EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 6 MIN
Renewed Hope for Carlingford Lough Ferry After Funding Announcement - 29/06/2026
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A north Louth TD has welcomed new Shared Island funding aimed at boosting tourism projects around Carlingford Lough, saying it could help support efforts to restore the Carlingford Lough ferry service, which has not been operating this summer.€820,000 has been allocated for the further development of the Great Lighthouses of Ireland initiative, as well as wider tourism development in the area. The funding is part of a broader €377 million package under the Shared Island Fund, which brings total Government investment through the scheme to more than €1 billion.Speaking about the announcement, Deputy Erin McGreehan said the inclusion of a feasibility assessment for the proposed “Loop of the Lough” tourism concept shows a clear commitment to exploring ways to make the ferry service viable and sustainable once again.Deputy McGreehan joined us on The Agenda this morning to talk to us some more about this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A north Louth TD has welcomed new Shared Island funding aimed at boosting tourism projects around Carlingford Lough, saying it could help support efforts to restore the Carlingford Lough ferry service, which has not been operating this summer.€820,000 has been allocated for the further development of the Great Lighthouses of Ireland initiative, as well as wider tourism development in the area. The funding is part of a broader €377 million package under the Shared Island Fund, which brings total Government investment through the scheme to more than €1 billion.Speaking about the announcement, Deputy Erin McGreehan said the inclusion of a feasibility assessment for the proposed “Loop of the Lough” tourism concept shows a clear commitment to exploring ways to make the ferry service viable and sustainable once again.Deputy McGreehan joined us on The Agenda this morning to talk to us some more about this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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