Realising our Rural Potential
The Department of Rural and Community Development has responsibility for promoting and facilitating long-term economic and social progress across rural Ireland. The Department is responsible for co-ordinating the Action Plan for Rural Development. Other key areas of responsibility include the implementation of the LEADER elements of the
Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 and the delivery of a range of other schemes, including a Rural Recreation Scheme, the Rural Walks Scheme, a Town and Village Enhancement scheme and the CLÁR Programme. The oversight of preparations for the timely roll-out of broadband is also a key priority.
Mr Michael Ring, TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, today announced the publication of a draft National Social Enterprise Policy for Ireland for public consultation, seeking the views of stakeholders […]
Event is aimed at groups that have received little or no funding in the past Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, today (Thursday 18th April) announced that an […]
Mr Michael Ring TD, the Minister for Rural and Community Development, today announced the launch of the 2019 Town and Village Renewal Scheme. The scheme supports the rejuvenation of rural towns […]
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