Further moves are underway to attract job creating investment to Balbriggan, it has been revealed.
The plans are part of Fingal County Council’s €54-57million Our Balbriggan Rejuvenation Programme.
The programme is transforming the town through public investment, and has seen work commence and continue on a number of key infrastructure projects, including a €15million re-development of the Quay Street and Harbour area.
The plan’s locally-based leadership group, led by Dr David Begg, has finalised its work programme for 2025-2030 – and according to Dr Begg, the next five years will see major change in the town.
“A key objective includes leveraging investment in the regeneration of Balbriggan by attracting new business, jobs and visitors,” he said.
Plans were adopted for various pillar groups under the headings: Economic Development, Community Development, Education, Skills and Training, and Sustainability, Climate Action and Biodiversity.
Each plan was brought forward by an appointed expert pillar chairperson.
“The plans include a range of objectives and actions which will make a demonstrable positive impact across a range of economic, social and environmental platforms,” Dr Begg added.
“Over 120 stakeholders took part in a series of workshops and public meetings, between September and February.
“Participants included business people, representatives of public and local development bodies, as well as volunteer groups.
“Other objectives include developing access to a wide range of educational and training opportunities, empowering young people by amplifying their voices in decision-making, providing safe spaces and access to more comprehensive youth services, and actions designed to protect the environment and improve biodiversity.
“Challenges and opportunities were identified. Pillar chairpersons will report regularly to the wider Balbriggan Leadership Group. Updates will be published on a periodic basis on balbriggan.ie.”
Plans can be accessed here – https://balbriggan.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Our-Balbriggan-Rejuventation-Plan-2025-2030.pdf
Membership of the Balbriggan Leadership Group detailed here – https://balbriggan.ie/leadership-governance/
