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This week the Arts Council and Ireland’s 31 local authorities celebrate four decades of working together to support the arts and creativity. 

Local authorities across Ireland help set the stage for businesses to start up, grow and thrive.

With its mix of age-old traditions and fun family events, Halloween is a time to look forward to. Local authorities work hard to ensure people can enjoy it safely.

The Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Programme, which allows employees to upskill in vital areas as they work, was officially launched on 21 October.

Dog Wardens help ensure that dog ownership works for everyone - the owners, the dogs, and the wider community.

Climate change is a global issue, but much of the work to address it happens at the local level. Climate action teams in local authorities play a key role in helping communities respond and adapt.

Get ready for a night of inspiration and imagination — Culture Night returns this Friday, 19 September.

The summer season may be ending but local authority Tourism Officers are unstinting. Learn how their innovative approaches continue to boost visitor numbers right throughout the year.

Refugee Week 2025 was held in June this summer and brought the theme Community as a Superpower to life through arts, sport and storytelling. Here's a snapshot of the inspiring events that took place across the country. 

Heritage Week runs from 16–24 August 2025. From blacksmithing and thatching to medieval tours and children’s nature trails, it's packed with free events for everyone to enjoy.

Over half of Ireland's local authorities have been shortlisted in the upcoming Ireland eGovernment Awards.