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Derelict and dangerous sites
Derelict and dangerous sites Services Planning and Building Local authorities deal with derelict sites in order to make areas safer, improve their appearance, or to help create housing. Local authorities deal with derelict sites in order to make areas … -
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Vacant sites
Vacant sites Services Planning and Building Find out about how local authorities bring vacant sites back into productive use and encourage development in areas where it’s needed. Vacant sites are lands that are bigger than 0.05 hectares and considered by … -
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New uniform approach to local authority complaints handling
New uniform approach to local authority complaints handling Ireland's local authorities have introduced a new standardised complaints handling policy and procedure. The County and City Management Association (CCMA) developed the policy with the Office of … -
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Link to Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) research
Link to Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) research The role of the Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) is to ensure that local authorities and An Coimisiún Pleanála correctly implement national and regional policy at all stages of the planning … -
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Nationwide celebrations as Ireland Reads Day returns
Nationwide celebrations as Ireland Reads Day returns The biggest national celebration of reading takes place this Saturday as the country comes together to mark Ireland Reads Day. Our public libraries are bringing reading to life through a rich variety of … -
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Behind the scenes at Ireland’s St Patrick’s Day parades
Behind the scenes at Ireland’s St Patrick’s Day parades Thousands of people throng the streets every St Patrick's Day to enjoy parades, music and pageantry. But preparation for the event begins months beforehand. We take a look at the vital work local … -
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Beyond the cúpla focail: how local authorities help the Irish language thrive
Beyond the cúpla focail: how local authorities help the Irish language thrive Seachtain na Gaeilge is a key annual celebration of the Irish language, proudly supported by local authorities. That support continues all year round, through initiatives such … -
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6 events celebrating Imbolc and St Brigid's Day across Ireland
6 events celebrating Imbolc and St Brigid's Day across Ireland From vibrant parades to traditional craft workshops, local authorities across Ireland are marking the St Brigid's Day bank holiday weekend with a rich programme of events celebrating Irish … -
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WAM graduate programme now open for applications
WAM graduate programme now open for applications Applications are now open for the WAM (Willing Able Mentoring) graduate programme with local authorities, a paid and mentored programme exclusively for graduates with disabilities. For the 2026 intake, 23 … -
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Ireland Reads campaign encourages everyone to get lost in a good book
Ireland Reads campaign encourages everyone to get lost in a good book Ireland Reads is back for 2026! The national campaign encouraging everyone in Ireland to Get Lost in a Good Book will take place throughout the month of February. Date 19 February 2026 … -
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Keeping beaches safe: what it's like to work as a lifeguard
Keeping beaches safe: what it's like to work as a lifeguard Every summer, trained lifeguards take up positions on beaches and rivers across Ireland, watching over popular outdoor spaces and keeping swimmers safe. It is a role that requires skill and …