The Central Statistics Office, in collaboration with the PPNs in the South East Regional Network (Carlow, Cork City, Cork County, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Wexford, Waterford and Wicklow), hosted a lunchtime Zoom Census Roadshow Information Session on Monday, 24th November. The session provided an: Overview of the upcoming Census 2027 and key changes Insights and findings from Census 2022 A live...

Join us to share your views on transport and safety, connect with others, hear PPN updates, and help shape our communities’ future on Saturday 29th November in Tinahely.  Doors open from 9.30am for tea/coffee, registration & chat.  Events starts at 10am. This Gathering will: Give your group a platform to have your voice heard on key local topics Provide updates on PPN work and future...

A new national report, “Building Community Resilience for Times of Emergency,” shines a spotlight on the vital role of Public Participation Networks (PPNs) in helping communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. Developed through a nationwide survey and a workshop held in Portlaoise in July 2025, the report was led by the PPNs of Tipperary, Leitrim, and Laois, with...

Wicklow PPN’s Environmental Representative, Huw O’Toole, has submitted a powerful call to action to the Wicklow County Council Economic Development & Enterprise Strategic Policy Committee.  His message highlights that Wicklow’s environment is not only vital to our wellbeing but is also our greatest economic resource—one that must be protected and prioritised in all areas of local planning...

Wicklow PPN are inviting nominations from our Community and Voluntary Pillar member groups in both the Greystones and Wicklow Municipal Districts to put forward representatives for consideration for the Municipal District seat on the newly forming Wicklow Local Community Safety Partnership Committee. This new committee will play a key role in enhancing community safety and wellbeing across the...

Wicklow PPN is now inviting nominations for PPN Representatives on the newly established Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP). This new committee, set up under the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2024, will bring together state agencies, local authorities, and community representatives to address safety concerns, strengthen multi-agency responses, and build public confidence....

Wicklow PPN currently has a number of vacant Representative seats, including on the newly forming Wicklow Local Community Safety Partnership Committee, that we would encourage people to consider putting their names forward for. Closing Date for receipt of nominations is 9am on Monday 22nd September 2025 One of the main functions of the PPN is to ensure that the voice of the local community is...

Online  (1st Oct, 5th Nov & 10th Dec) In person (Sat end of Jan) Is your group run by volunteers? Want to strengthen how your organisation operates and meets funder expectations? Join this free four-session training programme to: Learn the essentials of accountability and transparency Strengthen policies and structures Explore practical governance tools Network with other local groups...

Wicklow PPN has made a submission to the Local Democracy Taskforce Stakeholder Engagement (August 2025). The submission highlighting the need for stronger local democracy, better community engagement, and clearer support for Councillors and Municipal Districts. Click HERE to access the Submission Click HERE to access Letter of Acknowledgement

Wicklow PPN has made a submission to the public consultation on the Draft Wicklow Biodiversity Action Plan 2025–2030. In our submission, we welcomed the development of the plan and its strong framework for protecting and restoring biodiversity across the county. We also highlighted the importance of setting ambitious targets to halt biodiversity loss by 2030, strengthening monitoring and...