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Barrier Mitigation Fund – Scheme 3 Now Open

Inland Fisheries Ireland has announced that Scheme 3 of the Barrier Mitigation Fund is now open for Expression of Interest (EOI).

This fund forms an important part of Inland Fisheries Ireland’s National Barrier Mitigation Programme and is focused on improving river connectivity by supporting projects that remove or reduce the impact of man-made barriers that restrict fish movement and disrupt natural river processes.

How to apply

Familiarise yourself with the guidance documents, technical criteria and the “How to complete an Expression of Interest” video available on our website: Funding Schemes | Inland Fisheries Ireland

Submit applications through the IFI online portal at: https://ifi.smartsimple.ie where you can register and submit your application and progress your barrier mitigation project.

If you have any questions about eligibility or require assistance with the application process, the Barrier Mitigation Division team will be happy to help.

For queries or assistance:
Email: barriers@fisheriesireland.ie
Phone: 01 884 2680

Learn more

Further information on the National Barrier Mitigation Programme: National Barrier Mitigation Programme Update – Catchments.ie – Catchments.ie

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The EPA Catchments Unit is based in Dublin, and the team is involved with catchment science, chemistry, ecology, hydromorphology, modelling, Geographic Information Systems and planning. We work with the wider EPA, all of our local authorities, the Local Authority Waters and Communities Office, the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, and other public bodies and Departments to ensure we have the best available data and information about our catchments.

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