LATEST: Over €85,000 in funding announced for Tipperary village community hall

Tipperary North TD Ryan O’Meara is delighted to welcome major funding from the Community Centre Investment Fund 2024 for Terryglass Community Hall.

There was considerable disappointment when the first round of the CCIF was announced, as Terryglass Community Hall was not listed.

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Speaking on the matter today, Deputy O’Meara stated: “I worked closely with the committee, many locals and Minister Darragh Calleary to get this funding over the line. Following a successful appeal, Terryglass Community Hall was today granted €86,000. This will fund the enhancement of the main hall, improving safety, sustainability for community activities, and longevity, while also upgrading their stage for better performance and fire safety compliance.

"Since 2022 when the Community Centre Investment Fund was introduced, funding of over €109 million has been provided towards the construction of new builds and the refurbishment and enhancement of existing centres.

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Deputy O’Meara stated: “This funding will make a real and tangible difference in community life in Terryglass Community Hall and will have a significant impact on improving facilities in the area.”