The 76th Fine Gael Ard Fheis on March 30 and 31 is critically important. It will be the first time in 16 years that we will have an Ard Fheis while in government.

The Ard Fheis will provide an opportunity for all members of the Party to shape policy as we move together towards our goal of restoring economic sovereignty by creating a climate for growth.

The Party's unprecedented success in the 2011 General Election, when the people made Fine Gael the biggest political party in the State, was a product of the hard work of its many loyal members.

Now, once again, our great national movement is tasked with steering Ireland through difficult times and rebuilding the economy. It is a challenge from which Fine Gael has not shirked.

The fact that Fine Gael faces this challenge with passion, confidence and vigour is a tribute to every member of the Party who has worked to change Ireland for the better.

Fine Gael in government is delivering on its promise to work unstintingly to re-establish economic independence by growing the economy.

As a result of government decisions, international investor confidence in Ireland has increased significantly and the perception of this country abroad has improved.

Job creation remains the Government's number one priority. Ireland's workforce remains exceptionally young, well educated and eager to work hard. This country has great potential. This Ard Fheis is about inviting our members to play their part in shaping the future.

Fine Gael must continue as the driving force in local democracy and stay at the forefront of Ireland's representation in the European Parliament. Ard Fheis 2012 will mark an initial step in our preparations for the Local and European Elections of 2014.

There will also be a variety of social events on both Friday and Saturday nights. You are encouraged to come along.

We look forward to seeing you there: Play your part.

Enjoy the weekend.

An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny TD

The Convention Centre Dublin, North Wall Quay, Dublin 1.

By Road

The Convention Centre Dublin (CCD) is located at North Wall Quay, Dublin 1. The distinctive tilted glass building is located on the northern banks of the Liffey between the Custom House and The O2.

N1

• Take the Port Tunnel, exiting on to East Wall Road
• Continue straight; turn right at The O2 roundabout (2nd exit)
• Continue along the north quays; Convention Centre is on your right, just before the Beckett Bridge

Or

• Continue towards City Centre, via Fairview and Amiens Street
• Turn left at the IFSC, and travel along the north quays
• Pass Jurys Inn and The Clarion Hotel; Convention Centre is on your left, just after the Beckett Bridge

N2

• Continue on to Glasnevin, Phibsborough; pass Phibsborough Shopping Centre, and turn left at junction
• Continue straight ahead, past Mountjoy Prison and the Mater; straight all the way to the Five Lamps; continue straight on Follow road around to the right at St. Laurence O'Toole's Church
• Turn left when you reach the north quays, and you have arrived

N3

Continue straight along Navan Road, New Cabra Road, through Phibsborough, past Mountjoy - as above

N4/5/6/7

• From Heuston Station, follow signs for City Centre; travel along North Quays
• Pass the Custom House, Jurys Inn and The Clarion; Convention Centre is on your left, just after the Beckett Bridge

N11

Cross the Liffey at the East-Link bridge; turn left, and continue along the north quays; Convention Centre is on your right, just before the Beckett Bridge

Or

From Ballsbridge, turn right down Shelbourne Road; pass Kitty O'Shea's and Treasury Building; turn right on to Macken Street; continue straight - passing the Grand Canal Theatre, and Maldron Hotel; cross the Beckett Bridge to reach the Convention Centre

SAT Navigation

If you are using a satellite navigation system, please enter the coordinates: N 53 20 51.5 W 6 14 24.6
Loc8 Code: Loc8 Code is NN6-16-S23

• The Luas Red Line runs directly behind the CCD, conveniently linking to Connolly and Heuston rail stations, as well as Busáras and the Red Cow. Stops adjacent to the CCD are provided at Mayor Square and Spencer Dock. The Red Line operates from Tallaght Station.
• Pearse Street, Tara Street and Connolly DART stations are located within 20 minutes walking distance from the CCD.
• Daily rate for Park'n'Ride at LUAS Red Cow is €4

By Bike

There are two Dublin Bike stations located in the Docklands area beside the CCD:

• Custom House Quay - Northside beside the Sean O'Casey Bridge
• Pearse Street - Southside near Pearse Street Train Station

The Convention Centre Car Park

Opening times
Monday to Saturday: 7.00am to Midnight
Sunday: 8.00am to Midnight

Rates
Hourly rate: €3.00
Daily rate:€15.00
Evening Rate: €9.00

Note: Pre-booking Group Discount rates available

Access

On Guild Street (coming from Samuel Becket Bridge) take the first right turn and then right turn down the ramp to the car park under the Convention Centre building

Along North Wall Quay past the front of the Convention Centre and take the next left turn, take the next left and then left turn down the ramp to the car park
Contact Details: Please contact Park Rite for further information in relation to parking for events. Tel: 01 542 5600 Email: info@parkrite.com

Other car parks

Point Village/Gibson Hotel Car Park: 880 spaces; discounted rate of €14 for 24 hours - for Gibson Hotel guests; non-residents - €20 daily, €10 evening; 10 minute walk

Grand Canal Square/Maldron Hotel: 150 spaces; daily rate €20; Maldron Hotel guests - 24 hours - €12, €10 overnight; pre-booking recommended; (8 disabled spaces) Open 7.00-24.00, non-residents (operated by Q Park) 7 minute walk

IFSC/Jurys Inn: 360 spaces from €3.50 per hour; Jurys Inn guests €14.40 overnight/24 hours; A daily rate of €7 is available on presentation of Ard Fheis Registration Card. Open 8.00-22.00 (10.00-22.00 Sunday); operated by Park Rite. 7 minute walk

Clarion Hotel: Private car park for hotel guests; €15 overnight; 5 minute walk

National College of Ireland: 104 spaces; from €2.50 per-hour; 5 minute walk

Connolly Station Car Park, Lower Sheriff Street: 460 spaces; from €7 per-day; 15 minute walk

LUAS Red Cow: Daily rate for Park 'n' Ride at LUAS Red Cow is €4
Car park details are subject to change, so we advise you to check with the car park operator for the latest information.

(Rates per-room, per night)

Gibson Hotel (10 minutes walk)
The Point Village, East Wall Road, Dublin 1. Tel: 01 681 5000
Email: info@thegibsonhotel.ie
www.thegibsonhotel.ie
E109 (B&B PN single room) E119 (B&B PN double room)

Maldron Hotel, Cardiff Lane (7 minutes walk)
Cardiff Lane, Dublin 2. Tel: 01 643 9500
Email: info.cardifflane@maldronhotels.com
www.maldronhotels.com
E110 (B&B PN single room) E120 (B&B PN double room)

Jurys Inn Custom House (7 minutes walk)
Custom House Quay, Dublin 1. Tel: 01 854 1500
Email: jurysinncustomhouse@jurysinns.com
www.jurysinns.com
Please quote 'Ard' when making a reservation
E99 (B&B PN single room) E109 (B&B PN double room)

Clarion Hotel IFSC (5 minutes walk)
North Wall Quay, Dublin 1. Tel: 01 433 8800
Email: info@clarionhotelifsc.com
www.clarionhotelifsc.com
E120 (B&B PN single room) E130 (B&B PN double room)