Card to Israel!

I was out with the Mahon Tidy Towns today. We had some issues with one bus stop. I encourage everyone to keep our public spaces clean. Let us put rubbish into litter bins, please.

This cannot be shouted loudly enough. Far-right, anti-immigration, misogynistic and bigoted rhetoric is VERY loud online but it doesn't represent the majority of people or communities. But it is corrosive and we need to guard against it.

Say it loud. Irish people are kind, they are sound. Those voices of hate and anger do not represent most of us That's why these bye-elections matter-vote for @janetphorner.bsky.social and @niallgalway.bsky.social because the system needs politicians who recognise this

Vote No 1 @janetphorner.bsky.social in Dublin Central Vote No 1 @niallgalway.bsky.social in Galway West

Delighted to attend the Energy Saving Workshop at Mahon Community Centre yesterday for great, practical discussions on saving energy at home and in the community. Important in the midst of the energy crisis. Thanks to Chris Gibbons, Caitríona Ní Mhaidin & all who came out despite the rain.

I encourage everyone to support and encourage the young and talented comedian Obaro Tiblaze. He will perform in Dublin and Galway!

The Green Party is proposing “On the Move” - a new social leasing scheme to make electric cars affordable for those who need to drive every day. Focused on essential workers and rural communities, it’s about reducing bills for good - not just for a few months. @malcolmnoonan.bsky.social explains 👇

Thanks so much to the gang out canvassing Highfield this evening for the #galwaybyeelection

Ukrainians being accommodated through the ARP scheme and in tourist and commercial accommodation now face a cliff-edge, with both schemes being wound down. This announcement has come out of the blue - are the Government now pandering to certain elements, or why have they taken this decision?

It’s one thing to float ideas, it’s another to commit to them This Government needs to give clear funding and a clear timeline for delivering on additional supports for home energy upgrades

I spoke with Dublin Bus about this last week. The electric buses are so much better than previous ones: modern, smoother, quieter and more comfortable for both drivers and passengers. Chargers need to be sorted ASAP to get fleet up to standard: www.independent.ie/irish-news/p...

Lack of government leadership, lack of funding and state bodies with commercial interests instead of nature ones.. 😭 Nature needs championing! www.irishtimes.com/environment/...

This afternoon the cross-party Seanad group, are bringing the Wildlife Rehabilitation Support Scheme to the Seanad It would support the work done by wildlife rescue centres in protecting animals from the threats they face due to development, loss of habitat, pollution and road collisions.

This Thursday, April 30th, is National Voter Registration Day I encourage everyone 18 years or over to register to vote. Go to www.checktheregister.ie or any library across the city. Go to the 'See Her Elected (SHE)' website for more information on how to get involved.

I was honoured to take part in the panel discussion on Political Participation & Racial Equality at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade today. It was a pleasure to meet Sonja Hyland, Deputy Secretary General, as well as Councillors Lillian Seenoi-Barr & Supriya Singh. Thanks to all who came!

Week 133! I am at the Cork Palestine Rally today. The protest goes on. The killings must stop. It's time to implement the Occupied Territories Bill. Let’s stand for Gaza. Let’s protect the children. Thank you to everyone who showed up.

Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Cllr Joe Carroll. A dedicated public servant who gave so much to his community. Sincere condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. May he rest in peace.

Great day with Mahon Tidy Towns and 20 volunteers from Logitech Ireland. We planted flowers at bus stops, Loughmahon Park, and green spaces across Mahon. Fantastic community spirit, with lots of encouragement from locals. Mahon is beautiful! Let’s keep building a vibrant community.

I welcome this article & thank John O'Shea & EchoLive for highlighting this important issue. I recently brought a motion before Cork City Council calling for the urgent establishment of a 24-hour supervised injection centre in Cork. Thanks to all the councillors who supported and passed this motion.

Africa Day Cork City is here! From music and culture to sport, parades, and family fun, this week, from Monday 18 May to Saturday 23 May, is a celebration of community, diversity, and African heritage in the heart of our city. All events are FREE and open to everyone.

Have your say in the first-ever Cork City Local Safety Plan. Complete a short public survey and/or send us in a written submission. Go to www.corkcity.ie/communitysafety for ways to have your say.

A clear majority of Irish people believe the Government is not doing enough to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. The Green Party has a roadmap for how Darragh O’Brien and the Government can reverse their u-turns on climate Ireland deserves more than this Government's inaction

Why am I running for the Dáil? It’s because I want to deliver a better Dublin. I want to deliver a Dublin where people can afford to rent or buy a house, a Dublin where our communities aren’t divided by social class.

I’ve raised serious concerns about increased drone activity at Cork City Marina with Cork City Council. Residents deserve safety, privacy, and protection of wildlife in this beautiful area. I’ve called for urgent action and engagement with Irish Aviation Authority. Let’s get this addressed.

JOIN THE EARTH DAY PROTEST TODAY – 5:30PM, LEINSTER HOUSE Roderic O'Gorman will bring a Green Party motion to the Dáil to mark Earth Day. This evening, we’ll gather outside Leinster House to show public support and call on TDs to back this motion. We need as many supporters there as possible.

Traffic in Douglas Village is at breaking point. I’ve brought a motion to Cork City Council to push for safer streets, better flow, and real priority for buses under BusConnects Cork. We need solutions that work for residents, students, and commuters now. Let’s get Douglas moving again.

Greens propose new “On the Move” scheme for EV social leasing Read all about it 👇 greenparty.ie/news/greens-...

We're calling on Government to provide clarity on whether it is committed to implementing the Dublin City Taskforce’s recommendations. Yesterday, it was announced that Robert Watt has been appointed to head the Special Purpose Vehicle charged with addressing dereliction in Dublin City Centre.

Clarity is urgently needed about what this regeneration body is for. DCC say its about tackling dereliction. The Gov say its about implementing all the 10 Big Moves of the Taoiseach's taskforce. Whatever he is paid, surely we should know what his job is! www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...

The abuse that Senator Eileen Flynn has faced in recent days is both disgusting and disturbing, serving as another example of social media companies neglecting their duties to reduce harm and hateful content - @malcolmnoonan.bsky.social

My motion to reopen Douglas Library as a quiet study space for Leaving Cert students did not pass at Cork City Council last week. Our young people deserve better especially those without a space to study at home. A solution to this problem must be implemented as soon as possible.

Vacant homes for over 10 years on Rochestown Road? In the middle of a housing crisis? This cannot continue. I’ve brought a motion to Cork City Council to strengthen vacant home taxes and push for real action. If we’re serious about housing, we must be bold and we must act now.

I went to support and encourage my Councillors Colleagues at the Dragon Boat Challenge. Our first participation, and came 7th over all. What a team! Well done, and looking forward to the next year challenge.

After my clinic yesterday, I attended the Foróige Citizenship Showcase 2026 at City Hall. It’s vital that we value, support, and recognise, young people and the incredible projects they create. Well done to Cork City Council and all the groups involved.

Great to arrive at Mahon Community Centre this morning for my clinic. Thank you to everyone who came along and got in touch. I am always here to listen and help. My next clinic will be here on Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 12 noon.

First proposed by Green Party TD Dan Boyle in 2006, the New Luas Cork route has been unveiled today with 27 stops. The public consultation will continue until Friday, June 12.

This morning @rodericogorman.bsky.social was part of The Gathering on Today with David McCullough @rteradio1.bsky.social

I’ve made a submission to An Coimisiún Pleanála (Ref: 324153) on the proposed development at the former Mother and Baby Home site in Bessborough. Planning must serve the common good & must include dignity, respect, & listening to survivors & families. I’ve asked that this development be refused.

JOIN THE EARTH DAY PROTEST: 5.30pm, 22/4 Next Wednesday, 22nd April, Party Leader Roderic O'Gorman will bring a Green Party motion to the Dáil to mark Earth Day. It calls for a renewed commitment to our 2030 climate targets, the protection of the Climate Act, and increased investment in nature.

This is how you are supposed to react to high oil prices. We have just been bounced into do itn the opposite. Delaying carbon tax under pressure from the protestors will slow our move away from fossil fuel. In the long run we all lose.