LEADER 2023 – 2027

LEADER 2023 -2027

LEADER is a community-led approach to local development funded through Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan 2023 – 2027.   The programme aims to support  private enterprises and community groups to  improve the quality of life and economic activity in rural areas.

Funding is available at a rate of up to 75% for Capital Projects, up to 90% for Analysis & Development Projects and 100% for Training Projects.

The 2023 to 2027 LEADER Programme aims to support local projects under three themes and thirteen sub-themes as shown below:

Theme 1: Economic Development and Job Creation

Sub Themes:

• The Green Economy
• Agricultural Diversification
• Rural Tourism and Recreation
• Enterprise Development
• Rural Food Production
• Social, Community and Cooperative Enterprises

Theme 2: Rural Infrastructure and Social Inclusion

Sub Themes:

• Rural Infrastructure
• Accessible Services
• Optimizing Digital Connectivity
• Rural Youth

Theme 3: Sustainable Development and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

Sub Themes:

• Sustainable Development of the Rural Environment
• Climate Change Capacity Building
• Climate Change Mitigation  and Adaptation