Maynooth Cycling Campaign
@maynoothcycling.bsky.social
Maynooth Cycling Campaign is a local independent cycling campaign group based in Kildare.
Maynooth Cycling Campaign will be holding its AGM on Tuesday 11th November at 8:00pm in the ICA Hall Leinster Street. Everyone welcome.
November 4, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Maynooth Cycling Campaign will be holding its AGM on Tuesday 11th November at 8:00pm in the ICA Hall Leinster Street. Everyone welcome.
To Maynooth drivers - example of bad driving on regional road in Coill Dubh. No cycle tracks, no reallocation of road space but drivers unable to stay within the yellow lines.
November 4, 2025 at 10:14 AM
To Maynooth drivers - example of bad driving on regional road in Coill Dubh. No cycle tracks, no reallocation of road space but drivers unable to stay within the yellow lines.
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Cars are getting bigger and heavier
They are more dangerous on the roads, take up more public space, and of course need more energy to move – which means more pollution
Any 'efficiency gains' in engines have been completely wiped out by massive cars
m.independent.ie/irish-news/e...
They are more dangerous on the roads, take up more public space, and of course need more energy to move – which means more pollution
Any 'efficiency gains' in engines have been completely wiped out by massive cars
m.independent.ie/irish-news/e...
Experts call for weight-based car tax as number and size of SUVs explodes
Sales of petrol and diesel cars are still outstripping electric vehicles in Ireland and the size of all types is exploding as SUVs take over.
m.independent.ie
September 27, 2023 at 12:13 PM
Cars are getting bigger and heavier
They are more dangerous on the roads, take up more public space, and of course need more energy to move – which means more pollution
Any 'efficiency gains' in engines have been completely wiped out by massive cars
m.independent.ie/irish-news/e...
They are more dangerous on the roads, take up more public space, and of course need more energy to move – which means more pollution
Any 'efficiency gains' in engines have been completely wiped out by massive cars
m.independent.ie/irish-news/e...
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“Fossil fuels accounted for 81.4 per cent of overall Irish energy consumption last year, an increase of 0.7 per cent on 2023.”
Unless the increase in renewable energy is permanently displacing fossil fuels, it is not a climate transition.
www.irishtimes.com/business/202...
Unless the increase in renewable energy is permanently displacing fossil fuels, it is not a climate transition.
www.irishtimes.com/business/202...
Ireland relied on fossil fuels for 80% of energy use in 2024
Ireland ranks eighth out of top 10 countries for renewable electricity use, Energy Institute report says
www.irishtimes.com
August 15, 2025 at 7:34 AM
“Fossil fuels accounted for 81.4 per cent of overall Irish energy consumption last year, an increase of 0.7 per cent on 2023.”
Unless the increase in renewable energy is permanently displacing fossil fuels, it is not a climate transition.
www.irishtimes.com/business/202...
Unless the increase in renewable energy is permanently displacing fossil fuels, it is not a climate transition.
www.irishtimes.com/business/202...
When We Were Kings and Queens of the Road
Nostalgic lookback to growing in rural Ireland during the 1970s - from Robert Burns, Director of Services in Monaghan County Council
museumofchildhood.ie/when-we-were...
Nostalgic lookback to growing in rural Ireland during the 1970s - from Robert Burns, Director of Services in Monaghan County Council
museumofchildhood.ie/when-we-were...
September 15, 2025 at 3:20 PM
When We Were Kings and Queens of the Road
Nostalgic lookback to growing in rural Ireland during the 1970s - from Robert Burns, Director of Services in Monaghan County Council
museumofchildhood.ie/when-we-were...
Nostalgic lookback to growing in rural Ireland during the 1970s - from Robert Burns, Director of Services in Monaghan County Council
museumofchildhood.ie/when-we-were...
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Irish media reporting on road collisions too often dehumanises victims and hides driver responsibility. Cyclists and pedestrians are people first — the language we use matters.
Read our full statement below.
Read our full statement below.
September 13, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Irish media reporting on road collisions too often dehumanises victims and hides driver responsibility. Cyclists and pedestrians are people first — the language we use matters.
Read our full statement below.
Read our full statement below.
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Simple proposal — If your vehicle doesn’t fit in a parking space, it has to pay for two or more spaces.
Common sense, really. You knew when you bought the vehicle how big it was. Purchasing choices have consequences.
Bonus: If your vehicle is too long and extends over the sidewalk, that’s a fine.
Common sense, really. You knew when you bought the vehicle how big it was. Purchasing choices have consequences.
Bonus: If your vehicle is too long and extends over the sidewalk, that’s a fine.
This is an INSANE decision by the E.U.
“By signing up to mutual recognition of vehicle standards with the U.S., the E.U. has waved the white flag on road safety. This is not a technical detail – it is a political choice that puts trade convenience ahead of saving lives.”
This will kill people.
“By signing up to mutual recognition of vehicle standards with the U.S., the E.U. has waved the white flag on road safety. This is not a technical detail – it is a political choice that puts trade convenience ahead of saving lives.”
This will kill people.
ETSC: Mutual recognition deal with U.S. will cost lives on Europe’s roads
By signing up to mutual recognition of vehicle standards with the United States, the European Union has waved the white flag on road safety. This is not a technical detail – it is a political choice…
etsc.eu
August 29, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Simple proposal — If your vehicle doesn’t fit in a parking space, it has to pay for two or more spaces.
Common sense, really. You knew when you bought the vehicle how big it was. Purchasing choices have consequences.
Bonus: If your vehicle is too long and extends over the sidewalk, that’s a fine.
Common sense, really. You knew when you bought the vehicle how big it was. Purchasing choices have consequences.
Bonus: If your vehicle is too long and extends over the sidewalk, that’s a fine.
We have just posted our September Newsletter. See below for details.
maynoothcyclingcampaign.com/2025/08/27/n...
maynoothcyclingcampaign.com/2025/08/27/n...
NEWSLETTER NOTES for SEPTEMBER 2025
Lyreen Pedestrian Bridge It has been a long time coming – funding was provided for it a number of years ago – but Maynooth Cycling Campaign welcomes the new pedestrian bridge over the L…
maynoothcyclingcampaign.com
August 27, 2025 at 10:25 AM
We have just posted our September Newsletter. See below for details.
maynoothcyclingcampaign.com/2025/08/27/n...
maynoothcyclingcampaign.com/2025/08/27/n...
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Maynooth Unearthed - Workshop with Artist Rachel Sweeney
Maynooth Community Library
"Rachel will share her DEEP MAPPING approach as a way to support fresh thinking around how we design our movement and mobility around Maynooth town"
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/kildareartsservice/1778570 […]
Maynooth Community Library
"Rachel will share her DEEP MAPPING approach as a way to support fresh thinking around how we design our movement and mobility around Maynooth town"
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/kildareartsservice/1778570 […]
Original post on mastodon.ie
mastodon.ie
August 26, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Maynooth Unearthed - Workshop with Artist Rachel Sweeney
Maynooth Community Library
"Rachel will share her DEEP MAPPING approach as a way to support fresh thinking around how we design our movement and mobility around Maynooth town"
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/kildareartsservice/1778570 […]
Maynooth Community Library
"Rachel will share her DEEP MAPPING approach as a way to support fresh thinking around how we design our movement and mobility around Maynooth town"
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/kildareartsservice/1778570 […]
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SUVs (not just oversized) endanger vulnerable road users.
Electric or fossil-fuel, they harm health and the environment.
They waste space and symbolise failed transport policy.
Our streets should be full of children and adults cycling, not clogged with SUVs.
SUVs don’t belong in our cities!
Electric or fossil-fuel, they harm health and the environment.
They waste space and symbolise failed transport policy.
Our streets should be full of children and adults cycling, not clogged with SUVs.
SUVs don’t belong in our cities!
Opinion: Supersized SUVs are more dangerous to pedestrians. Is it time for an extra levy on new ones?
The Debate: Is a proposed weight tax on heavier cars per kilogramme really about safety – or more about punishing the smug?
www.irishtimes.com
August 27, 2025 at 8:08 AM
SUVs (not just oversized) endanger vulnerable road users.
Electric or fossil-fuel, they harm health and the environment.
They waste space and symbolise failed transport policy.
Our streets should be full of children and adults cycling, not clogged with SUVs.
SUVs don’t belong in our cities!
Electric or fossil-fuel, they harm health and the environment.
They waste space and symbolise failed transport policy.
Our streets should be full of children and adults cycling, not clogged with SUVs.
SUVs don’t belong in our cities!
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Let’s fuel health not harm #BanFossilAds
April 9, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Let’s fuel health not harm #BanFossilAds
Well, the day has arrived. Tonight, (Thurs 15th May), we are looking forward to screening the MOTHERLOAD film in the Glenroyal Hotel. Hoping to be inspired and encouraged by the positivity of the changes that other communities have embraced.
@MOTHERLOADmovie #lesscarmorego #maynooth
@MOTHERLOADmovie #lesscarmorego #maynooth
May 15, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Well, the day has arrived. Tonight, (Thurs 15th May), we are looking forward to screening the MOTHERLOAD film in the Glenroyal Hotel. Hoping to be inspired and encouraged by the positivity of the changes that other communities have embraced.
@MOTHERLOADmovie #lesscarmorego #maynooth
@MOTHERLOADmovie #lesscarmorego #maynooth
Only 3 days to go until the screening of MOTHERLOAD in the Glenroyal at 8:00pm. If you are not sure you want to see it, check out the trailer. Tickets are free at Eventbrite but numbers are limited.
May 12, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Only 3 days to go until the screening of MOTHERLOAD in the Glenroyal at 8:00pm. If you are not sure you want to see it, check out the trailer. Tickets are free at Eventbrite but numbers are limited.
In 7 days, MCC will screen the award winning film MOTHERLOAD in the Glenroyal Hotel at 8:00pm. The film considers climate change, cargo bikes and building resilient communities. Places are limited but we hope that you can join us. Tickets are free at Eventbrite.
May 8, 2025 at 3:21 PM
In 7 days, MCC will screen the award winning film MOTHERLOAD in the Glenroyal Hotel at 8:00pm. The film considers climate change, cargo bikes and building resilient communities. Places are limited but we hope that you can join us. Tickets are free at Eventbrite.
We support the cacll by the Irish Doctors for the Environment for a 12 month trial of a cycle lane on the Strand Road.
Trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months
Dublin City Council won its legal case after years of Court battles. We cannot listen to those who are trying to block quick action on climate change, road safety, and increasing mobility options.
Please sign and share!
Dublin City Council won its legal case after years of Court battles. We cannot listen to those who are trying to block quick action on climate change, road safety, and increasing mobility options.
Please sign and share!
Trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months
I've just signed this petition calling on the council to trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months. Will you sign too?
my.uplift.ie
May 7, 2025 at 8:46 PM
We support the cacll by the Irish Doctors for the Environment for a 12 month trial of a cycle lane on the Strand Road.
Maynooth Cycling Campaign, in conjunction with Kildare County Council, is delighted to announce that it will screen the award winning film MOTHERLOAD in the Glenroyal Hotel at 8pm on 15th May as part of Bike Week 2025. Tickets are free and are available from www.eventbrite.ie/e/screening-....
Screening of the award winning film MOTHERLOAD
Join us for a special screening of the incredible award-winning film MOTHERLOAD!
www.eventbrite.ie
May 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Maynooth Cycling Campaign, in conjunction with Kildare County Council, is delighted to announce that it will screen the award winning film MOTHERLOAD in the Glenroyal Hotel at 8pm on 15th May as part of Bike Week 2025. Tickets are free and are available from www.eventbrite.ie/e/screening-....
I've just signed this petition calling on the council to trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months. Will you sign too? my.uplift.ie/petitions/tr... @uplift-ireland.bsky.social
Trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months
I've just signed this petition calling on the council to trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months. Will you sign too?
my.uplift.ie
April 30, 2025 at 7:20 PM
I've just signed this petition calling on the council to trial a Strand Road cycle path for 12 months. Will you sign too? my.uplift.ie/petitions/tr... @uplift-ireland.bsky.social
Even in rural Kildare,
Cycle + Public Transport = Mobility for All
- #cyclingforall #sustainabletransport #access_maynooth
Cycle + Public Transport = Mobility for All
- #cyclingforall #sustainabletransport #access_maynooth
April 24, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Even in rural Kildare,
Cycle + Public Transport = Mobility for All
- #cyclingforall #sustainabletransport #access_maynooth
Cycle + Public Transport = Mobility for All
- #cyclingforall #sustainabletransport #access_maynooth
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Over 100 people cycled from the city centre along Strand Road and back this evening seeking a cycle path to be trialled on Strand Road after the Court of Appeal earlier today cleared all legal obstacles for that to happen:
April 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Over 100 people cycled from the city centre along Strand Road and back this evening seeking a cycle path to be trialled on Strand Road after the Court of Appeal earlier today cleared all legal obstacles for that to happen:
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Streets are the biggest public space in cities, yet decades of car-centric thinking has relegated them to nothing more than traffic sewers.
There is a movement spreading around the world to reimagine them from places to pass through into places to pass time.
www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-055
There is a movement spreading around the world to reimagine them from places to pass through into places to pass time.
www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-055
April 11, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Streets are the biggest public space in cities, yet decades of car-centric thinking has relegated them to nothing more than traffic sewers.
There is a movement spreading around the world to reimagine them from places to pass through into places to pass time.
www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-055
There is a movement spreading around the world to reimagine them from places to pass through into places to pass time.
www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-055
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Any political “leader” still selling the obviously false choice between #ClimateAction and “the economy” is just reminding us that they clearly don’t understand either the climate crisis OR the economy. Or they’re cynically hope that WE don’t. Or both.
April 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Any political “leader” still selling the obviously false choice between #ClimateAction and “the economy” is just reminding us that they clearly don’t understand either the climate crisis OR the economy. Or they’re cynically hope that WE don’t. Or both.
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To great uncertainty and controversy, in 2007, Ljubljana closed 12 hectares of its city center to private cars. At the time, 40% of residents approved.
A decade later, no less than 97% were against reopening the streets to motor traffic: “None of us can really imagine cars ever staging a comeback”.
A decade later, no less than 97% were against reopening the streets to motor traffic: “None of us can really imagine cars ever staging a comeback”.
March 26, 2025 at 10:25 AM
To great uncertainty and controversy, in 2007, Ljubljana closed 12 hectares of its city center to private cars. At the time, 40% of residents approved.
A decade later, no less than 97% were against reopening the streets to motor traffic: “None of us can really imagine cars ever staging a comeback”.
A decade later, no less than 97% were against reopening the streets to motor traffic: “None of us can really imagine cars ever staging a comeback”.
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The school run in Amersfoort, dozens and dozens of young children independently cycling to school in safety. Imagine the congestion if they all came by car!
March 14, 2025 at 7:03 PM
The school run in Amersfoort, dozens and dozens of young children independently cycling to school in safety. Imagine the congestion if they all came by car!
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One thing that is very noticeable in the Netherlands is the huge amount of elderly or people with mobility issues you see everywhere, all the time. The network of protected cycle tracks, low traffic neighbourhoods and car free streets gives these people so much freedom
March 11, 2025 at 4:43 PM
One thing that is very noticeable in the Netherlands is the huge amount of elderly or people with mobility issues you see everywhere, all the time. The network of protected cycle tracks, low traffic neighbourhoods and car free streets gives these people so much freedom
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Theophile de Bockstraat, Amsterdam in 1975 and today
March 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Theophile de Bockstraat, Amsterdam in 1975 and today