First of its kind masterplans have been announced today for five towns in the region.
Local Minister Heather Humphreys, has today announced €2.6 million in funding to deliver the first ever Town Centre First Plans, which will be key to revitalising town centres.
In the Northern Sound Region Carrickmacross in Monaghan and Bailieborough in Cavan are amongst the 26 towns included.
In the Shannonside Region Carrick-on-Shannon in Leitrim, Strokestown in Roscommon and Longford Town have also been selected.
Each local authority will now work closely with local community groups, retailers and the Town Teams in devising and delivering on the objectives of their respective masterplans.
Minister Humphreys is hopeful the Plans will be central to addressing vacancy and dereliction in these locations.
