Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 June 2022
949. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the funding that is being provided for a community centre (details supplied) in Kilgarvan, County Kerry while a dispute is ongoing with the workers on a community employment scheme; and the steps that can be taken in relation to the matter. [34084/22]
View answerI launched the Community Centres Investment Fund on the 15th April 2022. This is a €15m fund to support community groups, particularly in disadvantaged areas, with the upgrade of their community centre facilities.
To date, my Department does not appear to have received an application from the group referred to, however, applications can be made up until the closing date of Thursday 14th July 2022 at 3:00pm.
Funding will be on the basis of a competitive assessment process. It is expected that this fund will be oversubscribed and it will not be possible to fund all proposals with the budget available. Guidelines and a sample application form are available at www.gov.ie/en/service/fec91-community-centres-investment-fund/
