New construction in Athy Square is an act of corporate vandalism – Daly

The erection of a CCTV mast in Athy’s heritage Emily square is nothing short of vandalism to our town according to Cllr Richard Daly of Athy.

“Without notice or consultation with residents of public representatives Kildare County Council allowed the erection of a totally inappropriate post/pillar/standard in our heritage square. The construction is distasteful and clashes with the tree lined, cobbled square.

I have tabled motions with both Kildare and Athy councils for the immediate removal of the pole which is seen by the local community as a very high handed intrusion into the town. As our tourist season begins with several major festivals being held this year this latest addition to our square shows in how little regard we hold our heritage status.

I have received several calls from people who are extremely annoyed at the disrespect show to our community and it becomes embarrassing for local representatives to be associated with such vandalism to our town by the very people who should be promoting it.”