Louth TD welcomes €140k recreational amenities funding for Louth
The allocation of €140,000 for Louth is part of a nationwide allocation of €8.7 million
Fianna Fáil TD for Louth, Erin McGreehan, has welcomed €140,000 in funding for Louth under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme announced today by Minister Dara Calleary.
The allocation of €140,000 for Louth is part of a nationwide allocation of €8.7 million for 221 recreational based projects through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme.
Amongst the recreational projects for County Louth is: Blue Flag beach signage, Clogherhead Cliff Walk and Annagassan Walking Trails.
Speaking on what this funding offers for Louth, Deputy McGreehan said: “I am delighted this morning to welcome funding to the tune of €140,000 for County Louth. The inclusion of recreational projects such as these will ensure we can enhance these trails and in essence support the promotion of them throughout our county.
“Funding allocations under this Scheme have made a sizeable difference. When I visit these recreational spaces around Louth, I can see the positive effect the investment has had on these spaces. Giving them a vibrancy and new life,” she said. “These spaces are essential for Louth, as they promote local tourism and show off the best of our county."
Concluding McGreehan said investment in recreational projects such as these have major positive impacts for the wellbeing of the community and boosts local tourism and business.
“I am delighted to see this investment that was announced today by my colleague Minister Dara Calleary for County Louth. It is essential, especially in rural Ireland that we continue to enhance these spaces.
“Investment in these projects will showcase the best of what our beautiful county has to offer, whilst boosting local tourism and local enterprises,” she concluded.