Over 1,500 farmers in Wicklow are to benefit from over €3.7 million worth of government funding under the Areas of Natural Constraint Scheme.
The figure marks an increase from the 3.4 million paid out at this stage in 2019.
This week’s allocation marks the start of payments worth 1.6 billion that will be made to farmers across the country under a number of different schemes over the coming months.
Senator Pat Casey says it will provide a significant financial boost for the wider rural economy.
Funding Announced For Wicklow Way Upgrade.
Funding announced for upgrades to 43 walking and hiking trails across rural Ireland, including €9,400 for an upgrade to the Wicklow Way.
Major Fire At Arklow Homesavers Store
Fire services responded quickly to a fire that had broken out at the Homesavers store in Arklow last night just after 9.00pm
Taoiseach Hits Out At Suspected Arson Attack on Vacant Property In Newtown
The Taoiseach has hit out after an alleged arson attack at a North Wicklow building earmarked to house asylum seekers.
17 Additional Primary Schools In Wicklow To Receive Hot School Meals
Taoiseach Simon Harris and Minister Humphreys today announced the rollout of Hot School Meals to additional 900 Primary Schools, including 17
Man Arrested In Greystones Under Sexual Offences Act.
A man has been charged under the Sexual Offences Act following an incident which occurred in Greystones last month.
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