€50m fund for communities supporting Ukrainians to be unveiled today

Minister for Rural and Community Heather Humphreys, and Minister of State Joe O’Brien, will today set out the details of the multi-million Community Recognition Fund. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins Photos

Details of a €50m fund for communities that have "stepped up to the plate" in supporting Ukrainian refugees are to be announced today.

Local communities are to receive funding to refurbish sports clubs, upgrade playgrounds, parks and walkways as well as enhance school or parish facilities that are open to the wider community after hours or on weekends.