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New €7m fund to support community groups across the country
Funding worth €7 million has been announced to assist thousands of community groups across the country under the new Department...
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Minister Humphreys launches €20 million funding for 'Our Rural Future'
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has today (Thursday, October 17) announced a further €20 million fund as...
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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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€164m announced for regeneration projects in rural Ireland
Record funding of €164 million for 30 landmark regeneration projects across the country has been announced by Minister for Rural...
Rural Life
Over €200,000 for walking trails - Humphreys
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has today (Wednesday, June 21) announced funding of over €209,000 to upgrade...
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Planning laws must support people building on their land - minister
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has told the Dáil that planning regulations should help people to...
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€13m to tackle dereliction and vacancy in rural Ireland - Humphreys
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has today (Monday, March 27) announced a new €13 million fund designed...
Rural Life
Over 100 stakeholders gather to discuss support for rural areas
Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Joe O’Brien, today (Tuesday, November 15) opened the 6th Rural...
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€787,000 in funding for Aran Islands development
Funding of €787,000 to carry out a number of capital works on the Aran Islands has been announced by the...
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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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€2.75m for community projects in rural Ireland
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys has today (Tuesday, September 13) announced over €2.75 million in funding to...
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€15.5m announced for development of outdoor projects
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has announced €15.5 million in funding for 84 outdoor adventure projects. The...
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124 towns and villages in line for €7m rural funding boost
124 towns and villages will benefit from a new €7 million fund to support the enhancement of streetscapes and shopfronts,...
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Smart farming projects sought for digital innovation programme
The government has launched a €500,000 programme to support rural digital initiatives, such as smart farming and connectivity projects. Launching...
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Views of public sought on development of outdoor amenities
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has launched a public consultation on Ireland’s first National Outdoor Recreation Strategy....
Rural Life
€15 million earmarked to revitalise rural towns and villages
€15 million in funding has been announced to help revitalise rural towns and villages post Covid-19. Revealed by Minister for...
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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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Our Rural Future: €14m fund announced to support outdoor activities
€14 million in funding has been announced for outdoor recreation projects and investment that will support the adventure tourism sector...
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New rural development policy 'cannot become another false dawn'
Opposition parties have shown concern over the government’s newly launched five year rural development policy, and whether the “aspirational commitments”...
