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Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy 2020–2032
The regional strategy for the Northern and Western Region, including the Galway Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan.
Northern and Western Regional Assembly · January 2020 · 320 pages
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- RSES OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE As identified in the previous section, the Local Government Reform Act, 2014 provides for consultation with key public bodies in the preparation of the RSES, and furthermore, it provides for additional interaction with these bodies in the review of the RSES implementation, including the MASP and the RGCSPs. An RSES Oversight Committee will, therefore, be established within six months of the adoption of the RSES. This Committee will comprise representatives from the following areas: g The Regional Assembly g Local Authorities g Named public bodies g Bodies representing environmental interests, civic society, social inclusion and economic development. The Regional Assembly will review the RSES every six years, and this review will if necessary, modify, or revoke objectives should the need to do so arise. REGIONAL POLICY OBJECTIVES RPO 10.1 Within six months of the adoption of the RSES, a RSES Oversight Committee(s) will be established to ensure oversight of the implementation, monitoring and reporting of progress in implementation of the RSES to the Regional Assembly, as well as identifying opportunities to drive Regional Development, and suggest sources of funding, fostering partnerships/new collaborations. RPO 10.2 The RSES Oversight Committee will: g Assess issues that impact upon the effectiveness or performance of the strategy g Evaluate the progress made across all Regional Policy Objectives, including those of the Galway MASP and the Regional Growth Centre Strategic Plans for Sligo, Letterkenny and Athlone. RPO 10.3 The Northern and Western Regional Assembly will: g Every two years prepare a report which monitors the progress in implementing the RSES g As part of the RSES review process, the NWRA will publish (and update) an infrastructure tracker and progress report every two years. This report will update the status of all major Regional Infrastructure Projects. RPO 10.4 It is an objective to carry out a review and update of baseline data for monitoring and reporting of progress in implementing the RSES. Said data shall be published on the NWRA website.Northern & Western Regional Assembly 301 10 Implementation
- 10.5 Responsive Strategy The RSES is a ‘living strategy’ that will evolve to address emerging or changing issues, as well as reflect updated data and evidence. As local, national and international conditions and circumstances change and affect the region, the NWRA and partners, will be required to adapt. New and revised data, links to new government or regional-based policy, and examples of delivery programmes and innovative projects will be added during reviews so that it remains up to date and relevant. This approach of creating a ‘living strategy’ will not change the strategic direction but will allow it to remain current and relevant. Major issues or disruptions may require changes to parts of the plan, possibly all of it. Any changes to the strategies direction would need formal public consultation.Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy 2020-2032 302 10 Implementation
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- Glossary Action Plan for Rural Development Strategy developed by the Government (Department of Rural and Community Development) aimed at unlocking the potential of rural Ireland through a framework of supports at national and local level. Agricultural Innovation (Ag Innovation) Introduction of new processes / technologies to Agriculture in order to enhance efficiency, resilience, and reduce expose to shocks or events such as climate change. Bio Economy Covers all systems relating to the production of biological resources, including animals, plants, microorganisms, and derived bio-mass. Blueway Blueways are a network of multi-activity recreational trails, based on or alongside lakes, canals and rivers. Blue Economy The Blue Economy is sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, while preserving the health of ocean ecosystem. Brownfield Site Brownfield site or Brownfield land may be defined as any serviced land which has been subjected to development, excluding agricultural, forestry and open spaces. Compact Growth Concept clearly outlined within the National Planning Framework, whereby 40% - 50% of new development (2020 – 2040) is to occur within the existing built up Urban Footprint of our cities and towns. (Infill lands, and Brownfield sites). City / suburbs As defined by the CSO (2016). County/City Development Plan (CDP) A County or City Development Plan is a 6 year strategy, prepared by a local authority under Chapter 1 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (As amended), setting out the overall planning strategy and policies for that period. Destination Towns Destination Towns are urban centres identified by Failte Ireland, which are strategicially positioned in proximity to some of the region’s outstanding attractions (WAW etc.) and which have significant bednight capacity, ordinarily in the thousands. Discovery points (Wild Atlantic Way) Iconic sites (150no.) positioned along the Wild Atlantic Way (WAW) which are notable for their seascape location, natural and heritage assets. Disruptive Technology A technology which has the potential to very significantly alter markets and their functioning and significantly alter the way that businesses operate. It involves a new product or process and it can also involve the emergence of a new business model. Disruption is not about technology alone but the combination of technology and business model innovation. Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund A €500 million challenge-based fund confirmed in the NDP, which will see investment in the research, development and deployment of disruptive technologies and applications on a commercial basis. Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor The largest economic agglomeration on the island of Ireland, with the cities and towns along the corridor home to a population of around 2 million people, exclusive of wider catchments. The corridor links the two largest cities and several of the largest towns on the island by high-capacity road and national rail links and plays a critical role in supporting economic growth and competitiveness. Drogheda-Dundalk- Newry play an important role with growth potential and for regional development. Dynamic Clustering The aggregation of SME’s across a range of sectors, involved in different process, operating in different markets. Eco-System Services The direct, and indirect contributions of Eco-Systems to human well-being. Examples include food, fresh water, medicines, wood, fibers and genetic resources.Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy 2020-2032 304
- Enterprise 2025 Renewed Ireland’s National Enterprise Strategy, published by the Department of Business, Enterprise & Innovation in 2015. European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) A European level fund that aims to redress regional imbalances in the European Union. Europe 2020 The European Union’s strategy for growth and jobs, emphasising smart sustainable and inclusive growth as a way to overcome the structural weaknesses in Europe’s economy, improve its competitiveness and productivity and underpin a sustainable social market economy. Gaeltacht Service Town A town with a population of over 1000 that is situated in or adjacent to Gaeltacht Language Planning Areas and which have a significant role in providing public services, recreational, social and commercial facilities for those areas. They are designated by the Minister under section 9 (1) of the Gaeltacht Act 2012. Green Roof A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane. It may also include additional layers such as a root barrier and drainage and irrigation systems. Green Economy The green economy is defined as an economy that aims at reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities, and that aims for sustainable development without degrading the environment. Green Infrastructure A strategically planned network of natural and seminatural areas with other environmental features designed and managed to deliver a wide range of ecosystem services’ in both rural and urban settings. Greenway A recreational or pedestrian corridor mainly for nonmotorised journeys developed in an integrated manner which enhances both the environment and quality of life of the surrounding area, more generally associated with cycling. Greenfield Site Greenfield site or Greenfield land may be defined as any land within an urban area, which has not been subject to development. Such lands may often not be serviced and does include land that is used for the purpose of agriculture or forestry. Historic Towns A town that has significant cultural and heritage assets and has a distinctive sense of place. Historic towns include those of medieval and pre-medieval foundation, plantation towns, planned estate towns and those established around local industries. Ireland 2040 – National Planning Framework (NPF) The Government’s high-level strategic plan for shaping the future growth and development of Ireland out to the year 2040. Landing Spaces High quality serviced office offering for those seeking a base for operations, on a per desk basis. This enables a client to test the labour market, experience the location and build its talent pool, while working locally on a more long term property solution. Local Economic and Community Plan (LECP) A 6 year plan prepared at local authority level that sets out the objectives and actions needed to promote and support the economic and community development of the relevant local authority area. Local Enterprise Office A Local Entreprise Office is a dedicated team within each local Authority that provides the ‘First Stop Shop’ advice, information and support to anyone starting or growing a business in Ireland. National Adaptation Framework National strategy that was published in 2018 by the Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment (DCCAE) to reduce the vulnerability of the country to the negative effects of climate change and to avail of positive impacts. National Development Plan 2018-2027 (NDP) The Government’s capital expenditure plan for the period 2018-2027, integrated with the NPF.Northern & Western Regional Assembly 305
- National Strategic Outcome (NSO) 10 overarching shared sets of goals that have been identified in the NPF. Other Planning Criteria Material planning considerations as outlined in the relevant County Development Plan or Local Area Plan. Open Data This is data that can be freely used, shared and built-on by anyone, anywhere, for any purpose, without restrictions from copyright, patents or other mechanisms of control. Peatways Recreational and environmental trails through peatland areas. Quality of Life Factors Built environment, traffic impacts, access to amenities and public transport, personal safety and health. Regional Action Plan for Jobs (RAPJ) An action plan published annually, in the period 2012- 2018, by the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation aimed at raising employment levels in the regions and facilitating them to achieve their economic potential. They have since been replaced by Regional Enterprise Plans (REPs). Regional Enterprise Plans The translation of national policy into the regions by collaborative work from state bodies to aid Enterprise Agencies. Regional Enterprise Plans (REPs) have emerged from a process to refresh and refocus the Regional Action Plan for Jobs (RAPJ). Regional Policy Objectives A suite of regional development objectives that provide a long term strategic planning and economic framework for the development of the region. Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) State support scheme for job creation in rural areas (towns and villages with populations < 10,000) using a competitive bid process. The fund is administered by the Department of Rural and Community Development. Safe Places Places and infrastructure are designed to minimise and manage risks from flooding. Slow Tourism Tourism based on sustainability as regards travel, accommodation, gastronomy and cultural interactions. Smart City The use of data to manage assets resources and services efficiently. It uses the internet of things (IOT) to gather and analyse the digital data collected. Smart Specialisation Strategy Smart specialisation is an innovative approach aims to boost growth and jobs, by helping public bodies, businesses, education sector and civil society to collaboratively identify and develop a number of the region’s competitive advantages through an entrepreneurial discovery process. Spatial planning Spatial planning refers to the discipline of guiding the strategic direction of development in a given geographic area and influencing the distribution of people and activities. TEN-T Network Trans-European transport network policy directed towards the development of a Europe-wide network of roads, railway lines, inland waterways, maritime shipping routes, ports airports and road- rail terminals. United Nations Sustainable Development Goals The Sustainable Development Goals developed by the United Nations are a blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges being faced, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate, environmental degradation, prosperity, and peace and justice. Urban Regeneration and Development Fund Stimulation fund for new residential and commercial development in larger towns and cities. The fund is administered by the Department of Housing Planning and Local Government. Urban Areas / Urban Core A human settlement with high population density and infrastructure of built environment. Wild Atlantic Way Irelands long-distance touring route along the west coast - stretching from Muff, County Donegal to Kinsale, County Cork.Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy 2020-2032 306
- Acronyms Used AA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appropriate Assessment ABTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . Area Based Transport Assessment AEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlantic Economic Corridor BIM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bord Iascaigh Mhara CARO . . . . . . . . . . . . Climate Action Regional Offices CDP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . County or City Development Plan CFRAM . . . . . . . . . . . Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management CTCHC . . . . . . . . . . . Collaborative Town Centre Health Check CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commission for Regulation of Utilities CURWMP . . . . . . . . . Connaught Ulster Regional Waste Management Plan DBEI . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Business Enterprise and Innovation DHPLG . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Housing Planning and Local Government DTTAS . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport ED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electoral Districts EPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environmental Protection Agency EU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . European Union FDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign Direct Investment FET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Further Education and Training FH 2020 . . . . . . . . . Food Harvest 2020 FW 2025 . . . . . . . . . Food Wise 2025 GHG Emissions . . . Green House Gas Emissions GTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Galway Transport Strategy HOOW . . . . . . . . . . . . Harnessing Our Ocean Wealth HSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Service Executive ICBAN . . . . . . . . . . . . Irish Central Border Area Network ICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information and Communications Technology IDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Industrial Development Authority IoT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internet of things IROPI . . . . . . . . . . . . . Imperative Reasons of Overriding Public Interest IT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Institute of Technology - GMIT ITS LYIT AIT IWAK . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ireland West Airport Knock LAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Area Plan LCDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Community Development Committee LECP . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Economic and Community Plan LEOs . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Enterprise Offices LTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Transport Plan MASP . . . . . . . . . . . . Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan MSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marine Spatial Plan NBP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Broadband Plan NDP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Development Plan NHAs . . . . . . . . . . . . . Natural Heritage Areas NPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Planning Framework NPWS . . . . . . . . . . . . National Parks & Wildlife Service NTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Transport Authority NWSGP . . . . . . . . . . . North West Strategic Growth Partnership NWRP . . . . . . . . . . . . National Water Resource Plan NSO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Strategic Outcome NTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Transport Authority OECD . . . . . . . . . . . . . Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development OPW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Public Works RAPJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Action Plan for Jobs RBMP . . . . . . . . . . . . River Basin Management Plan REP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Entreprise Plan RFRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Flood Risk Appraisal RGCSP . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Growth Centre Strategic Plan RPO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Policy Objective RSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy SAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Areas of Conservation SDGs . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sustainable Development Goals SDZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strategic Development Zone SEA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strategic Environmental Assessment SEAI . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland SFDNRG . . . . . . . . . Strategy for Future Development of National & Regional Greenways Sligo BID . . . . . . . . . Sligo Business Improvement District SMART . . . . . . . . . . . Sustainable Measurable Achievable Realistic and Timely SME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Small and Medium Enterprises SRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Southern Regional Assembly STEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics SUDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems TEN-T . . . . . . . . . . . . Trans-European Transport Network TII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transport Infrastructure Ireland UFEFE. . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Shannon Erne Future Economy UNESCO . . . . . . . . . . United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organisation UWWTD . . . . . . . . . . Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive WAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wild Atlantic Way WFD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water Framework Directive WHO . . . . . . . . . . . . . World Health OrganisationNorthern & Western Regional Assembly 307
- Acknowledgements The NWRA extends its appreciation to our Local Authorities and their Chief Executive Designate (Mr Seamus Neely), Government Departments – in particular the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government (DHPLG) – and State Agencies, Technical Working Groups, Senior Officials Advisory Group and the many stakeholders who have contributed to the content and formulation of this RSES. The NWRA wish to sincerely thank all of the people who contributed and helped shape this strategy, through consultation, submissions and discussions. We acknowledge the support of our consultants who lead out on the environmental reports – RPS Group Ltd, Future Analytics Consulting Ltd who prepared the baseline socio-economic report, Context Language Solutions for translation services and to JDK Design for undertaking the Graphic Design of this RSES. Finally, a special word of thanks to the elected members of the Northern and Western Regional Assembly for the period 2015-2019 and to the current elected members who ultimately adopted the RSES. PHOTOGRAPH CREDITS: Thanks to the following organisations: Cavan County Council Donegal County Council Galway City Council Galway County Council Leitrim County Council Mayo County Council Monaghan County Council Roscommon County Council Sligo County Council Tourism Ireland Fáilte Ireland Additional Photography, with thanks to the following: Anna Allen Kenneth Allen McCullough Mullen Architects Noel Ballantyne Ballina.ie Owen Clarke Wikimedia Commons James Connolly Patrick Devine Andrew Downes Suir Engineering Luca Fabbian National University of Ireland Galway Marble Arch Caves UNESCO Global Geopark David Giles Colin Gillen Nathan Gray Alan Hennigan Tuam Herald iStock Mark Kelly Sean MacEntee Peter Martin Gardiner Mitchell Conall McGettigan Daragh McDonough Aengus McMahon The Irish Regions European Office Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership Adrian Donohue Photography Gabriela Photography Robert Riddle Photography Ireland’s Content Pool Steve Rogers Shutterstock Adobe Stock Smartbay.ie Athlone Institute of Technology Galway/Mayo Institute of Technology Letterkenny Institute of Technology Sligo Institute of Technology Connacht TelegraphRegional Spatial and Economic Strategy 2020-2032 308
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