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Rural Development - Research and Analysis
From Department of Rural and Community Development
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From Department of Rural and Community Development
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The aim of these publications is to reach conclusions about specific questions on publicly funded projects, programmes and schemes to improve value for money.
The Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) is a commitment of €1 billion by government to be invested in rural Ireland over the period 2019 to 2027.
This review considered the operation of the RRDF from establishment to October 2022. It details findings with regard to the operation of the fund over that period, and sets out recommendations for the future operation of the fund.
The Town and Village Renewal Scheme is one of a series of national and local support measures designed to rejuvenate small rural towns and villages throughout Ireland. This paper examines the scheme with a view to identifying potential operational improvements.
The LEADER programme aims to support the local development of Ireland’s rural areas. This independent report concerns the Mid-term 1 Evaluation of the Rural Development Programme, Ireland (2014-2020).
This document is a policy assessment of the Local Improvement Scheme. The scheme provides exchequer funding for the construction or improvement of non-public roads which provide access to land or for public use.