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Hospitaller Order of Saint John of God Issue Eviction Notices To 'Illegal Occupants' of Abbey Car Park In Celbridge

Locals have reported feeling intimidated, with some saying they were chased out of the car park

The Hospitaller Order of Saint John of God has said it is is very aware of and deeply concerned with the most challenging situation that has arisen at the car park of Celbridge Abbey.

The Order has told Kfm in a statement that this week, it has instructed its solicitors to issue eviction notices to the illegal occupants.

The Order also said it is preparing follow-up legal proceedings in the event of no response to the eviction notice.

Services provided to adults with an intellectual disability by St. John of God Community Services Liffey, adjacent to the Abbey, have been disrupted and have had to be relocated, because of the behaviour of the occupants.

Kfm previously reported how a number of incidents have been reported to Gardai, with some locals feeling "intimidated" by the current situation.

Barriers, which were previously in place, were removed and have not been replaced, raising concerns among residents and local businesses.

Local businesses have also expressed their concerns, with representations on their behalf submitted to Kildare County Council.

Kfm understands that locals using the outdoor gym equipment are being chased out of the car park.

There have also been reports of fires being lit in the car park and rubbish being dumped.

The Order of Saint John of God said it appreciates the concerns of the local community and intend on resolving the matter as soon as is practicable.

 

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