Three new projects in Co Donegal have won over €450,000 funding under the LEADER Rural Development Programme 2014-2020.

The projects include the development of an Astroturf pitch in Kilmacrennan, the development of Glamping facilities in Creeslough and the establishment of a sailing charter service at Malin Head.

Funding was approved by the Donegal Local Action Group.

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The LEADER programme, funded by the EU, aims to improve the quality of life in rural areas and to encourage diversification of economic activity.

Chair of the Donegal Local Development Committee, Cllr Martin McDermott, welcomed the decision: "The approval of the projects with a combined value of over €450,000 is an indication of the importance of the LEADER programme to the county in promoting the sustainable development of rural communities and improving the overall quality of life for rural dwellers."

To date 97 projects in Donegal have been approved LEADER funding under the current programme with a total value of €4.3m.

(CM/MH)