Minister Joe O’Brien urges community groups to join Public Participation Networks during national awareness campaign

Pictured at the launch of a national awareness campaign for Public Participation Networks (PPNs) are Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development, Charities and Integration, Joe O’Brien TD with some of the groups.

PPNs allow local authorities to connect with community groups around the country and give people a greater say in local government decisions that affect their communities. The national awareness campaign aims to encourage community groups to join their local PPNs, and to shine a light on their important work

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