“This announcement approves funding to RAPID areas, which are the areas designated as the most disadvantaged in the country,” said Cllr Carroll.

“The communities most in need will benefit from the Dormant Accounts Fund.”

Disbursements from the Dormant Accounts Fund target three broad categories of persons: those who are economically or socially disadvantaged, those who are educationally disadvantaged and persons with a disability.  Funding will be provided for a wide range of projects in disadvantaged areas including training, counselling services, refurbishments, after-school supports and equipment purchases.  The measure was also tailored to ensure that at least 15% of funding is targeted for purposes associated with youth / sport / recreational activities.

Cllr Carroll added “I am delighted with the continued significant levels of Dormant Accounts spending that will go directly to projects dealing with disadvantage and additional investment in our children’s education.  These allocations will have a measurable impact in supporting a range of worthy projects that significantly benefit the people who need it most.”

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