By Dan Walsh
Wexford County Council will get €1 million to fund the Rosslare Sustainable Tourism Experience, connecting Rosslare Harbour and Rosslare Strand with a new civic plaza and public works in both villages.
The good news was announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, last Friday.
Cllr. Ger Carthy, Chair of Rosslare Municipal District expressed his delight on hearing the announcement; “I welcome the funding announced by Minister Calleary. It represents a major step forward in realising both Rosslare Strand and Rosslare Harbours potential as thriving hubs for tourism and community life.
“We are investing in Rosslare’s future, creating places where people want to live, visit and do business,” added Cllr Carthy.
Eddie Taaffe, Chief Executive, Wexford County Council stated; “The funding awarded under the Rural Regeneration & Development Fund will support the advancement of a comprehensive redevelopment initiative that focuses on enhancing public spaces, improving infrastructure and promoting Rosslare’s coastal character as both a popular seaside resort and gateway to Europe.”
Lynda Lacey, Director of Services for Rosslare Municipal District added; “This is a fantastic, good news story for the district and the county as a whole. This much needed funding will provide the basis for a future submission to secure funding to carry out the capital works identified under this measure.”
Calls for applications to the fund are sought under two categories. Category 1 relates to projects with all necessary planning and consents in place and are ready to proceed, while Category 2 relates to projects that require further development and enabling initiatives to become ready for Category 1 status.
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