A €47,500 funding package has been allocated to support a range of capital works on Donegal’s offshore islands.
The funding will allow for road works to be carried out on Arranmore, Tory and Island Roy.
Donegal County Council will provide co-funding for these works:
Announcing the funding today, Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD said: “The Government’s new policy for rural development, Our Rural Future, commits to investing in critical infrastructure throughout rural Ireland, including our offshore islands.
“I am therefore delighted today to announce funding of €1.1m towards capital projects on islands off Cork, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Donegal.
“The funding will allow the relevant Local Authorities to undertake improvement works on the islands. These improvements will greatly benefit these communities, as well as those visiting these beautiful locations.
“Our coastal islands are an integral part of the State’s heritage and hold a wealth of cultural tradition. Funding for these projects further demonstrate the Government’s commitment to supporting our island communities.
“Additional projects are being evaluated at present and a second round of funding for will be announced shortly.”
