Offaly County Development Plan 2021–2027 (as varied) — Chapter 9: Social Inclusion Community and Cultural Development

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   Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027 Chapter 9 Social Inclusion, Community and Cultural Development Page 313 new fast food/takeaway outlets in close proximity to schools so as to protect the health and wellbeing of school-going children. Co-Working Hubs SICCDP–24 It is Council policy to support and facilitate the establishment of co-working/ remote working hubs and creative hubs as either standalone facilities themselves or ancillary to public buildings, libraries and community centres or in towns and village centres as appropriate. Libraries SICCDP–25 It is Council policy to implement the Offaly County Library Development Plan 2010-2014 (as extended) and any subsequent Library Development Plans. SICCDP–26 It is Council policy to ensure that the County Library Service is strongly positioned to support: the knowledge society, social inclusion, e-Government, life-long learning initiatives, local studies and archive services, children’s services, services to rural communities, the housebound and older people. SICCDP–27 It is Council policy to support the refurbishment and upgrade of the libraries at Banagher, Daingean, Ferbane and Kilcormac, in accordance with the Offaly County Council, Library Development Plan. Arts, Culture and Language SICCDP–28 It is Council policy to implement the Creative Ireland Programme 2017-22, Council’s Arts Strategy 2018-2022 and the Offaly Culture and Creative Strategy 2018-2021. SICCDP–29 It is Council policy to maximise the per cent for art scheme for Offaly in relation to its major capital projects which provides opportunities for artists of all disciplines to create work for the public realm. Public capital projects, for example: housing developments, roads, water and waste water treatment schemes, as well as hospitals, schools and libraries, have a percentage of the total capital costs allocated for the creation of a work of art. It is Council policy to reflect a commitment to, and recognition of, the diversities of the scheme in line with national guidelines. SICCDP–30 It is Council policy to support initiates at promoting Gaeilge, the Irish language, and the need for access to social supports in terms of language, education and employment for refugees, asylum seekers and migrants.

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   Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027 Chapter 9 Social Inclusion, Community and Cultural Development Page 314 Health and Wellbeing SICCDP–31 It is Council policy to promote the improvement of health and wellbeing services throughout the county, in particular to encourage the integration of health and wellbeing services and facilities with new and existing community facilities, where feasible. SICCDP–32 It is Council policy to look favourably upon the development of primary care centre, clinics and facilities for the specific needs of an ageing population, in accessible locations, particularly town centres, which comprise / provide access to a range of healthcare services including general practitioners, nurses / midwives, health care assistants, home help assistants, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social workers and administrative personnel, as appropriate. The provision of individual healthcare facilities will also be considered, as appropriate. SICCDP–33 It is Council policy to support the Health Service Executive and other statutory and voluntary agencies in the provision of appropriate healthcare facilities including the development of both the system of hospital care and the provision of community-based primary care facilities. SICCDP-34 It is Council policy to ensure the integration of safe and convenient alternatives to the car into the design of our communities by prioritising walking and cycling accessibility to both existing and proposed developments and integrating physical activity facilities for all ages. SICCDP-35 It is Council policy to support the key priorities of the Healthy Offaly Plan 2018-2020 (as updated in the future) to promote health and well-being. SICCDP-36 It is Council policy to support the designation of the Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore as a major trauma centre, its continued development as a ‘teaching’ hospital and the potential of a ‘regional’ hospice at this location. Burial Grounds/Crematoriums SICCDP–37 It is Council policy to protect the cultural heritage of historical burial grounds within the county and to encourage their management and maintenance in accordance with conservation principles. SICCDP–38 It is Council policy to facilitate the development of new or extended burial grounds and crematoria by the zoning of land at suitable locations and providing local authority burial grounds subject to appropriate safeguards with regard to environmental, noise and traffic impacts. SICCDP–39 It is Council policy to consider handing Council graveyards back to communities to allow them to be cared for by the community, as appropriate. SICCDP–40 It is Council policy to implement the provisions of the Offaly County Council Byelaws 2015 in relation to the use, protection and management of cemeteries provided by and under the control of Offaly County Council.

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   Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027 Chapter 9 Social Inclusion, Community and Cultural Development Page 315 Places of Worship SICCDP–41 It is Council policy to support and facilitate the development of places of worship and multifaith facilities at appropriate locations, such as town and village centres. Traditional Local Services SICCDP–42 It is Council policy to support and encourage traditional local services such as small shops, post offices, and licensed premises, acknowledging their important role in communities and smaller settlements, particularly villages and Sráids throughout the county.

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   Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027 Chapter 9 Social Inclusion, Community and Cultural Development Page 316 9.28 Social Inclusion, Community and Cultural Developments Education SICCDO–01 It is an objective of the Council that the provision of new educational facilities are located within existing settlements and thereby out-of-town locations are considered only in exceptional circumstances. Open Spaces / Amenity SICCDO–02 It is an objective of the Council to develop open spaces throughout the county which will encourage a range of recreational and amenity activities that will cater for both active and passive needs. Play Facilities SICCDO–03 It is an objective of the Council to develop a partnership approach in funding and developing children’s play opportunities throughout the county, in accordance with ‘Ready Steady Play,’ A National Play Policy and Offaly County Council and Offaly Local Development Committee, Joint Playground Policy 2009-2013’ as extended and any subsequent policies. Library Facilities SICCDO–04 It is an objective of the Council to support the refurbishment of libraries at Banagher, Daingean, Ferbane and Kilcormac, in accordance with the Offaly County Library Development Plan, as resources allow. SICCDO–05 It is an objective of the Council to develop a new purpose built modern community library and arts space at JKL Street Edenderry. Fire and Rescue Services SICCDO-06 It is an objective of the Council to support the provision of a modern and effective fire and rescue services for the county.

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