Local Government Ireland

Keeping beachgoers safe and always ready to act when it matters, no two days are the same in the job of a lifeguard. Learn more about what the role involves: localgov.ie/news/keeping-b…

Woodlands of the future! Ireland's local authorities gave away thousands of young sapling trees as part National Tree Week 2026. Now planted in locations around the country, these trees are promoting wildlife and boosting biodiversity. Read more: localgov.ie/news/communiti…

Ireland's local authorities are proud to promote volunteer opportunities for the Ireland Summer Games 2026 (18–21 June 2026). Be a part of the action. Applications for volunteer roles are open now.

From 1 March to 31 August it's illegal to cut hedgerows in Ireland. Hedgerows teem with life: nesting birds, small animals and insects. The annual pause on hedge cutting helps protect this vital habitat. Learn more on LocalGov.ie: ow.ly/bGpE50YhkIM

Be Winter-Ready Did you know that you can download or order a print copy of the Be Winter-Ready booklet to be posted to your home? See winterready.ie for more information.

Bí Ullamh don Gheimhreadh An raibh a fhios agat gur féidir leat cóip chlóite den leabhrán Bí Ullamh don Gheimhreadh a íoslódáil nó a ordú le cur sa phost chuig do theach? Féach winterready.ie le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais.

This bank holiday weekend Ireland's local authorities are helping to celebrate Imbolc and St Brigid's day with events, parades and craft workshops. Find out about some of the highlights to look forward to: localgov.ie/news/6-events-…

Be Winter-Ready Be Prepared, Stay Safe and know where to find help should you need it For helpful info visit WinterReady.ie.

Bí Ullamh don Gheimhreadh. Bí Ullmhaithe, Bí Sábháilte agus bíodh a fhios agat cá bhfaighidh tú cabhair má theastaíonn sé uait. Foghlaim tuilleadh ag WinterReady.ie.

Excellent career opportunities here from AHEAD partnering with local authorities across Ireland. WAM placements offer paid, mentored roles for graduates with disabilities across a wide range of disciplines in local government. Apply by 4 February. Placements commence in May.

Ireland's local authorities are implementing a new standardised complaints handling policy. The policy, developed with the Office of the Ombudsman, aims to drive service improvements and strengthen public confidence in local government. Learn more: localgov.ie/news/new-unifo…

New year, new you! January is the perfect time to tackle your 2026 fitness goals, and Ireland's local authorities are here to support. From an easy dip in the pool to a full-on game of padel, they offer facilities for every fitness level. Learn more: ow.ly/WpWV50XXebV

In homes across the country close to half a million real Christmas trees are being taken down this week. Your local authority helps people recycle these trees in responsible ways. Find out how at: ow.ly/oa5C50XSj1L

An raibh a fhios agat go soláthraíonn rialtas áitiúil níos mó ná 1,000 seirbhís phoiblí? Faigh amach cad iad na cinn atá ar bharr an tábla sástachta inár dtuarascáil is déanaí. Íoslódáil an tuarascáil: localgov.ie/ga/research/tu…

Tá daoine ag dul i dteagmháil le comhairlí áitiúla ar níos mó bealaí ná riamh. Sa tuarascáil is déanaí dár gcuid taispeántar an dóigh a bhfuil comhairlí ag athrú chun freastal ar riachtanais a gcustaiméirí. Íoslódáil an tuarascáil: localgov.ie/ga/research/tu…

People engage with their local authority in more ways than before. According to the latest Local Government Customer Service Report, websites are the most popular channel for engaging with local authorities in 2025. Read the full report: localgov.ie/research/2025-…

Did you know that local government delivers over 1000 public services? Find out which ones receive the highest rating in our latest report. Link: localgov.ie/research/2025-…

Cyclists on our roads are at heightened risk. Fourteen pedal cyclists have lost their lives so far this year, with a significant number of fatalities falling into two age groups: ➡️Young people under 20 ➡️ Older adults aged 70 and above. #CanYouSeeMeNow #KeepingPeopleSafe

To date in 2025, 37 pedestrians and two e-scooter driver/passengers have been killed on our roads. Among them, our oldest citizens are particularly vulnerable; people aged over 80 make up a large share of these deaths. #CanYouSeeMeNow #KeepingPeopleSafe

Strong local economies are the lifeblood of every community, and your council is there to help businesses succeed. Discover 7 ways local authorities support local businesses every day: localgov.ie/news/7-ways-lo…