Funding of €2.75 million has been awarded to unlock 74 community projects nationwide.

The successful projects across Ireland have secured investment under the CLÁR Programme, some of which include astroturf pitches, community gyms, playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts, outdoor pool tables, outdoor cinemas and more.

The investment is the latest to be delivered under Our Rural Future, the Government's ambitious rural development policy.

Announcing the successful projects today, Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD said: "Our sports clubs, schools and community groups are the lifeblood of Rural Ireland.

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"They are a focal point – places where people of all ages come together to socialise and meet up with friends.

"This investment of over €2.75 million under the CLÁR Programme will support 74 diverse community projects the length and breadth of the country.

"It's an investment that will improve the lives of our young people – providing them with facilities such as astroturf pitches, playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts and even outdoor pool areas.

"And the funding will also be used to deliver the likes of walkways and sensory gardens, which families and our elderly people can enjoy.

"The funding I'm announcing today is another example of the positive impact 'Our Rural Future' is having in towns and villages the length and breadth of the country.

"I want to commend the work of all the successful applicants. They should be very proud of the wonderful projects they have put forward on behalf of their communities and I wish them the very best of luck in bringing these projects to fruition."

The overall amount awarded under all measures of the 2022 CLÁR Programme is a record €12.2 million with 292 projects being supported.