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Have your say on digital local government
Local government is developing a new Digital and ICT Strategy.
We would like to understand how you currently use digital and online services and how you’d like to use digital local government services in future.
A survey has been developed to help better understand the needs of the public and businesses. The findings from the survey will be used to inform the new Strategy.
Your views will help us to:
Please complete the survey online at https://forms.office.com/e/3yBJRxnCrr
The survey will close on 11th August 2023
Click here for new Bus Route 426 Longford to Roscommon
Triple P Discussion Group Workshop
(for parents of children 0-12 years)
Developing good bedtime routines Click here
Information on Longford Library Online:
Unfortunately, the weather doesn’t look like its improving anytime soon and the school holidays are still stretching ahead. If you’re looking for something we think you will be interested in what our colleagues in Longford Library have to offer.
It’s something you can enjoy from your favourite armchair, your garden or even your bed!! You can take part whatever the weather and you don’t need any specialist gear or equipment.
Did you know you can join your Longford Library for free? All you need to do is complete the online application form , take it to your local branch to complete your registration and start enjoying many online services 24/7 completely free of charge
Reading has so many benefits for our Health and Wellbeing, including improving our mood, reducing stress and improving sleep so why not Click Here Online Library and eResources and see for yourself
“Longford Sports Partnership are excited are excited to announce HER Outdoors Week, a remarkable event aimed at celebrating and encouraging female participation in outdoor activities. This initiative aims to bring visibility to the incredible opportunities available for females to get involved in outdoor physical activity while embracing the numerous benefits that come with it.
HER Outdoors Week is a chance for us to come together as a community and support each other in exploring the great outdoors. We want to encourage every member of our team to join us and experience the joy, adventure, and empowerment that outdoor activities can bring.”
Tickets can be purchased here: https://buytickets.at/longfordsportspartnership/917097
Dates/Times/Locations are as follows:
Monday 14th:
Location: Longford Sports & Leisure
Tuesday 15th:
Location: Mosstown Stables, Kenagh
Wednesday 16th:
Location: Longford Sports & Leisure
Thursday 17th:
Location: Branningan Harbour, Ballymahon
Friday 18th:
Location: Longford Tennis Club, Longford
Location: Longford Golf Club, Longford
Saturday 19th:
Location: Lebeen, Aughnacliffe, Longford
Sunday 20th:
Location: Brannigan Harbour, Ballymahon
The brand new Becoming literacy friendly course is now available for free on Learn with NALA.
The Becoming literacy friendly course is a free, one-hour, self-directed course.
In the course you will;
As workers and volunteers in the community and voluntary sector, we all know people who may not feel confident in their literacy skills.
Some people find form filling overwhelming. Others shy away from taking part in groups or short courses. They might be afraid of being asked to read out loud or to write something. Others are uncomfortable asking questions. This means important questions about health and other important issues are left unanswered.
Literacy is everybody’s business. We all have a role to play in building literacy friendly services, organisations and communities.
This course is the second of two courses in NALA’s Literacy Awareness online series. The first course is Understanding adult literacy, numeracy and digital literacy.
We recommend both courses for existing staff and volunteers and as a part of an induction process for new volunteers and staff.
We thank the literacy ambassadors and others who were interviewed for these courses and shared their experiences.
At our recent Community Forum it was agreed that LCC would collate details of any Summer Camps being organised in Longford town and county that may be of interest to Ukrainian children and young adults over the coming months. Can you send details to gdennigan@longfordcoco.ie and he will collate and share with Anna in LCRL.
In October 2022 the Electoral Reform Act 2022 was passed and as a result the electoral registration process has changed. Even if you are already registered, you now need to add your PPSN, date of birth and Eircode. This allows local authorities to confirm your details and help to ensure the accuracy of the electoral register. As part of the process change checktheregister.ie has been updated and relaunched to facilitate electors to register and update their details as easily as possible.
The Longford Franchise section are continually working to improve the accuracy of the County Longford’s register. They are currently attempting to reach out to as many community groups as possible to offer information sessions on the changes to the registration process, to show people how easy it is to now register or update your details, and to register those who would like to do so.
If your group would be interested in having the Franchise Team deliver an information session on registering to vote and using ChecktheRegister.ie to your group, or if you are running any community events where it would be appropriate for them to attend or have a table/stall they would love to hear from you.
The Franchise team are happy to provide any additional information you might require about the sessions, and they can work with you to deliver the content in the most appropriate way for your group.
You can contact them by email franchise@longfordcoco.ie or by phoning Aisling on 043 334 4224 or Fiona on 043 3343507. They look forward to hearing from you.
Members are cordially invited to the first 2023 County Plenary Meeting of the PPN which will be held in Longford Library.
Meeting details:
Date: 9th May 2023
Time: 7.30pm – 9pm
Form: Longford Library
RVSP: Before 5th May 2023
E-mail ppn@longfordcoco.ie, bgreaves@longfordcoco.ie
County Longford Public Participation Network (PPN) was established as part of the Local Government Reform Act 2014. Its main function is to act as the link through which Longford County Council and other decision-making bodies connect with the Community & Voluntary, Social Inclusion and Environmental Interest sectors.
590 community groups across the County are currently registered with the County Longford PPN.
You are cordially invited to the first PPN County Plenary Meeting in Longford library on Tuesday 9th May @ 7.00pm
Join us to receive important information and have an opportunity to ask questions.
Tess Murphy, PPN Secretariat will chair the meeting and Breda Greaves will give an update on the PPN Workplan 2023.
Our guest speakers include:
Please pass this information on to all your group members.
You will then be invited to enjoy refreshments with an opportunity to network with other member groups.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Breda at bgreaves@longfordcoco.ie
We hope you join us on Tuesday 9th May @ 7pm.
Longford County Council in conjunction with the Department of Rural and Community Development invites Schools, Community & Voluntary Groups and Local Development Companies to apply for funding under the CLÁR 2023 Programme.
Measure 1 (M1): Developing Community Facilities & Amenities
Completed application forms under Measure 1 and supporting documentation should be emailed to CLAR@longfordcoco.ie by 4pm on Friday, 12 May 2023.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For Details, M1 Application Form, M1 Scheme Outline and CLÁR Maps please see CLÁR Programme – LongfordCoCo
Measure 2 (M2): Mobility, Cancer Care and Community First Responders Transport and
Measure 3 (M3): “Our Islands”
Applications under Measures 2 and 3 should be submitted directly to the Department. Find more information on them at gov.ie/DRCD
The Ireland Funds recognises the challenges organisations face in securing funding to build their capacity or meet their core costs, so the Heart of the Community Fund 2023 will provide Organisational Investment Grants with a fund of at least €500,000. The 2023 grant round designed to meet the needs of not-for-profit organisations delivering vital services and supports to people across the island of Ireland.
Priorities of the Fund
Closing date is Tuesday 9th May and this link has an information video, application guidelines, FAQs and other relevant information.
Please note applications for CLAR Funding 2023 are now open. Closing date for Measure 1 is by 4pm on Friday 12th May
Longford County Council in conjunction with the Department of Rural and Community Development invites Schools, Community & Voluntary Groups and Local Development Companies to apply for funding under the CLÁR 2023 Programme.
Measure 1 (M1): Developing Community Facilities & Amenities
Completed application forms under Measure 1 and supporting documentation should be emailed to CLAR@longfordcoco.ie by 4pm on Friday, 12 May 2023. Late applications will not be accepted.
For Details, M1 Application Form, M1 Scheme Outline and CLÁR Maps please see CLÁR Programme – LongfordCoCo
Measure 2 (M2): Mobility, Cancer Care and Community First Responders Transport and
Measure 3 (M3): “Our Islands”
Applications under Measures 2 and 3 should be submitted directly to the Department. Find more information on them at gov.ie/DRCD
Longford County Council invites online applications under the Community Grant Support Scheme 2023.
The online application and Terms & Conditions are available on our webpage
The online application must be completed by the Chairperson, Secretary or Treasurer of the Community Group.
Closing date for submission of online applications is by 4pm on Thursday, 27 April 2023.
Late applications will NOT be accepted.
For any queries, please email commgrants@longfordcoco.ie or call (043) 3343313 / 3343472.
Our March eBulletin is now available. Click here to access it.
As you are all aware the Ukrainian people need our help and support in these devastating and harrowing times due to the unprovoked attack on their country by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Longford PPN and Longford Civil Defence are now launching an appeal for emergency items, non-perishable foods, animal food and toiletries. (Items listed below).
We would not be able to do this without the kind support of our Partners and dedicated drop off points:
Donations will be collected from the above depots at various intervals by Emma Reid and the Civil Defence team, itemised, recorded and stored in their store room. I have spoken with Green Speed and Dublin WOSP and a collection date will be finalised over the coming weeks. All donations will be transported to the Polish Red Cross.
Our thoughts are with Ukrainian people everywhere, our Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Slovakian and Romanian residents in County Longford and their countries who have stepped up and opened their doors to Ukrainian refugees. County Longford will continue to support you
Kind Regards,
Siobhán
Emergency Items Required
Non- Perishable Foods
Animal Food
Toiletries