Anne Street In Prosperous To Be Receive Funding From The Housing Finance Agency

Thursday, 21 December 2023 12:00

Equipment and wellbeing programmes for the residents will be funded

The Housing Finance Agency has announced funding of €250,000 to support Approved Housing Bodies and Local Authorities in the delivery of community-enhancing initiatives and facilities.

Thirteen initiatives across 11 different counties were chosen, including the Anne Street estate in Prosperous.

Equipment and wellbeing programmes for the residents will be funded.

Funding will cover the provision of outdoor leisure equipment and health and wellbeing programmes.

Funding will also cover the costs of a community storage shed to be used by various groups and services.

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