Donna Cooney
Donna Cooney is a Green Party councillor and the deputy mayor of Dublin, known for her advocacy on urban development projects. Recently, she welcomed the Dublin City Council's decision to approve the redevelopment of the Victorian fruit and vegetable market, highlighting the significant financial commitment and potential for community engagement.
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Donna Cooney, a Green Party councillor in Dublin City and long-time sea swimmer, agreed the system needed improving.
‘I’ve done worse things for me than swimming in the sea’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-30
Local Green Party councillor Donna Cooney described the damage as 'heartbreaking' to see.
Clontarf Baths owner says amenity has been ‘destroyed’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-06
Local Green Party Cllr Donna Cooney said the serious risk of flooding was 'not being addressed with the urgency required' by the council.
Clontarf flood defences, due to be in place next year, now not expected until 2033 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-23Local Green Party councillor Donna Cooney said it was 'outrageous' the promenade would be 'dug up' for the water main only to be disrupted again for flood defences.
One of Dublin’s busiest roads set for year of traffic restrictions due to new water main – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-23
Green Party spokeswoman on arts and culture Donna Cooney warned that the proposals would undermine sustainable planning for housing.
Apartment size reductions offer ‘small, dark’ and ‘sad vision’ for Dublin, councillors say – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-07
Deputy Lord Mayor of Dublin Donna Cooney criticised the way the alert was issued and Uisce Éireann for failing to indicate the source of the discharge.
Swimming banned at Dollymount Strand due to suspected sewage discharge after heavy rainfall – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-06Deputy Lord Mayor of Dublin Donna Cooney criticised the way the alert was issued and Uisce Éireann for failing to indicate the source of the discharge.
Bathing restrictions at Dublin Bay’s main beach in Dollymount follow suspected sewage discharge after heavy rainfall – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-05Donna Cooney welcomed the project and noted the significant loan being taken on.
Redevelopment of Victorian fruit and vegetable market given green light by Dublin City Council – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-04
