Friday, 28th February, 2025

Hopes CIS scheme will benefit north west

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Hopes CIS scheme will benefit north west

The Dáil has heard calls for the review of the Community Contribution Scheme.

The scheme encourages a joint approach with groups of local residents and landowners for the restoration of public roads including local roads.

Community contributions were previously within the range of 10% to 20%.

Funding, however, has been reduced by the department of transport in recent years.

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With the 2024 announcement around the corner, Sligo-Leitrim TD Frank Feighan says he hopes it reflects the importance of the scheme: