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Rural Schools in Limerick Face Funding Hurdle

Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:10

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Rural schools in County Limerick face a setback as St Senans Education Office advises against applying for CLÁR grants due to added risks. Local councillor John Sheahan criticizes the decision, leaving schools with no options for minor upgrades. Rural education leaders must now find workarounds to keep essential improvements on track.

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