Free Online session on Wed 6th December at 7.30pm   This session will be of interest to: Committee members, Staff, Trustees, and Volunteers in the non-profit sector. About the session: Committee members, Staff, Trustees, and Volunteers in the non-profit sector are required to operate accounts in Financial Institutions such as banks and credit unions on behalf of their organisation. This...

The Institute of Public Administration (IPA), which has been engaged by the Department to carry out this review, is examining how the SPC system is operating on the ground. Based on its research findings, the IPA will make recommendations for consideration by the Minister in an effort to enhance the operation, role and impact of the SPCs. As part of the review process, the IPA has prepared a...

Join us for our Mid-Year Members’ Gathering (Plenary/AGM)on Saturday 25th November in The Presbyterian Church Hall, Arklow (Y14 KX31) from 10am to 1pm. Like a traditional AGM the initial section of the gathering will be devoted to updating you about the work and finances of the PPN as well as providing you with an opportunity to steer our work for 2024 and ratify new PPN members,...

One of the main functions of the PPN is to ensure that the voice of the local community is represented on county policy and decision-making bodies.  We currently have a number of vacant PPN Rep positions, and we would be very grateful if you or a member of your group would consider volunteering for any of the seats. Click HERE to find out more and complete a nomination form. If you have any...

The Seanad Public Consultation Committee sought ideas as part of its consultation on the Future of Local Democracy. Our submission made on behalf of Wicklow PPN Member Groups was based on what we heard from groups at our Vision for Community Wellbeing session in relation to Participation, Democracy & Good Governance in particular. It also includes the experiences and observations of PPN...

Join us on Saturday 24th June in The Avon, Blessington  to celebrate the amazing network of diverse community & voluntary groups in Co. Wicklow and catch up on the work of the PPN. We will be joined by the New Community Climate Action Officer in Wicklow County Council who will guide and support communities from the very start in relation to the New Community Climate Action Progamme Fund....

It was a pleasure to meet people from across the county at our Community Catch Ups held during April/May. While the numbers were small the networking, exchange of information and chat was mighty. Thanks to the many groups that provided information on the work their doing in communities – it was inspirational. Thanks also to the following for joining us for these events and sharing information...

Based on what we have heard from our member groups, discussions with the Law Reform Commission and other PPNs we have prepared a submission to this Consultation which raises important questions as to how regulators and individuals can enforce legal obligations and, if necessary, sue unincorporated associations. It also explores the potential legal consequences, including personal liability,...

PPN Reps met to review the draft of the Local Economic and Community Plan 2023-2029.  Based on discussions held at this meeting, follow up submissions and the ‘What we Heard’ documents compiled from the Vision for our Community consultations held during 2022 the PPN made the attached submission to the latest draft of the County Wicklow Local Economic and Community Plan. Click HERE...