Josepha Madigan (Dublin Rathdown, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I understand there is a heritage officer in County Clare. It would be good to liaise with that officer. Perhaps the officer would have ideas on how to promote the public consultation of the heritage plan. The role of a heritage officer is really important. An officer works with other sections in the local authority to develop policies and projects that highlight the importance of our national built heritage when planning for the future. The officers co-ordinate and implement county heritage plans and also help inform, develop and implement national and regional heritage policy at local level.

The Department is updating its website daily as details on more events come in. The Deputy talked about highlighting the heritage plan. In general, Members should contact the local authority heritage officer, who will have the most up-to-date information on events locally. A list of heritage officers is available on the Heritage Council's website.

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