Fingal Heritage Plan 2024-2030 Launch

Fingal County Council is delighted to announce the launch of the Fingal Heritage Plan 2024-2030. The launch, by Mayor of Fingal Cllr Aidan Henchy in the company of Minister of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien T.D. took place on March 1st 2024 in Malahide Castle.  

The Fingal Heritage Plan 2024-2030 sets out a vision for protecting our shared heritage for all the people of Fingal. The plan is underpinned by the principle of shared responsibility for heritage as connecting with and celebrating our heritage in all its diversity, promotes well-being and adds to our sense of belonging.

The Plan is set out under six strategic objectives, along with actions and potentials projects that were identified in consultation with the community and a wide range of stakeholders. It is a cross-sectoral plan to be implemented by many groups, agencies and organisations involved in the care, protection and management of heritage in Fingal.

‘I welcome the new Fingal Heritage Plan’ said Mayor of Fingal Cllr Adrian Henchy ‘It is very much a community-led and community focussed plan and I encourage everyone to get involved in implementing this plan together’.

‘I would like to thank all those who took part in the co-creation of this plan’ said Chief Executive AnnMarie Farrelly ‘which reflects the ongoing commitment of Fingal County Council’s executive and Elected Members in protecting and promoting our heritage’.

‘Thank you to all who have contributed to the making of this Heritage Plan ‘ said Fingal Heritage Officer Christine Baker ‘Our perception and definition of heritage has broadened in recent years and this plan acknowledges that heritage is part of who we are.

The Fingal Heritage Plan 2024-2030 is available to download Fingal Heritage Plan 2024-2030 This heritage plan process was supported by the Heritage Council.