Planning & Governance
Updated guide launched to assist inclusive community engagement
An updated second version of 'A Guide for Inclusive Community Engagement in Local Planning and Decision Making' was launched this week.
Enterprise
Take 6: Circular economy projects and businesses around Ireland
Circular Week 2023 is currently taking place from October 23-27 to promote the circular economy. More and more businesses and community projects worldwide are embracing the concept of recycling, refurbishing and repurposing items and materials rather than maufacturing new ones. Here are just a few homegrown initiatives around the country
Enterprise
Circular economy keeps the world going round
Circular Week 2023 is currently taking place from October 23-27 to help promote sustainable business practices. The circular economy may be a relatively new term to most people, but it is a concept that has been around since the turn of the century.
Events
Ploughing Championships to help promote outdoor recreation, and responsible dog control
An eight-metre climbing tower, robotics demos, and a mobile library are just some of the attractions promised at the ‘Our Rural Future – Supporting People and Communities’ exhibit.
Community
Pride of Place is coming to Armagh
Pride of Place, Ireland’s largest community awards will be hosted by Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council on Friday, November 10 at the Armagh City Hotel.
Events
Culture Night is back and it’s turning 18
Culture Night, the annual nationwide celebration of culture and the arts in Ireland, returns on September 22 for its 18th year, with a full programme of events for all ages and interests.
Climate Justice
Join the Climate Conversation to have your say on the future of the environment
The Department of Environment, Climate and Communications has launched the Climate Conversation 2023, a forum that gives members of the public the chance to share their thoughts on climate action.
Community
Phil Coulter loved Terry’s idea to join Ukrainian choir to release new version of ‘Steal Away’
Irish music legend Phil Coulter has teamed up with a choir of 40 Ukrainian singers across Ireland to release a new version of ‘Steal Away’, his 1983 song about a couple fleeing the Troubles.


