LEADER Rural Development Programme
LEADER Rural Development Programme (CLÁR/LEADER)
Paid by Local Action Groups (Department of Rural and Community Development, EU co-funded) · 🇮🇪 Ireland
What this pays
The published value, how it is calculated, and whether it is cash or a credit ceiling.
Email and a six-digit code, then €50 a year. No password to forget.
Who qualifies
UnlockThe 4 published rules this programme tests you against — age, income, residency, household and the rest.
The steps, documents and official link are part of the paid plan. Checking how much you're owed stays free.
2 documents you'll need
UnlockExactly what to gather before you start, so nothing sends you back to the beginning.
Where this comes from
Prospective applicants should contact their LAG through its Implementing Partner (where applicable) to register an expression of interest and discuss the eligibility of a project proposal
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Last checked against the official page on 5 October 2026
Source: www.gov.ie
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