Teresa Costello (Fianna Fail)

I acknowledge the incredible work of the Community Addiction Response Programme, CARP, Killinarden, and congratulate and thank it for 30 years of service to the community, which it is celebrating this week. CARP Killinarden has always been more than a service. It is a lifeline, a source of hope and a powerful voice for people and families affected by addiction. Its commitment to compassion, dignity and change has transformed lives and strengthened the community in ways that cannot be measured. I thank the staff, volunteers and everyone who supports CARP Killinarden. Their dedication, belief in people and tireless efforts make a real difference every single day. They do not just offer support; they offer a pathway forward. That is something truly worth celebrating. I honour their work, impact and the many hundreds of lives made brighter in the past 30 years because of them. I congratulate CARP Killinarden on 30 fantastic years and here's to many more of making the community stronger.

I will take a moment to encourage people in the south Dublin area to take part in the upcoming consultation on the south Dublin age-friendly strategy 2026 to 2030. This is a real opportunity for people to shape the future of our community, not just for older people today but for all of us as we age. The consultation takes place on Thursday, 27 November, at the Maldron hotel in Tallaght, with registration from 9 a.m. to 9.30 a.m., and the sessions will start at 10 a.m. It is chance for people to make their voices heard on issues like housing, transport, safety, health, community spaces and the supports that help people stay connected and independent. People's experience, ideas and even the challenges they see day to day are vital in shaping a strategy that truly reflects the needs of south Dublin. Nothing about our community should be decided without the community itself, so UI ask people to take part, share their views and help build an age-friendly south Dublin that works for everybody.

I am also delighted to share the news of an exciting development for my community of Tallaght and the official launch of Áras Thuaidh at TU Dublin, which is a brand-new space created to support collaboration, innovation and meaningful engagement on campus. This new facility represents a major investment in the future of education and community partnership in Tallaght. The launch will take place today. It will be hosted by Dr. Deirdre Lillis, president of TU Dublin, and will be formally opened by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Deputy Lawless. I would love to have been able to attend to witness what will be a wonderful celebration of what Áras Thuaidh will offer, that is, a modern, welcoming environment that will support learning, partnership and community growth.