Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
2037. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the way in which a sum of approximately €172,000 announced as part of the town and village renewal scheme 2019 for Bunratty, County Clare has been used; if the works associated with this funding allocation have been delayed or cancelled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63154/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Town and Village Renewal Scheme provides funding to support the revitalisation of our rural towns and villages.
I can confirm that the Bunratty village project, referred to by the Deputy, was awarded funding of €137,600 through the 2019 Town and Village Renewal Scheme. Clare County Council, who are responsible for managing the project, sought changes to the scope of the project in late 2020 which were approved by my Department.
The revised project now proposes to fund streetscape improvements, pedestrianisation along the old Ennis road, improved public space (incorporating bandstand and seating), high quality signage and a village plan providing the basis for potential further investment in the village.
I understand that progress on the project has not advanced as quickly as originally planned and that Clare County Council has sought, and been provided with, an extension to the end of October 2022 in order to bring the project to completion. The local community group promoting the project has been informed.
