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.

Fingal County Council is pleased to announce that the Public Realm phase of the landmark Swords Cultural Quarter project will commence this week, marking the next stage in a development that is already well underway. Building on the progress achieved to date, this phase will further transform the area around Swords Castle into a welcoming, pedestrian-friendly civic space at the heart of the County Town. 

Fingal Arts Office in partnership with Children’s Books Ireland and the Tyrone Guthrie Centre are pleased to announce an opportunity for artists to avail of a week-long residency, taking place  the week of 27th October, the week of the 3rd November and the week of the 10th November.

A safer, greener and more connected route is at the heart of Fingal County Council’s latest plans to improve pedestrian and cycling infrastructure between Clonee and Blanchardstown.

The Fingal Community Development & Inclusion Department in collaboration with the Department of Foreign Affairs/Irish Aid, is supporting various groups to celebrate Africa Day 2026. The events will showcase the many cultural aspects of Africa and embrace our shared heritage.