Funding announced for new disability service hub in Kerry

Disability Minister and Kerry Fianna Fail TD Norma Foley has announced government funding for a new disability service hub in Kerry, radio kerry ie reported. The allocation is part of more than 9.5 million euros in financial support designated for 15 disability projects across Ireland. [1]

According to radio kerry ie, the Tralee based community project Inspired will receive the funding to deliver the new hub and expand its existing operations. The project has secured planning permission from Kerry County Council to convert the first floor of a building for the facility. The expansion will increase day service capacity to 40 places while adding a new training programme and an alternative respite programme. [1]

Infrastructure and transport services across County Kerry have been a major focus of recent regional developments. As FTMQ News reported earlier, Kerry County Council has been liaising with Kerry Airport regarding a potential new flight route connecting Kerry and Belfast following record passenger numbers at the airport. [5]

Public services in the county have also faced funding debates in recent weeks. As FTMQ News reported earlier, Sinn Fein Transport Spokesperson Pa Daly previously called for urgent funding to restore a rural Kerry bus service connecting Kilflynn and Abbeydorney after its schedule was reduced. [4]