The Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Mr. Pat Carey T.D., has announced the re-appointment of three members of Údarás na Gaeltachta for a further three years. The appointees are Liam Ó Cuinneagáin, Director, Oideas Gael, Gleann Cholm Cille, Co. Donegal, Treasa Uí Lorcáin, Administrator, Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, An Cheathrú Rua, Co. Galway and Cathy Ní Ghoill, Manager, Comharchumann Árainn, Co. Galway.
“These appointees have carried out their functions on behalf of Údarás na Gaeltachta and the Gaeltacht community in a committed and diligent manner during their current term of office,” Minister Carey said. The Minister added that these appointments will provide stability and continuity for Údarás na Gaeltachta’s activities at this crucial time for the Gaeltacht and the Irish language, having regard in particular to the ongoing work on the 20 Year Strategy for the Irish Language.