Ellis welcomes new integrated public transport app

June 28, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Sinn Féin Transport spokesperson, Dessie Ellis TD, has welcomed the launch of the new Real Time Ireland App today which offers up-to-the-minute information on public transport across the state. The app is now available for free for Apple and Android smartphones and tablets.

Deputy Ellis said:

“This is a very good step advancing on from a number of separate applications, unofficial efforts and the Real Time signage developed by Dublin Bus.

“I have long been calling for this to be realised and I welcome the launch of this application. This will make public transport more accessible and understandable for the public and especially tourists.

“I have raised the need for greater integration of information on public transport options as part of the drive to encourage people to choose more sustainable, affordable and environmentally friendly options when seeking to get from A to B.

“I hope this app will along with a much need refocus by this government on supporting public transport rather than undermining it will make Ireland a more accessible and attractive country for resident and visitors alike.”

The app is available for Apple and Android products at http://transportforireland.ie/real-time/download-real-time-app/

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Dessie Ellis Slamms the possible re-location of the post office in Finglas

March 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Sinn Fein TD for Dublin North West, Dessie Ellis has slammed the possible re-location of the Post Office in Finglas Village, located 100 metres from where he runs his full time Constituency Office.

Dessie, said that the current location of the Post Office is in a suitable and accessible location, situated on major bus routes for the people of Finglas. This post office is used by a large number of Old age pensioners and social welfare recipients and to even consider locating it else where would have devastating effects on the community.
Furthermore, there would be a detrimental effect on an already struggling business community who depend on the footfall generated by the post office. The Finglas Village Renewal Committee are trying to improve the village to attract more people into the area and to take the post office away would be devastating.

Dessie has already spoken to Paul Foley and Fred Quinn of An Post this morning, they have claimed that the Post office goes to an Independent group to make a judgement and that the tender is for the Finglas Catchment area, leading to fears that the Post office may be moved to a new location. He has now written to the Chief Executive of an Post Enda Kelly requesting a meeting as a matter of urgency.

The people of Finglas need to stand up to any further devastation of Finglas village where shops and businesses are closing on a daily basis. We cannot allow a village which is already on life support to dieDess

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