Insight Podcast with Frank Curran, Chief Executive

Welcome to the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Insight Podcast. In this episode, we’re speaking with Frank Curran, Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council.

We explore the Council’s priorities for the county  from delivering high-quality services and key infrastructure to advancing climate action, sustainability and housing. We also look at the importance of strong communities and collaboration, and how local government is responding to the changing needs of residents, businesses and visitors.

Frank highlights the importance of working in partnership, particularly with our elected members, whose deep understanding of local issues and community needs helps shape effective responses on the ground.

He also emphasises the need for long-term, sustainable thinking creating more liveable places, investing in infrastructure, and embedding climate action across everything we do. We discuss the day-to-day realities of leading a local authority, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and what success looks like for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown in the years to come.

We hope you enjoy the latest episode.