Local Development Companies

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 October 2020

Tuesday, 20 October 2020

Ceisteanna (814)

Paul McAuliffe

Ceist:

814. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development her plans for local development companies; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31104/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Rural and Community Development

Local Development Companies (LDCs) implement a range of programmes on behalf of a number of Government Departments.

In relation to my Department, LDCs are involved in the delivery of the Social Inclusion Community Activation Programme (SICAP) and the LEADER programme. LDCs are a valued stakeholder and will continue to play a vital role in implementing each of these programmes locally.