COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN, NEWCASTLE, RATHCOOLE, SAGGART AND BRITTAS AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

MOTION NO. 17

MOTION: Councillor F. Timmons

That this Area Committee call on SDCC to urgently seek funding for the 'Tallaght Alcohol and Drug Task Force' to be able to expand into Saggart & Citywest Hotel and keep this committee informed of progress.

REPORT:

The Community Department recognises the important contribution of the Clondalkin Drug and Alcohol Task Force (CDATF) and the Tallaght Drug and Alcohol Task Force (TADTF) in supporting individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance misuse.

At present, both Task Forces are funded directly through the Department of Health and the HSE, with allocations determined by fixed geographical boundaries. This approach restricts their capacity to respond to rapid population growth and emerging needs across South Dublin.

In light of the significant expansion in areas such as Saggart, Citywest, and other parts of the County, the Community Department representative on the Task Forces will raise this issue for discussion and collaborate with them to identify options for securing additional funding.