€3.3 million has been allocated to the LEADER Programme in Mayo under the Transitional LEADER Programme for the period 2021-2022.

Deputy Michael Ring says it is an important component of “Our Rural Future”– the Government’s five year strategy for Rural Ireland.  The funding will support locally-led projects which focus on many of the key themes of “Our Rural Future” such as building capacity and empowering local communities, embracing opportunities in the green economy, supporting remote working and the digital transformation, developing our outdoor amenities and creating jobs in rural areas.

The new programme is now open for applications and deputy Ring is encouraging communities and local enterprises who wish to avail of funding to make contact with their Local Development Company to discuss their plans.