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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 January 2025

Consultants Appointed for the Carlow Southern Relief Road

Carlow County Council with the support of the Department of Transport announces the appointment of consultants, Roughan and O’Donovan Ltd. / AECOM Ireland Ltd. Alliance, to advance the Carlow Southern Relief Road through the design and planning phases of the scheme.

Food and Beverage in Neon Lights
22 January 2025

Carlow Businesses Invited to Unlock Global Opportunities at the UK Food and Drink Show 2025

Carlow County Council and its Local Enterprise Office in collaboration with the Enterprise Europe Network, is inviting local food and drink businesses, retailers and professional services to participate in an exclusive trade visit to the UK Food and Drink Show 2025. This event, scheduled for Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th April 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, offers an exceptional opportunity for businesses to expand their horizons, uncover growth opportunities, and engage with industry leaders in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

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21 January 2025

Environmental Grant & Tidy Towns Grant Schemes 2025

Applications are invited from County Carlow Tidy Towns / Development Associations and Residents Associations who are engaged in or intending to engage in community environmental works or anti-litter initiatives in their localities.

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15 January 2025

Carlow Businesses Gain Valuable Insights at Top Drawer London Trade Visit

Carlow County Council’s Local Enterprise Office (LEO) and 8 local SMEs attended ‘Top Drawer London’, which took place at the iconic Olympia London on January 13th and 14th, 2025. This exciting opportunity brought together eight innovative businesses from Carlow’s lifestyle, craft, home, and gift sectors. The group was accompanied by representatives from South East Technological University (SETU) and Kilkenny Local Enterprise Office. The group experienced first-hand the latest trends and innovations in one of Europe’s leading trade shows.