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Local volunteers working with the support of Town Regeneration Officers have helped to revitalise towns across Ireland.

The awards honour the very best small businesses from across the country, and highlight how Local Enterprise Offices support up-and-coming entrepreneurs.

As climate change increases pressures on parts of the coast, local authorities are carrying out projects to manage risks and protect vulnerable areas.

As Ireland’s cities and towns continue to expand, local authorities play an increasingly important role supporting biodiversity in urban areas. 

Tourism is one of Ireland's most important industries, supporting thousands of businesses and jobs around Ireland. Local authorities play a key role in this success.

Ireland’s local authorities have agreed a new Climate Action Charter that sets out how they will continue to take action on climate change over the coming years.

LCDCs help coordinate many of the programmes that support communities across Ireland. Their work empowers people to strengthen their communities and shape their futures.

In Ireland, one of the most persistent threats to local environments is illegal dumping. Here’s how local authorities are tackling the issue.

As summer arrives, more people head to Ireland’s beaches and rivers. Learn how local authority lifeguards work to protect the public.

National Tree Week saw local authorities distribute thousands of free native tree saplings to community groups, individuals and businesses across Ireland, boosting biodiversity and supporting climate action.

Thousands of people throng the streets every St Patrick's Day to enjoy parades, music and pageantry. But preparation for the event begins months beforehand.

Seachtain na Gaeilge is a celebration of linguistic heritage and it's now in full swing. Irish language events supported by local authorities are taking place nationwide.