Local economic and community plan launch

By Dan Walsh

Wexford County Council officially launched the six-year plan to drive economic and community development – the “Local Economic and Community Plan” (LECP) 2024-2029, at the December meeting.

The plan sets out six ambitious high-level goals which were developed following extensive public consultation and builds on the foundations of the first LECP 2016-2021, but also takes into consideration emerging issues.

Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr Pip Breen welcomed the Plan; “It provides us with a framework to continue supporting the sustainable growth of our local economy and communities and represents the commitment by Wexford County Council and key stakeholders to provide leadership towards the continued development of County Wexford as a wonderful place to live, invest in and visit.”

Chair of the LCDC, Cllr Aidan Browne stated; “The members the LCDC took the responsibility bestowed on them by statute very seriously in developing this strategic and defining plan for County Wexford. “Under the initial lead of the Advisory Steering Group, they reviewed and contributed to shaping the plans progression and ensuring that our consultants, KPMG Future Analytics, delivered to the highest standard in developing a plan to meet the needs and ambitions of County Wexford.

“We also wish to extend our thanks to the key stakeholders and members of the public who gave over their time during the consultation process to help develop the Plan. This is a clear indication of the desire of the people to seek the best for its community and influence the shaping of a sustainable future for County Wexford.”

Chief Officer of the LCDC, Dymphna O’Connor stated that the LECP, and the initial 2-year implementation plan sets out the commitments for economic and community development for Wexford and that it was important that all stakeholders and agencies now commit to working with the plan in all aspects of economic and community development within the county.

The plan is now available to be downloaded from the council’s website at www.wexfordcoco.ie