t seems Christmas came early for Cork’s Douglas as the bustling suburb earns a coveted spot on Uber Ireland’s “Nice List” for 2024. While Stoneybatter in Dublin might be in need of a yuletide miracle to shed its place atop the “Naughty List,” Corkonians can proudly claim a slice of the festive cheer pie.

Uber Ireland’s annual rankings are based on passenger behaviour, with top marks awarded for courtesy, punctuality, and general cheerfulness. Douglas’ inclusion is a testament to its friendly and respectful residents, joining other winners like Waterford City, Castletroy in Limerick, and Sligo Town in showcasing Ireland’s community spirit.

Kieran Harte, General Manager of Uber Ireland, praised the initiative as a chance for reflection:

“Our ‘Naughty and Nice’ list is more than just fun—it’s an opportunity for communities to reflect on how small acts can make big differences.”

Not to leave the more mischievous Cork areas unnamed, Rochestown slipped into the “Naughty List,” down five places from last year’s standings. Perhaps a sprinkle of holiday magic—or a few polite greetings—can help them climb back to the good books in 2025.

Christmas Cheer on the Road

As the holiday season ramps up, Uber is also spreading festive joy with a 20% discount on all taxi trips for the rest of 2024. Cork residents looking to snag this deal can use the promo code SCROOGE20 via the Uber app.

Douglas’ rise to the top ten niceties reinforces what locals already know: Cork is the real capital of soundness. For those feeling a bit humbug, there’s still time to turn things around—because your Uber driver might just be checking their own version of Santa’s list!