Fingal Arts Plan 2006 – 2010
In 2006, the Council published its first Arts Development Plan for Fingal. Written entirely in-house and rejecting the usual method of engaging consultants, the plan was the result of a year’s in depth consultation with a broad range of cultural groups, individuals, and arts organisations, at local and national level.
The aim in writing the plan was to identify the strengths of cultural activity within the County, and place them within the greater Dublin and national contexts. The plan has since been acknowledged by the Arts Council of Ireland as an example of best practice, and continues to be used as a template for other local authorities.