Ballyshannon playground to get refurbished

Funding has been allocated for a refurbishment of the Mall Park Playground in Ballyshannon,

The Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation recipients have been announced.

The Ballyshannon amenity has been given €15,833 for upgrade works.

Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman, TD announced that a total of €450,000 has been awarded to 29 local authorities.

Many of the projects funded under this year’s scheme give focus to inclusion and access, and will help to ensure that children with a diverse range of needs can avail of the benefits of high quality play facilities alongside their peers.

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Minister O’Gorman said: “I am very happy to support Local Authorities to provide high-quality play areas in their communities that can be enjoyed by all children. 

“By investing in safe, accessible and innovative play infrastructure, we are investing in children’s physical and social development and in their wellbeing.”

“I congratulate local authorities on their successful projects and look forward to seeing the impact this funding will have across the country.”