To mark the start of Ireland’s EU Presidency, Leitrim County Council celebrated its pairing with Cyprus through a special flag-raising ceremony at Áras an Chontae on 1 July 2026. The initiative will promote cultural exchange, community engagement and greater awareness of the European Union through a county-wide programme of events.

The National Severe Weather & Flooding Coordination Group met with key stakeholders this morning to review and prepare for the weather conditions that are predicted for Ireland over the next two days.

Bathers are advised that swimming is currently PROHIBITED at this bathing water due to an increase in the levels of algae found in a bathing water sample taken on 25th May 2026.

Advisory notice during the high temperature period.

Leitrim County Council has launched Most Definitely Leitrim, a social media campaign promoting the county as an attractive place to live, work and relocate to, particularly for those seeking a better work-life balance. The campaign also showcases supports such as the Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and invites people to take part in a new remote working survey

If you swim at beaches, lakes or rivers tell Leitrim County Council if the swimming spot should maintain existing designated bathing waters designations.

The Department of Rural & Community Development have announced the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme for 2026/2027 and Leitrim County Council now invites submission of Expressions of Interest for the Scheme.

The Department of Rural & Community Development have announced the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme for 2026/2027 and Leitrim County Council now invites submission of Expressions of Interest for the Scheme.

The Local Environmental Action Fund (LEAF) was officially launched by Leitrim County Council and IPB Insurance on Monday 15th June 2026. Applications now open for Community Groups for grants between €1000 and €25000

Applications for Club Development Grants and Volunteer Support Grants 2026 are closing on Friday, 12th June 2026 at 4pm.

A review of the Casual Trading Bye-Laws for Co Leitrim is underway. Submissions accepted no later than 5.00 p.m. on Friday 17th July 2026.

Water safety Appeal ahead of June Bank Holiday Weekend from The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI