There's a call on the Government to build regional recovery into Budget 2022.
Social Justice Ireland believes the future of rural Ireland's under threat due to the impact of Brexit, Covid-19 and the climate crisis.
It says among the challenges for towns and villages across the regions are an older population and higher rates of part-time employment.
Over 50 Free Events, Performances & Workshops For Wicklow Culture Night
Wicklow Culture Night 2026 Is Here!!!!
Penalty Points Drive Up Insurance Costs for 16,000 Wicklow Drivers
More than 12,500 Wicklow drivers have three points, 294 have 9 points, and 41 are on 12 points, the threshold for disqualification.
Irish Farming Could Face 'Cliff Edge' With One In Three Farmers Planning Exit
One in Three Farmers Plan to Leave Within Five Years, Survey Reveals
Wicklow's "Irish Viking" Disqualified From Driving for Six Years
TikTok Influencer Matthew Gilbert was ccaught speeding on the N11 while already banned and uninsured
Wicklow Whiskey Tariff Relief A 'Gamechanger' For Local Distillers
Industry leaders say the move opens the door to recovery—but employment and local farming sectors remain cautiously optimistic.
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