COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

QUESTION NO. 1

QUESTION: Councillor S. O'Hara

To ask the Chief Executive, will the Council take meaningful and measurable action to address the continued use of outdated vehicles within our park and roads? These vehicles not only present an unprofessional image to the public but also appear to contradict the environmental commitments and operational standards that South Dublin County Council publicly promotes.

REPLY:

SDCC is committed to the decarbonisation of its fleet as per the targets set out in the SDCC Climate Action Plan 2024-2029 and is progressing a fleet transition and replacement plan.  As part of this plan, SDCC has put in place a new Fleet Management System and, currently, are analysing all vehicle data and engaging with the relevant SDCC Departments to ensure the best use of resources to align with targets and support operational needs. The Council has indicated its intention to partake in the Office of Government Procurement (OGP) framework for the purchase of electric vehicles of various sizes and has commenced engagement with providers. In support of the fleet transition, the design, procurement and installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for SDCC’s depots is also being developed.

All vehicles owned or used by the Council are subject to statutory inspections quarterly, with twice- yearly inspections being performed by an independent, external garage, as is required under the legislation. All vehicles which are being used by SDCC are maintained to a roadworthy standard. New vehicles will be prioritised for vehicle wrapping with the new SDCC branding. A programme for the wrapping of existing vehicles, where appropriate, will be rolled out also.