Rural Life
Members of the public are being given a final chance to share their views on the next version of Ireland's rural development policy.
The IFA has encouraged farmers to contribute to an online survey, launched by the Department of Rural and Community Development
Minister Dara Calleary has launched an online public survey on the next phase of Ireland’s rural development policy, 'Our Rural Future'.
Agri Politics
Several TD's have expressed concerns about housing developments in rural Ireland in a debate about a report from the Housing Commission.
Minister Heather Humphreys will not to seek re-election at the next general election and will step down as deputy leader of Fine Gael.
A bioeconomy co-operative could help create new income streams for farmers and local employment in a north Kerry region, a new report said.
Forestry
Minister Heather Humphreys has announced funding of €3 million to develop and upgrade amenities at Coillte forest parks.
Sinn Féin spokesperson on rural development Martin Kenny said there is a "glaring omission" in the All-Island Strategic Rail Review.
The Northern and Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) is urging the government to fast-track the delivery of 13 major infrastructure projects.
The government has hosted a meeting of the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) on agriculture and rural development.
The "first ever" bursary to support masters students in the area of rural development has been launched by Minister Heather Humphreys.
Minister Heather Humphreys, has today welcomed an ESRI report that seeks to inform the development of high level monitoring for rural development.
John Curran from Co. Meath has been elected the new chair of the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) National Rural Development Committee.
Budget 2024 has allocated €431 million for rural and community development which will support various schemes aimed to invest in rural Ireland.
The Northern and Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) is calling for a €570 million stimulus package to kickstart development in the regions.
A TD has welcomed what he called the "many positive recommendations" included in the draft All-Island Strategic Rail Review.
Funding of €20 million for the development of community centres across Ireland via a grant system has been announced today.
Women in rural economies, in agriculture or in SMEs are probably one of the most untapped potentials in rural development, says Dr. Farrell
Fine Gael is holding a one-day conference on agriculture and rural development to support stronger and safer communities in rural Ireland.
Irish Water has announced a €20 million investment plan to upgrade capacity at 12 wastewater treatment plants throughout the country
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, has today launched the 2022 CLÁR programme aimed at providing rural funding.
A councillor is calling for an exemption for landowners' families to build houses on roads adjoining national primary or secondary routes.
NI Minister for Agriculture, Edwin Poots has praised rural communities for using £7.5 million fund to benefit people across generations.
