A total allocation of over €140 million has been finalised for the local authority for 2027.
Over €140 million has been allocated to Laois County Council for the 2027 Budget.
Compared to last year, the council has received an increase of 5.8%.
Seven areas have been identified and supported through the most recent allocations.
This years budget focuses on maintaining existing services while investing in the future of County Laois.
Housing and roads are among the main areas receiving increased funding, with €47.1 million allocated to housing, an increase of €5.6 million, and €33.7 million for road transport and safety.
This includes €3.15 million for local roads, up €1 million on 2026.
Environmental Services have been allocated €600,000 while €30,000 has been allocated to parks and open spaces.
The budget also supports tourism with festivals, events and marketing initiatives being supported.
Almost €1 million will go towards heritage, including €180,000 from the council's own resources and €816,000 in national grants.
€1 million has been allocated to library services,not including staffing costs, with €200 thousand euro for new books.
The arts sector will also receive €550,000, for continued investment in parks, street cleaning and environmental services.
Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.
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