Press Release – Michael Lowry – TD Minister Foley Announces New Family Resource Centre for Roscrea
I warmly welcome today’s announcement by the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley, confirming the establishment of ten new Family Resource Centres (FRCs) across the country, including a new Family Resource Centre for Roscrea.
This is extremely positive news for Roscrea and the wider North Tipperary area. The designation of Roscrea Family Resource Centre CLG, to be located at Friar’s Court, represents a significant investment in community supports and family services in the town. It reflects the growing recognition of the vital role Roscrea plays as a service hub for the surrounding rural hinterland.
Family Resource Centres provide essential supports for families at local level, including parenting programmes, child and youth supports, educational initiatives, wellbeing services and community development activities. The establishment of an FRC in Roscrea will strengthen early intervention and preventative services, helping families to access supports in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
This announcement forms part of a wider national expansion of the Family Resource Centre network, increasing the total number of centres from 126 to 136. It also builds on the Government’s earlier commitment in 2025 to establish five additional centres, demonstrating a clear commitment under the Programme for Government to expand and strengthen community-based family supports.
I want to commend all those involved locally in Roscrea who worked diligently to secure this designation. Their commitment to supporting families and building a stronger community has been rewarded with this very welcome outcome.
I will continue to work to ensure that Roscrea and North Tipperary receive the resources and investment needed to support families, children and communities, and I look forward to seeing the positive impact this new Family Resource Centre will have in the years ahead.
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