Tipperary town among 15 areas selected for new regeneration funding
Tipperary town is set to benefit from a new funding programme aimed at tackling significant social and economic disadvantage.
The Government has launched the Scéim Infheistíochta ag Obair Le Chéile (SÍOL) initiative, which will see Tipperary town benefit from targeted investment.
The town is among 15 areas nationwide that will get a share of €5million in funding this year.
The €5m allocated for 2026 forms part of €31.5 million secured up to 2030 through the National Development Plan.
SÍOL will fund projects in disadvantaged areas such as community safety measures like traffic calming, zebra crossings, and related infrastructure, public realm improvements, health and wellbeing initiatives and education and training projects in community settings.
North Tipperary TD Michael Lowry said that the areas chosen for the scheme were picked based on a number of metrics.
“The areas chosen for funding were identified through detailed analysis by the Department of Rural, Community Development and the Gaeltacht, drawing on Central Statistics Office data, Pobal’s deprivation index and ESRI research,” he said.
Independent Tipperary town councillor John O’Heney said that the funding scheme was an opportunity for the town to secure targeted investment.
“Tipperary Town has faced many challenges over the years, but it is also a town with enormous potential, a proud community spirit and people who are committed to building a better future.
“The SÍOL programme recognises the need for sustained investment in communities experiencing disadvantage and provides an opportunity to make a lasting difference,” Cllr O’Heney added.
The independent councillor said the types of projects eligible under the scheme could make a real difference to the town.
“It has the potential to improve community facilities and amenities, create better opportunities for young people and families, and make Tipperary town an even better place to live, work and do business.
“It is now essential that Tipperary County Council, local agencies, community organisations and elected representatives work together to bring forward ambitious and deliverable projects that will ensure Tipperary town secures the maximum benefit from this funding,” he added.
“By working together, we can deliver projects that will have a lasting impact and continue the positive regeneration of our town,” Cllr O’Heney said.
The next step will see the Department issue a call for proposals to the local authorities responsible for eligible areas, inviting them to submit projects for approval.
Successful projects are expected to be announced in late 2026.