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Laois community groups gathered in Áras an Chontae last week, attending an informative workshop on CLÁR funding and supports. In collaboration with Laois PPN and the Laois Sports Section, Laois County Council hosted a CLÁR funding Workshop to support community groups in Laois. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, provide essential guidance and insights for community groups interested in applying for funding under the CLÁR 2026 programme. The well attended workshop brought together community groups from across Laois, all of whom are registered members of Laois Public Participation Network (Laois PPN). "CLÁR funding continues to be a vital support for communities across Laois," Mr Dan Bergin of Laois PPN said. "This workshop was an important opportunity to ensure that local groups are well-informed and confident in preparing strong applications. There was positive feedback from attendees to the CLÁR Funding Workshop. A special thanks to Ann Marie Maher. Wishing all community groups every success with their applications," he said. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, also welcomed this fund. "The CLÁR programme is a fantastic opportunity for communities to bring their ideas to life and create facilities that truly reflect local needs," Ms Maher explained. Read Next: Laois drone operators assist with missing person search over the Bank Holiday weekend "It was great to meet with so many dedicated community groups at the workshop, and we hope the information shared will help them to move forward with projects that strengthen community connections and enhance everyday life for people across Laois." CLÁR 2026 is now open for expressions of interest, offering funding opportunities for projects that support the development and enhancement of community infrastructure. Eligible initiatives include community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, and a wide range of other local amenities. There are
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Laois community groups gathered in Áras an Chontae last week, attending an informative workshop on CLÁR funding and supports. In collaboration with Laois PPN and the Laois Sports Section, Laois County Council hosted a CLÁR funding Workshop to support community groups in Laois. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, provide essential guidance and insights for community groups interested in applying for funding under the CLÁR 2026 programme. The well attended workshop brought together community groups from across Laois, all of whom are registered members of Laois Public Participation Network (Laois PPN). "CLÁR funding continues to be a vital support for communities across Laois," Mr Dan Bergin of Laois PPN said. "This workshop was an important opportunity to ensure that local groups are well-informed and confident in preparing strong applications. There was positive feedback from attendees to the CLÁR Funding Workshop. A special thanks to Ann Marie Maher. Wishing all community groups every success with their applications," he said. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, also welcomed this fund. "The CLÁR programme is a fantastic opportunity for communities to bring their ideas to life and create facilities that truly reflect local needs," Ms Maher explained. Read Next: Laois drone operators assist with missing person search over the Bank Holiday weekend "It was great to meet with so many dedicated community groups at the workshop, and we hope the information shared will help them to move forward with projects that strengthen community connections and enhance everyday life for people across Laois." CLÁR 2026 is now open for expressions of interest, offering funding opportunities for projects that support the development and enhancement of community infrastructure. Eligible initiatives include community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, and a wide range of other local amenities. There are
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Laois community groups gathered in Áras an Chontae last week, attending an informative workshop on CLÁR funding and supports. In collaboration with Laois PPN and the Laois Sports Section, Laois County Council hosted a CLÁR funding Workshop to support community groups in Laois. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, provide essential guidance and insights for community groups interested in applying for funding under the CLÁR 2026 programme. The well attended workshop brought together community groups from across Laois, all of whom are registered members of Laois Public Participation Network (Laois PPN). "CLÁR funding continues to be a vital support for communities across Laois," Mr Dan Bergin of Laois PPN said. "This workshop was an important opportunity to ensure that local groups are well-informed and confident in preparing strong applications. There was positive feedback from attendees to the CLÁR Funding Workshop. A special thanks to Ann Marie Maher. Wishing all community groups every success with their applications," he said. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, also welcomed this fund. "The CLÁR programme is a fantastic opportunity for communities to bring their ideas to life and create facilities that truly reflect local needs," Ms Maher explained. Read Next: Laois drone operators assist with missing person search over the Bank Holiday weekend "It was great to meet with so many dedicated community groups at the workshop, and we hope the information shared will help them to move forward with projects that strengthen community connections and enhance everyday life for people across Laois." CLÁR 2026 is now open for expressions of interest, offering funding opportunities for projects that support the development and enhancement of community infrastructure. Eligible initiatives include community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, and a wide range of other local amenities. There are
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Laois community groups gathered in Áras an Chontae last week, attending an informative workshop on CLÁR funding and supports. In collaboration with Laois PPN and the Laois Sports Section, Laois County Council hosted a CLÁR funding Workshop to support community groups in Laois. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, provide essential guidance and insights for community groups interested in applying for funding under the CLÁR 2026 programme. The well attended workshop brought together community groups from across Laois, all of whom are registered members of Laois Public Participation Network (Laois PPN). "CLÁR funding continues to be a vital support for communities across Laois," Mr Dan Bergin of Laois PPN said. "This workshop was an important opportunity to ensure that local groups are well-informed and confident in preparing strong applications. There was positive feedback from attendees to the CLÁR Funding Workshop. A special thanks to Ann Marie Maher. Wishing all community groups every success with their applications," he said. Ann Marie Maher, Sports and Leisure Officer with Laois County Council, also welcomed this fund. "The CLÁR programme is a fantastic opportunity for communities to bring their ideas to life and create facilities that truly reflect local needs," Ms Maher explained. Read Next: Laois drone operators assist with missing person search over the Bank Holiday weekend "It was great to meet with so many dedicated community groups at the workshop, and we hope the information shared will help them to move forward with projects that strengthen community connections and enhance everyday life for people across Laois." CLÁR 2026 is now open for expressions of interest, offering funding opportunities for projects that support the development and enhancement of community infrastructure. Eligible initiatives include community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, and a wide range of other local amenities. There are