Dept Rural & Community Development & the Gaeltacht

On this World Drowning Prevention Day, the 1st Galway St. Joseph’s Scout Group is sharing a powerful reminder about water safety: think SAFE – Stay Away From Edges. Whenever you're near any body of water, take a moment to pause and think SAFE. Slippery rocks, sudden drops, and…

Today is World Drowning Prevention Day, where people from across Ireland are encouraged to come together to remember those lost and raise awareness. Read more and watch personal water safety stories: loom.ly/FR-oGa8 #DrowningPrevention @WaterSafetyIE @jerrybuttimer

🤝 It was a busy day on Tuesday as we welcomed Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, @daracalleary TD, to the county where he officially opened three transformative community projects. First stop was Omeath, where Minister Calleary opened the Omeath…

On Tuesday, Minister @daracalleary opened nearly €3M in regeneration works in Omeath, Co. Louth, delivering a new pedestrian zone and greenway arrival space that reconnects the village to its natural setting. Read more: loom.ly/cCHB4dE @louthcoco

Foilsíonn Cigireacht na Roinne Oideachais agus Óige an tuarascáil ilchodach ar phríomhchinntí na gcigireachtaí ar chúrsaí i gcoláistí Gaeilge idir 2022 agus 2024 Léigh an tuarascáil anseo: gov.ie/ga/an-roinn-oi…

❓Did you know?.. Through the Community Services Programme #CommunityServicesProg , @DeptRCDG supports community-based organisations to provide: 📍Local 🧑‍🤝‍🧑Social 💶Economic 🌎& Environmental services to meet needs and provide #employment locally!

A stakeholder consultation is currently underway to help shape the next strategy to support the Community and Voluntary sector in Ireland. Complete the consultation ⬇️ loom.ly/6I9fCg8

There are 123 Agricultural Shows taking place right across the country. Shows are a key component of life in rural Ireland. This year over €1 million in funding was provided by the Department supporting shows. See more at: irishshows.org @irish_shows @daracalleary

Minister @daracalleary reiterates the importance of CAP to rural Ireland. Read more: loom.ly/bfXWPjE

A new strategy to support the Community and Voluntary sector in Ireland is currently being developed. For more information to complete the consultation click the link below: loom.ly/6I9fCg8

My Future fund, the new auto-enrolment retirement savings scheme is coming. You pay in,Your employer pays in, and the State tops it up. For more information visit gov.ie/ae #MyFutureFund

The 2025 Town and Village Renewal Scheme is designed to support the revitalisation and resilience of rural Ireland through an ongoing focus on town centre regeneration and enhancing economic and social vibrancy. Closing date: July 25th, 2025. Read more: loom.ly/8EzWgdw

Know your flags this summer season.☀️ ✅ Red Flag 🚩 Dangerous conditions, do not swim. ✅ Red and Yellow Flag 🟥🟨 Lifeguard on duty, but swim with care and within the designated areas ✅ A black and white checkered flag 🏁 on the beach marks a zone for surfboards, kayaks,…

Ireland’s new World Heritage Strategy outlines our ambition to increase the number of World Heritage Properties in Ireland, supporting tourism and economic growth Read more: bit.ly/4lGVnbf

A very good morning of parliamentary questions with @daracalleary on behalf of @DeptRCDG in @OireachtasNews

Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council has been awarded €4.4m in funding through the €1.14bn PEACEPLUS Programme. The funding will support a diverse range of projects aimed at addressing local challenges and promoting peace and prosperity throughout the council area. Read more:…

Clárú-Uathoibríoch ag teacht. Cuirfear tús le scéim nua coigiltis scoir d'fhostaithe ar an 1 Eanáir 2026. Faigh amach cé acu an mbeidh tú cláraithe go huathoibríoch ag gov.ie/ClárúUathoibrí….

Want to get out and about this summer? There are lots of scenic walks and trails all over the country like Slievemore Heritage Trail, which twists and turns through the breathtaking landscape of Achill Island. Find walks and activities near you at getirelandactive.ie

📣 A new 5-year strategy for Ireland’s community & voluntary sector is in the works! 🗣️ We want your input via a public consultation — open till 15 Aug 2025. Help shape the future ⬇️ loom.ly/6I9fCg8

Minister @daracalleary announces new heavy cargo services for four islands off the coast of Cork. Read More: loom.ly/QI9OTVM