Public consultation on community and volunteering

A public consultation is now open on developing a new strategy to support Ireland's community and voluntary sector, writes Brian Byrne. The strategy will run from 2026 to 2030, and anyone can make a submission using this link. The closing date for submissions is 15 August 2025.

The strategy will set a general direction for government policy on community development, local development and the community and voluntary sectors for the coming decade.

The new plan will replace Community and Voluntary sector: Sustainable, Inclusive and Empowered Communities 2019-2024.

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