Galway County Public Participation Network

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Galway County Public Participation Network Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN) is a network of people and community groups in County Galway to have a say on issues that concern them.

The Public Participation Network’s core remit is to bring the voices of community groups, including those marginalised and socially excluded into formal policy making structures of Local Authorities. The Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN) is a collection of over 1,300 community & voluntary groups from all over County Galway. Our main purpose is to act on behalf of communities and provide input into local policies and plans. We have representatives sitting on all the main Council committees. We also distribute and share information to groups on topics that are important to them such as funding, insurance, constitutions etc. PPNs were setup under the Local Government Act Reform 2014 and replaced the previous Community & Voluntary Forum. Membership of the PPN is open to all community and voluntary groups/organisations that are working on a voluntary or non-profit basis subject to certain criteria.

13/10/2026
13/10/2026

Minister Patrick O’Donovan today announced that the first tranche of successful applicants for the new Basic Income for the Arts scheme will be notified this week. Under the scheme, 2,000 practicing professional artists based in the Republic of Ireland will receive €325 per week for three years. All applicants will receive an update on the status of the scheme this week.

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D'fhógair an tAire Patrick O'Donovan inniu go bhfuil fógra le tabhairt an tseachtain seo don chéad ghrúpa d'iarratasóirí ar éirigh leo áit a bhaint amach ar an Scéim nua um Ioncam Bunúsach do na hEalaíona. Faoin scéim, tá 2,000 ealaíontóir gairmiúil atá ag cleachtadh a gceirde agus lonnaithe i bPoblacht na hÉireann chun €325 a fháil sa tseachtain go ceann trí bliana. Tá gach iarratasóir le tuairisc chun dáta maidir le stádas na scéime a fháil an tseachtain seo.

Féach nasc inár mbio.

13/10/2026

Ability West are looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to join their Best Buddies Citizens Programme. The Best Buddies Citizens Programme offers a flexible opportunity to befriend a person with an intellectual disability and change their life as well as your own!

The role involves committing to meet twice a month with your Buddy to go on a social outing in the evening, at the weekend or during the day if you are free. Participants commit to their friendship for at least a year, but many matches often grow into life-long friendships!

To find out more, go to https://bit.ly/BestBuddiesCitizenAbilityWest

13/10/2026

A status yellow rain warning will follow a wind warning for Galway tomorrow.

13/10/2026

We are delighted to announce a FREE Health and Wellbeing Community event taking place on Friday 23rd October from 2 to 4pm in Mullagh Community Centre. This is a great opportunity to drop in, get useful information, FREE health checks and connect with local support focused on improving your overall health and wellbeing. Refreshments provided!
For more information, contact Karyn at [email protected]
This event is organised by Mullagh Community Centre Committee and is a collaboration between Galway Rural Development’s SICAP team, Galway Sports Partnership, Healthy Galway and the HSE.

13/10/2026

Renville Playground Now Open with New Inclusive Play Equipment
We are delighted to announce that Renville Playground has reopened following the installation of inclusive musical play equipment, funded through the Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation 2026.
The musical instruments encourage imaginative, sensory and interactive play, creating an enjoyable and accessible experience for children of all abilities.
We hope local families and visitors enjoy these exciting new features for years to come!

⏳ Closing Date Friday 22nd January 2026
13/10/2026

⏳ Closing Date Friday 22nd January 2026

Galway County Council invites applications for Community Monuments Fund 2027. Closing Date Friday 22nd January 2026. Administered through Galway County Council on behalf of National Monuments Service - Archaeology Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. We will hold an information webinar 26th November 2026 for prospective applicants, Details to follow, See Handbook and application form via https://field-monuments.galwaycommunityheritage.org/content/community-archaeology-2/cmf-2027-invitation-to-apply Galway County Public Participation Network Galway Public Libraries The Heritage Council Galway Public Libraries The Tuam Herald Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune Galway Bay FM

Address

PPN Section, Galway County Council Centrepoint Offices, First Floor, Liosban Business Park
Galway
H91PY8H

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+353873603379

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