A series of capital works on the Aran Islands has been boosted with new investment.

Funding of €787,500 has been pledged to the works, which will include a number of road resurfacing projects on Inis Mór and Inis Oír.

The investment is the latest tranche of capital funding for island infrastructure projects in 2022 alone. Earlier this year, Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD announced €2.3 million in grants for island projects in Donegal, Mayo and Cork.

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Announcing the funding for the Aran Islands today, Minister Humphreys said: "Today's funding announcement represents great news for the communities of Inis Mór and Inis Oírr.

"By investing in these road projects, we will improve mobility on the islands for the benefit of the local community and visiting tourists.

"Supporting our islands is a key commitment under 'Our Rural Future', the Government's five year rural development policy.

"Today is further proof that we are delivering on that commitment – and demonstrates our desire to support our island communities."

Up to 90% of the capital cost will be met by the Department of Rural and Community Development while Galway County Council will provide the balance of funding and manage the projects.