The Pat Kenny Show Kilmore West playground was burnt out last night
Nov 17, 2025
Alison Field, a Labour Party councillor for Dublin Bay North, discusses the devastating recent arson attack on the Kilmore West playground, which had taken six years to establish. She shares insights on the immediate damage, including a destroyed slide, and highlights alarming patterns of local vandalism, drawing parallels with other incidents. Alison emphasizes the need for community vigilance to aid in repairs, while addressing the broader impact on local children and youth services. Her passion for securing a safer playground location shines through as she outlines next steps for the community.
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Joyful Opening Of A Hard-Won Playground
- Kilmore West residents celebrated a long-fought new playground when it opened and children loved it immediately.
- Alison Field described the opening as a fantastic sunny day with children enjoying cookies and play.
Damage Was Localised But Significant
- The fire primarily destroyed one wooden slide/climbing structure rather than the entire playground.
- Alison Field hopes the damaged piece can be cleaned or replaced quickly so other equipment is safe for children.
Nearby Public Toilets Were Also Set On Fire
- Councillor Field recalled recent arson at local public toilets in St. James's Park two weeks earlier.
- She is contacting Dublin Fire Brigade to see if the incidents are connected.