21/06/2011

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Press Release: 21^st June 2011

Mayor Marie Corr officially launches National Bike Week in South Dublin County

South Dublin County Council will be marking National Bike Week from the 18th to 26th June 2011 with a variety of activities for all the family including bicycle maintenance workshops, lectures, nature tours in parks, quizzes and cycling competitions scheduled to take place at different locations around the county. The highlight for the week is a ‘Bicycle Flash Mob’ which will take place on Wednesday 22nd June 2011 at 11am. In conjunction with the Gardai, the Council will temporarily close the Walkinstown Roundabout to all motorists while cyclists circle the roundabout for just 2 minutes.The event will be covered by a number of cameras and it is planned to put the event coverage online as soon as possible.

Speaking at the event Mayor Corr said “I am delighted to be here today to launch South Dublin County Council’s 2011 National Bike Week. This is a weeklong program promoted by the Department of Transport as part of the “Smarter Travel Initiative” to get us all up and cycling. I wish to congratulate the many businesses, schools, community groups, and the staff of South Dublin County Council for working together to bring the spirit of the National Bike Week to South Dublin County and also for planning an impressive programme of events”.

There are over 150 kilometers of cycle tracks in South Dublin County and Bike Week is a great opportunity for people to get on their bikes whether it is for commuting or for recreation.

Check out further information on all these events on www.sdcc.ie or www.bikeweek.ie .

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For further information contact 01 4149285 or communications@sdublincoco.ie

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  Mayor Corr launches National Bike Week