Limerick City and County Council welcomes a significant boost for rural areas following the latest round of Measure 1 Approvals under CLÁR 2025. Communities are receiving a significant boost following the announcement of €546,132 in CLÁR funding for nine local projects.
This investment will support community centres, sports facilities, playground enhancements, walking tracks and essential local infrastructure, strengthening rural communities and improving quality of life across the county.
The CLÁR Programme, delivered by the Department of Rural and Community Development, supports small-scale infrastructural projects in rural areas that have experienced population decline, ensuring that communities remain vibrant, active, and well-resourced.
Limerick City and County Council was delighted to assist the communities with their funding applications.
Funded Projects – County Limerick
|
Location |
Community Facility Name |
Description |
Funding requested |
|
Anglesborough |
Anglesborough Community Centre CLG |
Facility enhancements |
€65,000 |
|
Athea |
Athea Playground Committee |
Development of playground, astroturf, biodiversity and community garden, polytunnels, and walking track |
€65,000 |
|
Ballylanders |
Ballylanders GAA |
Construction of ball wall and preparatory works for astro pitch |
€65,000 |
|
Feenagh |
Feenagh Old Schoolhouse CLG |
Community centre upgrade |
€55,482 |
|
Galbally |
Kilmallock Municipal District Office |
Carpark upgrade |
€57,150 |
|
Glin |
Glin GAA Club |
Community walkway development |
€65,000 |
|
Kilbehenny |
Galtee Gaels GAA Club |
Development of community gym |
€65,000 |
|
Kilfinanne |
Kilmallock Municipal District Office |
Carpark upgrade |
€58,500 |
|
Kilmallock |
The Board of Management of Glenbrohane National School |
Playground upgrade |
€50,000 |
|
Totals |
|
9 |
€546,132 |
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran commented:
“This funding is a real vote of confidence in our rural communities across county Limerick. By investing in our sports facilities, playgrounds and walking tracks, CLÁR is helping to ensure no part of Limerick is left behind and that there is equal opportunity for all, which is a key objective in the More for Limerick mayoral programme. I want to thank all of our communities and volunteers who champion many of these great initiatives.”
Príomh Chomhairleoir, Cllr Catherine Slattery said:
"I warmly welcome today’s announcement. CLÁR continues to prove its value by investing in the heart of rural Ireland. These projects represent real, tangible benefits for towns and villages across Limerick, ensuring they remain strong, inclusive and future-focused."
Director General of Limerick City and County Council, Dr Pat Daly added:
"We are delighted to assist communities with their applications for this crucial funding for local projects. These upgrades will deliver better pitches, safer facilities and more opportunities to get active. It’s great to see investment that encourages sport, wellbeing and community spirit across the county."
