🤝 In my capacity as Chair of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection and Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, I was delighted to attend the OECD Global Parliamentary Network Plenary Meeting in Paris this week. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Lots of meetings and discussions on Social Protection measures being delivered in the 38 member states across the OECD and such a strong focus on the development of the next Rural Development policies including our own in Ireland - 'Our Rural Future 2026-2030'. ☘️ It was also great to meet up with An Tanaiste Simon Harris TD and colleagues Senator Garret Ahearn & Barry Ward TD when they visited the OECD HQ and the Irish Embassy in Paris during the few days to celebrate the opportunity St. Patrick's Day offers to Ireland 🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️ John Paul

Charleville keen to build squad depth during league echolive.ie/corksport/arid-4…

📢 Great news for Buttevant and Doneraile! I welcome the expansion of the CLÁR Programme for 2026, which now includes both communities among the areas eligible to apply for funding. 👏 This is a really positive development for North Cork. The CLÁR Programme supports practical projects that make a real difference in rural communities – including 🛝 playgrounds, ⚽ sports and recreational facilities, 👧 youth spaces, 🚶 walking tracks and other community amenities. There is €12 million in funding available nationally this year, and I would strongly encourage community groups in Buttevant, Doneraile and the surrounding areas to explore the opportunities now available. 💡 Local groups do incredible work in strengthening their communities, and this programme can help support and grow those efforts. 🤝 If your group has an idea for a project, I would encourage you to engage with Cork County Council about making an application. 📝 #Cork #CLÁR #RuralIreland

€𝟏𝟎,𝟕𝟎𝟎 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 📣 Good news for Charleville Agricultural Show this morning with the announcement that it has been awarded €10,700 as part of the Government’s €1 million funding for 126 Shows Nationwide Cllr Aileen Browne

O’Shea Welcomes Additional €2 Million for Meals on Wheels Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has warmly welcomed the announcement of an additional €2 million in funding for the national Meals on Wheels service for 2026, describing it as a significant investment in supporting older people and vulnerable residents across Cork North West. The increased allocation, announced by the Tánaiste Simon Harris and Minister of State for Older People Kieran O’Donnell, brings the total dedicated funding for Meals on Wheels nationally to €8.25 million in 2026 — an increase of over 30% on last year’s allocation. This funding will support the delivery of over 3.3 million meals nationwide, as committed to in the HSE National Service Plan for 2026. This additional funding is hugely positive for the many people across Cork North West who rely on Meals on Wheels to remain living independently in their own homes. In rural communities like ours, this service is not just about providing a hot meal — it is about providing connection, reassurance and dignity. More info here: johnpauloshea.ie

O’Shea Welcomes Major Progress on New Youthreach Facility for Macroom Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has warmly welcomed confirmation that Cork Education and Training Board (Cork ETB) has received ministerial approval to enter into a 10-year lease for a new home for Youthreach Macroom at the former An Post Sorting Office building in the town centre. The development marks a significant milestone for the vital education service, which supports young people who have left mainstream second-level education and are seeking alternative pathways to learning, training and employment. Youthreach Macroom’s current premises on the Millstreet Road had been deemed no longer suitable for teaching and learning, and following unsuccessful lease renewal negotiations, Cork ETB, in conjunction with SOLAS, worked to identify a modern, fit-for-purpose facility within the community. More info here: johnpauloshea.ie

My clinic times for tomorrow in #Charleville - #Doneraile & #Millstreet... And then Saturday in #Macroom & #Newmarket. Please call the office if you would like to make an appointment. John Paul

O’Shea Welcomes €138m National Roads Funding for Cork. Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has welcomed the announcement of €138 million in funding for national roads across Cork County, describing it as a major investment in safety, connectivity, and regional development. Deputy O’Shea said the allocation will deliver significant benefits for communities, commuters, businesses, and road users throughout Cork, particularly in the Cork North West region. Under the allocation, funding has been approved for the following projects: N72 Roadworks N72 Ballymaquirke East Pavement - €1,500,000 N72 Clonbannin Pavement - €3,500,000 N72 Meenaskeha Phase 2 - €1,900,000 N72/N73 Mallow Relief Road - €600,000 N20 Roadworks N20 Buttevant NS Pedestrian Crossing - €82,000 N20 Buttevant North Pedestrian Crossing - €78,000 N20 Charleville Main Street RSIS - €500,000 N20 Charleville Relief Road Minor Works - €500,000 N/M20 Cork to Limerick Motorway Project - €3,500,000 N22 Roadworks N22 Ballyvourney Pedestrian Crossing - €20,000 N22 Castlemore RSIS - €50,000 N22 Kilcondi Right Turn Lane RSIS - €10,000 N22 Srelane Safety Scheme Type B - €200,000 N22 Srelane to Ovens - €1,000,000 N22 Ballyvourney to Macroom - €3,100,000

Big news for Charleville and the wider region today! 👏 🔹 €500,000 for the Charleville Relief Road 🔹 €500,000 for works on Main Street, incl relocation of bus stops and the construction bus shelters 🚌 🔹 €3,500,000 allocated to the M20 Cork– Limerick Project

O’Shea Welcomes Commencement of €13.4 Million Wastewater Treatment Plant in Castlemagner Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has welcomed confirmation by Uisce Éireann that works will commence on a new wastewater treatment plant in Castlemagner, Co. Cork this month, representing a major investment of €13.4 million by Uisce Éireann. Deputy O’Shea said the project is a significant boost for the local community and will support sustainable growth and development of the village into the future. This is very welcome news for Castlemagner and the wider region. This major investment will modernise essential infrastructure that has served the community since the 1950s and ensure it is fit for the future. More Info here: johnpauloshea.ie

😊 I am delighted to welcome the rollout of the Educational Therapy Service in Schools 🎉 🏫 The Holy Family School, Charleville has been chosen as one of the first schools to benefit from this important new support, which will make a real and positive difference for children and families in our community 💙 🌱 This initiative is a strong step forward in ensuring every child has access to the supports they need to reach their full potential. 👏 Congratulations to Holy Family School and to everyone involved in making this happen. 📌 More info: johnpauloshea.ie — John Paul O' Shea TD #therapy #supports #Charleville

I raised this issue yesterday at @Corkcoco Meeting

📢 Community Funding Roadshow Reminder 📢 Just a reminder that the Community Fund Scheme 2026 is now open for applications across Cork North West. ⏰ Closing date: 4pm, Friday 13th February 2026 This scheme provides vital funding to support local community projects under three streams: ✔️ Capital Fund Scheme ✔️ Community Contracts ✔️ Amenity Fund Scheme 📍 Grants Roadshow – Kanturk 🗓 Tuesday, 27th January ⏰ 4–7pm 📌 Temperance Hall, Kanturk Council staff will be available to provide guidance, answer queries, and assist with applications. 👉 Full details and online applications are available at corkcoco.ie If your community group has a project planned for 2026, I strongly encourage you to attend the Roadshow this evening. — John Paul O' Shea TD #funding #community #Kanturk #Newmarket #Duhallow

Cllr Aileen Browne Calls for Tougher Enforcement and Community Service Penalties Amid Surge in Illegal Dumping Listen back to my interview on Newstalk Radio this morning @CHARLEVILLEGAA @Corkman_ie @FineGael @FineGaelMallow @CharlevilleCfrs

#Charleville Relief Rd Public Consultation @CharlevillePark today (Sat) 10am - 5pm irishexaminer.com/news/munst…

O’Shea Welcomes Progress on Key Cork Projects in Updated National Development Plan (NDP) for Transport Cork North West Fine Gael TD Deputy John Paul O’Shea has welcomed the confirmation that several important Cork projects are highlighted for progression in the updated National Development Plan (NDP) Review 2025 – Sectoral Investment Plan for Transport. Deputy O’Shea said the Review provides renewed clarity and a strengthened commitment to advancing regional transport priorities, including major and mid-sized national road projects that are essential for communities across County Cork. The projects for Cork included are as follows: -M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy – Under construction. -N/M20 Cork–Limerick Project (including full bypasses of Mallow, Buttevant and Charleville). -N72/N73 Mallow Relief Road – Proceed to planning and construction. -N22 Macroom–Ovens Scheme – advancing through design and planning. -BusConnects Cork – major investment in enhanced routes, frequency, infrastructure and interchange. -Cork Commuter Rail Programme – capacity upgrades, improved frequency, electrification and station enhancements. -N25 Midleton to Youghal Corridor (includes bypasses of Castlemartyr and Killeagh). -Great Island Connectivity Scheme (R624 in Cobh) – improved access for residents and port traffic. -Cork Northern Distributor Road – progressing to support metropolitan growth areas. -Cork Southern Ring Road / N40 Upgrades – long-term capacity and safety improvements. More info here - johnpauloshea.ie/oshea-welco…

I’m delighted to see 9 White Deer Brewery in #Ballyvourney shortlisted for a SEAI Energy Award under the Small Business category 👏 The team has shown real innovation and commitment to sustainability — from installing solar PV panels to using smart thermal systems and on-site nitrogen generation, all helping to cut fossil fuel use and improve efficiency. 🌿⚡ Wishing them the very best of luck at the SEAI Energy awards ceremony on this Thursday, 27th November! A fantastic example of local enterprise leading the way in energy efficiency and climate action. 💚 John Paul O' Shea TD #SEAIawards #Cork #Macroom #Sustainability #smallbusinessbigheart #RenewableEnergy

It was great to visit St. Joseph's Foundation day service facility in #Kanturk this morning. Lovely to meet Fiona and Emily again who are the advocacy leaders here. Thanks to everyone for the kind welcome and for showing me around. John Paul O' Shea TD #disabilityawareness #disabilitymatters #localservices #kanturk #northcork

Huge Congrats to Darragh Fitzgibbon @CHARLEVILLEGAA on winning his 3rd All Star ⭐️⭐️⭐️ What an incredible achievement for one of the most consistent & hard-working players in the game. Darragh’s skill, determination, & leadership continue to inspire both on and off the pitch