Rural Development Programme

2007-2013 (LEADER Element)

DLDC announced on the 4th November, that it is has been awarded €13Million under the Rural Development Programme 2007-2013 from the Department of Community Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs.

The programme contains eight measures which are designed to "improve the quality of life in rural areas and encourage diversification of economic activity.".....read more:

About the Rural Development Programme 2007-2013

Diversification into Non-Agricultural Activities

Support for Business Creation and Development

Encouragement of Tourism Activities

Basic Services for the Economy & Rural Population

Village and Countryside Renewal and Development

Conservation and Upgrading of the Rural Heritage

Training and Information for Economic Factors Under Axis 3

If you would like to discuss a project idea with a LEADER Project Officer, please download and complete an "Expression of Interest Form" by clicking on the link below. You can also phone DLDC on 07491 27056 (Letterkenny Office) or on 07497 23368 (Donegal Town Office) for further advice and guidance on the Rural Development Programmme.