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Kilkenny was awash with activity last week as the Southern Regional Assembly (SRA), chaired by local Fianna Fáil councillor Andrew McGuinness, hosted leaders of managing authorities responsible for EU Cohesion Funds from the 27 member states in the city’s Medieval Mile Museum. The event proved to be a huge boost for the locality’s economy and for overall global exposure, attracting over 200 visitors to Kilkenny for two mid-week nights.
Delegates from across Europe, including representatives from the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO), the Irish Government, and all three Irish Regional Assemblies, gathered in the historic local setting to engage with peers on a range of strategic issues, inspiring ideas, and common solutions.
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A highlight of the programme was the delegate’s visit to the Abbey Quarter, that combined ERDF and local authority investment, and to the Carnegie Library on John’s Quay, which secured substantial ERDF funding in recent weeks under 'THRIVE' - the Town Centre First Heritage Revival scheme.
Speaking to Kilkenny Live, SRA Cathaoirleach Andrew McGuinness said, “this was fantastic for Kilkenny to be the host city for this event as it attracted people from all over Europe who not only came here for an important conference but also experienced Kilkenny, stayed in our hotels, visited our attractions, restaurants, bars and shops.
"I want to thank the Regional Assemblies for choosing Kilkenny as the location, particularly during my term as Cathaoirleach," said Cllr McGuinness.
Meanwhile, David Kelly, Director of the Southern Regional Assembly added, "EU funding has been a catalyst for positive change in our region, supporting innovation, sustainability, and the regeneration of our towns and cities.
"Investment in local projects, such as the Carnegie Library, combined with local vision, can deliver real benefits for communities. As we look to the future, it is vital that cohesion policy continues to support balanced regional development and ensures that no community is left behind."
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