Cllr. Janet Horner

A better way starts with us

Who am I?

I am the Green Party representative for the North-Inner City on Dublin City Council, a community which has been my home for over six years. I have lived in Ireland, England, Uganda and India working in politics, human rights and community development projects. I’m a trade union activist and currently hold a position on the SIPTU Equality Committee. I am a feminist and advocate for gender equality. I worked closely with others as part of the Dublin Central Together for Yes campaign to repeal the eighth amendment in 2018. I am a daily cyclist in Dublin I am passionate about improving walking and cycling conditions in our city to ensure that everyone, of all ages, genders and abilities, can safely use and enjoy our shared public streets. I hold a degree in Anthropology and Development Studies and a Masters in Politics and Public Policy.

My priorities

  • Safe Streets to Walk and Cycle

  • Decent and Affordable Housing

  • Clean Air and Water

  • Human Rights and Equality

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Latest news

Zebra Crossings are coming to Dublin City Council

Mon, Mar 6, 2023

I chaired a working group of Councillors and Council staff to consider whether we should proceed with a programme of zebra crossings and am delighted to have full support from the Council now. I believe this is a progressive and important step to giving pedestrians greater priority across the city.

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Dublin's E-Scooters: Issues, Concerns and Opportunities

Thu, Feb 23, 2023

E-scooters get plenty of good and (mainly) bad press in Dublin. Many people worry that they are a danger to pedestrians or to the users themselves. But they are continuing to grow in popularity and as a fast, cheap and (somewhat) sustainable way to get around the city, they have a role to play in the future of Dublin's transport. Here I've tried to address some of the questions and concerns I frequently hear about them and what the Government and Council can/should do next.

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Works on the Royal Canal Greenway Phase 3 begin

Thu, Feb 9, 2023

The Royal Canal Greenway from North Strand to Phibsborough will begin work soon. This is currently a well-used, but a little neglected, walking and cycling route. The upgrade will provide new greening, wider and segregated paths and a new bridge over the canal. I am excited to see this project finally underway and think it will be a huge asset for the area. However, I have a few concerns about the process and final design.

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Gritting the footpaths

Mon, Dec 12, 2022

Like so many others, I have been really frustrated over the past few days as the temperatures have plummeted and our footpaths have become incredible dangerous and icy. Dublin City Council currently has a policy of only gritting the road carriageways when conditions are icy to make it safer to drive but they do not grit the footpaths. This leave the paths treacherous for all who use them. I have written to the city manager looking for an urgent change of policy.

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