Dungarvan was officially announced as a Gaeltacht Service Town after their Irish Language Plan was accepted at a recent event in the Old Market House Art Centre.
Jack Chambers, Government Chief Whip and Minister of State with responsibility for the Irish Language and the Gaeltacht, made the announcement. He also said that €80,000 will be provided each year to support the implementation of the Plan over a seven year period.
Mayor of Waterford City and County Council, John O’Leary, welcomed the Plan saying that it will support the development of the Irish language in Dungarvan and benefit both the communities of Dungarvan and the Waterford Gaeltacht.
Dónal Ó Conghaile, the Chairperson for Dún Garbhán le Gaeilge, the local committee that is officially recognised to develop the Irish Language Plan, says Dungarvan has shown to be of specific importance as a Gaeltacht Service Town.
‘’I am really hoping that more people from the community will be interested in being members of Dún Garbhán le Gaeilge so as to support the implementation of the plan," he said.
Dónal indicated that the opportunity to employ an Irish Language Planning Officer for the town to support the development of the Irish language in the area has risen. There will be an emphasis on support for families and young people, for businesses and in education, and for the public in general.
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