Progress made in long campaign for community centre in Dungarvan

Funding has been secured to undertake a study which will form the first steps in the development of a much anticipated development of a new community centre in Dungarvan.

Sinn Féin TD for Waterford and spokesperson on Rural Affairs, Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Deputy Conor D. McGuinness has welcomed the progress, saying that the project is 'vital'.

McGuinness said: “The fact that the town of Dungarvan was left for so many years without a community centre speaks to a level of neglect and disinterest by successive Governments."

“Community centres are vital to the social fabric of an area. They provide a home for various groups, a focal point for collaboration, and a meeting place for the wider community," he said.

“I have long suggested that community input be central to the development of this facility, and I am keen for the public to have their say in the consultative part of the study," he added.

Deputy McGuinness added that he hopes the recent development will form the basis for continued progress: “Great work has been taking place behind the scenes with input from Waterford Area Partnership, Waterford City and County Council, and local community and voluntary groups. This work began while I was still in the council and I am glad to see that it continues to progress.

“I want to commend all those that have played a role in getting the project to this point. My hope is that this next phase will form a solid foundation on which to build a community centre for all the people of Dungarvan.”