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Clare County Council's support for biodiversity on church grounds in the county has been an inspiring success, creating havens for wildflowers, pollinators, bats, swifts and owls.
This RTE news item explains the impact: ow.ly/H6l550ZfBQI
#YourCouncilDay #DoLásaChomhairle
The sea's energy is enormous. It's constantly reshaping coastlines with every wave and winter storm.
Due to climate change, its impact in Ireland is accelerating.
Learn what local authorities are doing to protect community assets from coastal erosion: ow.ly/1rOb50Zef6p
Ireland’s local authorities have agreed an updated Climate Action Charter that sets out how they will continue to take action on climate change in the coming years.
Learn about the charter here: localgov.ie/news/new-climate…
#ClimateAction
LCDC-supported projects make a real difference in people's lives.
In Roscommon this new bus connects seniors and people with disabilities to healthcare, shopping, training and social activities. Funding was supported by Roscommon LCDC.
Learn more: localgov.ie/news/understandi…
Local authority litter wardens tackle illegal dumping head on. They investigate incidents systematically, issue fines and can take offenders to court.
Learn more about what local authorities are doing to prevent illegal dumping on LocalGov.ie: localgov.ie/news/how-local-a…
Keeping beachgoers safe and always ready to act when it matters, no two days are the same in the job of a lifeguard.
Learn more about what the role involves: localgov.ie/news/keeping-bea…
Woodlands of the future!
Ireland's local authorities gave away thousands of young sapling trees as part National Tree Week 2026.
Now planted in locations around the country, these trees are promoting wildlife and boosting biodiversity.
Read more: localgov.ie/news/communities…
Ireland's local authorities are proud to promote volunteer opportunities for the Ireland Summer Games 2026 (18–21 June 2026).
Be a part of the action. Applications for volunteer roles are open now.
Only 4 months to go 🙌💚
The countdown to the Ireland Summer Games 2026 has officially begun and we cannot wait to welcome athletes, volunteers and supporters.
Be a Part of the Action
irelandgames.ie/volunteer
#SpecialOlympicsIreland #IrelandSummerGames2026
From 1 March to 31 August it's illegal to cut hedgerows in Ireland.
Hedgerows teem with life: nesting birds, small animals and insects. The annual pause on hedge cutting helps protect this vital habitat.
Learn more on LocalGov.ie: ow.ly/bGpE50YhkIM
Be Winter-Ready
Did you know that you can download or order a print copy of the Be Winter-Ready booklet to be posted to your home?
See winterready.ie for more information.
Bí Ullamh don Gheimhreadh
An raibh a fhios agat gur féidir leat cóip chlóite den leabhrán Bí Ullamh don Gheimhreadh a íoslódáil nó a ordú le cur sa phost chuig do theach?
Féach winterready.ie le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais.
This bank holiday weekend Ireland's local authorities are helping to celebrate Imbolc and St Brigid's day with events, parades and craft workshops.
Find out about some of the highlights to look forward to: localgov.ie/news/6-events-ce…
Be Winter-Ready
Be Prepared, Stay Safe and know where to find help should you need it
For helpful info visit WinterReady.ie.
Bí Ullamh don Gheimhreadh.
Bí Ullmhaithe, Bí Sábháilte agus bíodh a fhios agat cá bhfaighidh tú cabhair má theastaíonn sé uait.
Foghlaim tuilleadh ag WinterReady.ie.
Excellent career opportunities here from AHEAD partnering with local authorities across Ireland.
WAM placements offer paid, mentored roles for graduates with disabilities across a wide range of disciplines in local government. Apply by 4 February. Placements commence in May.
Choose your path 🗺️ We've teamed up with local authorities to offer a nationwide spread of jobs across Ireland, exclusively for disabled people. If you have a level 6 qualification or above, this could be for you. Closes February 4th. More info/apply buff.ly/rvzGOQ7
ALT Local Authorities x WAM. There is a graphic of a signpost and text ‘Choose your path. Open roles built around your experience or educational history. Specified roles like comms, community, climate, environment, facilities, finance, HR, housing, library data analysis, local enterprise & smart cities.
Ireland's local authorities are implementing a new standardised complaints handling policy.
The policy, developed with the Office of the Ombudsman, aims to drive service improvements and strengthen public confidence in local government.
Learn more: localgov.ie/news/new-uniform…
New year, new you! January is the perfect time to tackle your 2026 fitness goals, and Ireland's local authorities are here to support.
From an easy dip in the pool to a full-on game of padel, they offer facilities for every fitness level.
Learn more: ow.ly/WpWV50XXebV
In homes across the country close to half a million real Christmas trees are being taken down this week.
Your local authority helps people recycle these trees in responsible ways. Find out how at: ow.ly/oa5C50XSj1L
An raibh a fhios agat go soláthraíonn rialtas áitiúil níos mó ná 1,000 seirbhís phoiblí?
Faigh amach cad iad na cinn atá ar bharr an tábla sástachta inár dtuarascáil is déanaí.
Íoslódáil an tuarascáil: localgov.ie/ga/research/tuar…
Tá daoine ag dul i dteagmháil le comhairlí áitiúla ar níos mó bealaí ná riamh. Sa tuarascáil is déanaí dár gcuid taispeántar an dóigh a bhfuil comhairlí ag athrú chun freastal ar riachtanais a gcustaiméirí.
Íoslódáil an tuarascáil: localgov.ie/ga/research/tuar…
