Local Economic and Community Plan 2023 – 2028 Updates
| ID | Description | Provide Update |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1.2 | Engage with communities and organisations to scope current climate transition status and identify future need. | Provide Update |
| 1.1.3 | Provide clear sign-posting of supports for the transition to a Net Zero, climate resilient county. | Provide Update |
| 1.1.4 | Support initiatives which inform, facilitate and enable behavioural changes towards more sustainable outcomes. | Provide Update |
| 1.1.5 | Support the development of renewable and alternative energies, and sustainable construction materials and methods. | Provide Update |
| 1.1.6 | Promote and Facilitate the implementation of the Fingal Climate Action Plan 2024 - 2029, Biodiversity Action Plan 2022-2030, the Fingal Circular Cities Action Plan, and climate positive initiatives being rolled out by other bodies and Agencies. | Provide Update |
| 2.1.1 | Support implementation of the Fingal County Development Plan and the Fingal Economic Development Strategy relating to economic lands and the development of sustainable and strategic infrastructure ie housing, power, water, wastewater, education facilities, digital connectivity, strategic physical infrastructure, sustainable/active travel infrastructure, public transport, and Dublin Airport. | Provide Update |
| 2.1.2 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy relating to low-cost start-up and scale-up spaces and business/industrial parks. | Provide Update |
| 2.1.3 | In collaboration with IDA Ireland, explore options to deliver more economic lands and facilities in Fingal which facilitate Foreign Direct Investment. | Provide Update |
| 2.2.1 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy relating to cluster development. | Provide Update |
| 2.2.2 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy relating to establishing an economic forum and adopting an ‘anchor employer account management approach to business engagement. | Provide Update |
| 2.2.3 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy relating to the creation of a one front door solution to sign-post business supports. | Provide Update |
| 2.2.4 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy Marketing Plan, specifically targeting investors. | Provide Update |
| 2.3.1 | Identify under-represented groups and address reasons for under-representation in the Fingal labour market, such as childcare availability, transport options, and skills. | Provide Update |
| 2.3.2 | Delivery of employability programmes for economically inactive people. | Provide Update |
| 2.3.3 | Provide job related training to unemployed people, such as CV preparation, interview skills, social media skills for job seeking, and transition to employment initiatives. | Provide Update |
| 3.1.1 | Develop the next iteration of the Fingal Skills Strategy | Provide Update |
| 3.1.2 | Engage with community representative organisations and individuals in local target priority groups to identify and address skills needs | Provide Update |
| 3.1.3 | Ongoing monitoring and delivery of relevant education and training by providers in Fingal to address requirements of residents. | Provide Update |
| 3.1.4 | Promote and develop targeted skills development opportunities | Provide Update |
| 3.1.5 | Align with the recommendations of the Fingal Skills Strategy. | Provide Update |
| 3.1.6 | Work with employers and education & training providers to identify occupations in Fingal which have greatest exposure to technological change. | Provide Update |
| 3.1.7 | Work with employers and education & training providers to identify up- and re-skilling opportunities to target future growth sectors. | Provide Update |
| 3.1.8 | Support initiatives to provide up- and re-skilling opportunities. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.1 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy relating to skills development to meet businesses needs and the recommendations of the Fingal Skills Strategy. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.2 | Promote options to support the recognition of occupational credentials from overseas. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.3 | Collaborate with education & training providers, businesses and key stakeholders to devise innovative skills development initiatives such, such as in digital/AI/green economy. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.4 | Identify and address barriers to education, and sign-post available solutions | Provide Update |
| 3.2.5 | In collaboration with education & training providers and employers, explore the further development and roll out of apprenticeship/ traineeship programmes especially in economic sectors of pressing need. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.6 | Support and promote and life-long learning opportunities and promotion events. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.7 | Engage with community, voluntary, social inclusion and environmental organisations in the Fingal Public Participation Network to identify and address skills gaps. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.8 | Engage with education & training providers to deliver relevant training | Provide Update |
| 3.2.9 | Provide capacity-building training and support opportunities. | Provide Update |
| 3.2.10 | Develop the skills and capacity of Fingal Public Participation Network members to participate in decision-making structures and greater involvement in improving the design and delivery of community services. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.1 | Support implementation of Healthy Ireland and Healthy Fingal initiatives. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.2 | Improve the health and wellbeing of the community by promotion of access to new and existing recreational, physical and mental health support services, facilities and amenities in Fingal. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.3 | Devise plans to address gaps in support services and facilities in specific geographic areas. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.4 | Support and collaborate with Drug and Alcohol Task Forces and associated partners to implement prevention and early intervention initiatives to reduce the harm caused by the misuse of alcohol and drugs. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.5 | Continue to develop Community First Responders. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.6 | Promote information resources in community settings that reinforce positive health messages for improved health and well-being. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.7 | Facilitate community engagement in the design of outreach initiatives to increase participation and take up of activities and services which promote active living and good mental health. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.8 | Actively promote and increase the inclusion of traditionally under-represented populations in health and wellbeing activities. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.9 | Maintain and develop arts and sporting initiatives designed to support young people in reaching their full potential. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.10 | Collaborate with key agencies and community groups in assessing young (under 25 years of age) and older people's needs to develop and implement the Fingal CYSPC Strategy and the Fingal Age Friendly Strategy. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.11 | Facilitate community engagement with the HSE and TUSLA to accelerate the development of early intervention and prevention programmes in line with National Suicide Reduction Strategy, Connecting for Life (2015-2024). | Provide Update |
| 4.1.12 | Support community based initiatives to address mental health and social inclusion based on the needs of specific communities of interest, such as young males, ethnic minorities and the Traveller Community. | Provide Update |
| 4.1.13 | Continue to develop Mental Health First Responder Schemes. | Provide Update |
| 4.2.1 | Expand opportunities for residents and community groups to participate in community decision making and local democracy. | Provide Update |
| 4.2.2 | Improve access and engagement between community groups and Fingal County Council and other government/state agencies. | Provide Update |
| 4.3.1 | Support implementation of the Fingal Migrant Integration and Social Cohesion Strategy. | Provide Update |
| 4.3.2 | Periodically assess the needs of migrants to facilitate integration of children, young people and families both socially and economically. | Provide Update |
| 4.3.3 | Engage with minority and migrant groups through dedicated outreach programmes to highlight available amenities and services in Fingal. | Provide Update |
| 4.3.4 | Develop further initiatives to ensure newly arrived migrants and socially excluded groups are supported. | Provide Update |
| 4.3.5 | Document and share learning with a view to removing duplication and improving service integration and delivery of education, training and activation supports and services. | Provide Update |
| 4.4.1 | Ensure appropriate supports are provided to Fingal residents within socially excluded groups and designated disadvantaged areas. | Provide Update |
| 4.4.2 | Identify key drivers of disadvantage in main areas of disadvantage per Pobalâ's 2022 HP Deprivation Index. | Provide Update |
| 4.4.3 | Develop outreach programmes for disadvantaged areas, focussing on removing barriers to work, and promoting accessible education pathways. | Provide Update |
| 4.4.4 | Provide supports to children and young people from target groups at risk of early school leaving and/ or not in education, employment or training. | Provide Update |
| 5.1.1 | Support the implementation of Fingal County Council's 2019 - 2025 Arts Plan. | Provide Update |
| 5.1.2 | Collaborate with operators of key heritage sites and transport operators to identify and address issues in access, specifically relating to transport options. | Provide Update |
| 5.1.3 | Support local communities to protect and develop local heritage and community cultural assets (including festivals and events). | Provide Update |
| 5.1.4 | Facilitate collaboration between the NTA, BusConnects and other transport operators and Fingal County Council to explore options to improve transport and infrastructure for key heritage site access. | Provide Update |
| 5.1.5 | Support and mentor community heritage groups in the areas of group development, strategic planning, access to funding and project management. | Provide Update |
| 5.1.6 | Foster learning exchanges between heritage asset operators and local heritage and community groups so as to share best practices. | Provide Update |
| 5.2.1 | Facilitate community awareness, community engagement and events to share knowledge and demonstrate diverse backgrounds and cultural beliefs. | Provide Update |
| 5.2.2 | Support the rollout of the Yellow Flag Initiative, promoting interculturalism, across Fingal schools. | Provide Update |
| 5.2.3 | Promote awareness regarding the availability of community facilities as places where inclusivity can be fostered. | Provide Update |
| 5.2.4 | Develop an integrated and readily understandable directory of all local services. | Provide Update |
| 5.3.1 | Alignment of the Marketing Plan which accompanies the Fingal Economic Development Strategy to incorporate and better promote Fingal's arts, heritage and culture within the Dublin and Irish contexts and maximise the reach of the county's brand. | Provide Update |
| 6.1.1 | Support implementation of the Fingal Economic Development Strategy, the Fingal Tourism Strategy, the Fingal Food & Drink Policy and the LEADER Local Development Strategy relating to the development of vibrant places and sectors across Fingal. | Provide Update |
| 6.1.2 | Implementation of Town Centre First policy and delivery of Town Centre First Plans including local economic & community development initiatives | Provide Update |
| 6.1.3 | Consult regularly with employers, employees and representative groups to identify and understand transport and infrastructural needs. | Provide Update |
| 6.1.4 | Facilitate collaboration between the NTA, BusConnects and other transport operators Fingal County Council to explore options to improve access and infrastructure including the development of active travel options. | Provide Update |
| 6.2.1 | Work with residents to ensure safe neighbourhoods. | Provide Update |
| 6.2.2 | Facilitate a collaborative approach to promoting safer neighbourhoods and reducing anti-social behaviour. | Provide Update |
| 6.2.3 | Promote Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (passive surveillance) as a feature in commercial and residential developments. | Provide Update |
| 6.2.4 | Work in partnership with An Garda Síochána and community organisations to deliver late night sporting and other programmes for young people in key targeted areas. | Provide Update |
| 6.2.5 | Work with An Garda Síochána to ensure community policing remains an integral element of security in Fingal. | Provide Update |