News - Just Transition
Longford councillor calls for contract extension for Just Transition co-ordinators
Co-ordinators manage projects under the EU Just Transition Fund, which is aimed at communities impacted by the banning of peat in electricity production.
May 14, 2026 07:25
Information evening on Just Transition fund to take place in Roscommon
A new funding stream is now open to community, micro and small to medium sized enterprises.
Mar 9, 2024 09:16
Applications close for EU Digital transformation funds tomorrow
The grant will help local businesses in areas such as website design, app development and online selling.
Jan 30, 2024 18:03
New funding for Lanesboro a step in the right direction says local Councillor
Councillor Murray says that while further investment is needed in the region, it's a step in the right direction:
Aug 18, 2023 13:52
New scheme to develop local fast charge points for EVs launched today
This scheme aims to provide EV charging points at public facilities such as community centres, libraries, health centres and recreational facilities.
Jul 28, 2023 15:05
Just Transition Fund should be wide ranging for region argues Professor
Dr Schuitema says that locals must see that their visions for their communities are understood by decision makers.
Jun 13, 2023 17:18
Failte Ireland host consultation event in Ballinasloe this evening
This evening marks the final consultation event in the midlands which have been taking place over the last number of weeks.
May 22, 2023 17:36
Just Transition providing no tangible benefit for Lanesborough economy- Local Businessman
The local shopkeeper says the youth of the town are leaving in their droves.
May 2, 2023 17:49
Environment Minister to launch EU Just Transition Fund in Longford today
Local Councillors are set to grill the Minister when he addresses Longford County Council later.
Apr 28, 2023 08:27
Hopes that €68m funding will boost tourism across Shannonside region
Head of Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, Paddy Matthews says that just under half of the money has been allocated to developing cycling and walking trails across the region.
Dec 19, 2022 17:49
Lanesboro businessman says area totally let down since loss of power station
Joe O' Brien, who runs a shop in the centre of Lanesboro says the area has been decimated in the last two years.
Dec 9, 2022 17:59
EU Just Transition Fund must be administered without need of match funding - Naughten
The funding was announced on Tuesday.
Nov 30, 2022 07:55
Almost €170 million in EU funding to reduce fossil fuel reliance announced for midlands
169 million euro will be directed towards the Irish midlands to help the region move away from fossil fuel industry.
Nov 29, 2022 17:29
Just Transition Commissioner welcomes funding boost for local opportunities
The fund available for projects to tap into has effectively been doubled.
Jul 29, 2022 14:05Shannonside Newsletter
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