Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 October 2022
891. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the reason that certain organisations (details supplied) were deemed ineligible for the community centre investment fund; if there is an appeal process; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51365/22]
View answerI announced over €12.5M in funding for almost 600 projects under Category 1 of the Community Centres Investment Fund earlier this month.
All applications to the Community Centres Investment Fund were subject to a competitive assessment process based on the assessment criteria as set out in the fund guidelines. Unfortunately, the groups the Deputy refers to either did not meet the required threshold for funding or were deemed ineligible under the fund.
Unsuccessful applicants will have the opportunity to appeal the decision on their application. These applicants will receive confirmation of the status of their application and be provided with guidelines for the appeals process in the coming days.
Separately, I secured €20 million in funding in Budget 2023 for a targeted scheme for new build community centres as well as upgrades and improvements to existing centres. The details of this scheme are currently being developed by officials within my Department and further details will be announced in due course.
