Robert Troy
Question:247. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she will provide an update on the applications for town and village renewal funding for organisations (details supplied). [33034/22]
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The Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) was introduced in 2016 and is one of a number of measures designed to rejuvenate rural towns and villages throughout Ireland. The Scheme is administered through local authorities, who work closely with local communities and businesses to develop proposals that can make a lasting impact in revitalising rural towns and villages across the country. Since the launch of the Scheme in 2016, almost €113 million has been allocated to more than 1,400 projects across Ireland.
I can confirm an application for funding was submitted to my Department by the organisation referred to by the Deputy under the 2020 Town & Village Renewal Scheme. Funding through the Scheme is awarded on a competitive basis. The successful projects were announced on 8th January 2021 following assessment of the applications by my Department and unfortunately the application in question was unsuccessful.
It should be noted that the 2022 TVRS is now open for applications, with a closing date for the submission of applications of 22nd July 2022. The community group in question may wish to explore the possibility of submitting an application through their local authority for this year's Scheme. It is expected that successful application under the 2022 scheme will be announced towards the end of the year.