Funding has been announced to support the redevelopment of towns and villages across Limerick.

Six projects have secured €585,101 from the government's Towns and Villages Renewal Scheme 2019, which looks to rejuvenate rural towns and villages throughout Ireland.

Askeaton, Ballingarry, Broadford, Dromcollogher, Kilteely and Murroe – Boher will share the funding to bring forward a variety of works, including public realm improvements, renovations and developments.

The Town and Village Renewal scheme is an initiative under the Action Plan for Rural Development and the Government's Project Ireland 2040 Programme for Rural Regeneration.

It is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and is administered by the Local Authorities.

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Under the 2019 scheme, up to 80% of the total cost for each approved project will be provided by the Department, with the remaining 20% being provided either through community contribution and/ or Limerick City and County Council.

Mayor of the City and County of Limerick Cllr Michael Sheahan said: "Towns and villages are at the heart of our rural communities and they play an important role in revitalising parts of County Limerick. These grants will be used to improve local areas to make them more attractive for those living in the area as well as to visitors."

Thomas Joyce, Executive Architect in the Urban and Village Renewal Department, added: "There has been an enormous amount of engagement and consultation with local communities in the preparation of the submissions for the Town and Village Renewal Scheme. The scheme is extremely competitive so communities who have been successful should be very proud of themselves for their hard work and as all the submitted projects were of the highest quality. These projects will make a real difference and will enhance the quality of life and services in these communities."

Work on the projects will begin in 2020 and must be completed within 18 months.

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