Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 15 September 2022
125. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the number of applications nationwide to the new community centre fund; the number that came from County Kerry; the overall value of applications; when she expects to announce the successful applicants; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45003/22]
View answerThe Community Centres Investment Fund application closing date was Thursday 14th July 2022, and 1,048 applications were received with funding of almost €71 million sought. I can confirm to the Deputy that 40 applications were received from County Kerry.
The appraisal process is currently ongoing. All applications will be subject to a competitive assessment process based on the assessment criteria as set out in the fund guidelines.
Due to the high level of applications to the fund, it is expected to be quarter 4 of 2022 when applicants are notified of the outcome of the application and appraisal process.
