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26 February 2025

Transboundary Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Public Consultation – Dalradian Gold Mine Project development, located in County Tyrone on the southern edge of the Sperrin Mountains

On 30 January 2025, the Minister for Housing, Local Government & Heritage, received notification from the Northern Ireland Department for Infrastructure (DfI) in relation to development consent applications concerning the proposed Dalradian Gold Mine Project and an invitation to participate in transboundary EIA consultation in relation to it. The environmental screening process identified potential transboundary issues for Ireland relating to the River Finn.

Subsequently, on 20 February 2025, following consultation with relevant subject matter experts on the potential transboundary impacts of the proposed development, the Minister accepted the invitation to participate in transboundary EIA consultation. This public consultation is being held in accordance with article 132 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 – 2024.

RZLT Submissions
30 January 2025

Title: Residential Zoned Land Tax – Final Map 2025 and Annual Draft Map 2026

Carlow County Council has prepared a Final Map for 2025 identifying land that may be in liable for the tax in 2025 and an Annual Draft Map for 2026 of the land considered to be in scope for the RZLT as of January 1st 2025.
See our Residential Zoned Land Tax page for further information and how to make a submission

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29 October 2025

€1,000 Top Prize in the Pan Celtic National Song Contest '26

Details of the Pan Celtic National Song Contest 2026 have been announced and there’s a cash prize of €1,000 to be won as well the national trophy and the opportunity to sing for Ireland!  The winning song will go forward as the Irish entry in the Pan Celtic International Song Contest which will be held in Carlow in April ‘26. Composers, singers and writers are invited to create a new song ‘as Gaeilge’ to represent Ireland in the Celtic nations’ answer to the Eurovision.

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20 October 2025

Get Active and Spooky at The Exchange This Samhain!

Get ready for a frightfully fun and active Halloween at The Exchange, Potato Market, as part of the Samhain Festival 2025! Active Carlow is bringing two days of high-energy Halloween Disco and Games — perfect for kids aged 4 to 12 to dance, play, and make memories in a festive, safe, and welcoming environment.