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New govt aims to increase number of dog wardens nationwide
The new government has made a commitment to increase the number of dog wardens across the country, according to the...
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CLÁR Programme: €11.4 million for rural projects announced
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has announced €11.4 million in funding for 264 projects in rural areas...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
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Humphreys urges local groups to apply for community centre grant
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys is calling on local groups around the country to apply for funding...
Forestry
Coillte allocated €3m to enhance amenities at forest parks
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, has today (Thursday, August 15) announced funding of €3 million to develop...
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Rural roads priorities 'a matter exclusively' for councils - Humphreys
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has said that the priorities for funding of improvements for rural roads...
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'No plans' for farmer compensation fund for dog attacks on livestock
The suggestion of a compensation fund for farmers whose livestock have been attacked by dogs has been dismissed in the...
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€60,000 bursary for rural development masters students launched
The “first ever” bursary to support masters students in the area of rural development has been launched by Minister for...
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68 'town teams' to receive funding - Humphreys
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has today (Friday, May 17) announced funding of almost €700,000 to support...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
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Humphreys announces €40 million to upgrade rural laneways
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has announced a “record” funding allocation of €40 million for repairs and...
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€4m allocated under 'Our Rural Future' for outdoor recreation
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has announced funding of €4.1 million to develop and enhance 151 outdoor...
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Report: Cooperatives can be key to helping Roscommon farmers
The findings of a recent project in Co. Roscommon has provided solutions to how farmers can continue to farm sustainably...
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30 community groups to receive funding for energy costs
Community and voluntary groups paying high energy bills have received a boost following an announcement from the government today (Friday,...
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Budget 2024: €431 million for rural and community development
Budget 2024 has allocated €431 million for rural and community development for 2024 support various schemes aimed to invest in...
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Minister opens National Rural Youth Assembly at Dublin Castle
Minister of State for community development, integration and charities, Joe O’Brien, today (Tuesday, October 3) opened the third sitting of...
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RDS Announces Opening of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards
In its sixth year, the RDS Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards celebrates the work of individuals, farming families and...
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Minister outlines strategy to promote rural communities
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, today (Tuesday, August 8) published her department’s new Statement of Strategy. The...
Rural Life
Rural roads and lanes allocated further €16 million
An additional €16 million in funding has been announced for upgrade works on rural roads and laneways. The funding was...
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Coillte gets €3m to develop forests & facilities
Funding of €3 million has been announced to develop more than 300 forest parks and upgrade outdoor amenities on Coillte-owned...
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Bogs to be developed for new recreation activities
Bord na Móna is to get an initial €50,000 funding package to develop a new recreation strategy for bogs. Heather...