Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) is to provide more than €1 million to support healthy habitats for fish in rivers nationwide in 2027.
In 2026, IFI’s Habitats and Conservation Scheme awarded a total of €763,667 in funding to 18 environmental projects in counties Meath, Mayo, Clare, Offaly, Donegal, Westmeath, Roscommon, Cork and Sligo, as well as for national projects.
The 2027 funding call is now open, with expression of interest accepted until Thursday 10 December.
Barry Fox, head of operations at IFI said: “IFI partners with local communities and stakeholders nationwide to conserve fish species, for the benefit of current and future generations.
“By restoring our natural river systems, we are protecting native wild salmon and sea trout populations while building long-term environmental resilience against climate change and biodiversity loss.”
Dodder Valley Park in Co Dublin, after fish habitat enhancement using large woody debris | Credit: IFI
Monies for the grants are generated by the sale of salmon and sea trout angling licences and permits, and commercial fishing licences in Ireland.
Eligible angling clubs, fishery owners and other stakeholders are invited to express their interest in submitting a proposal.
A webinar on the application process is being held at 8pm on Thursday 19 November.
Full application details, and a registration form for the upcoming webinar, are available on the IFI website.
The Habitats and Conservation Scheme comprises two competitive initiatives: the Salmon and Sea Trout Rehabilitation, Conservation and Protection Fund, and the Midland Fisheries Fund. The latter is focused on supporting angling and sustainable development works in the Midland Fisheries Group permit area.
