The project comes with the Government's National Broadband Plan, which aims to improve connectivity in Ireland's rural areas.

The funding is open to all sports clubs, aiming to recognise and support their contribution to communities throughout Irish society.

Aughnacliffe in Co.Longford took home top prize in areas with a population of 500 to 1500.

The figures released by the CSO covers the Roscommon/Longford and Sligo/Leitrim areas.

The new restaurant at the Rosebank Retail Park on the Dublin Road will see at least 90 jobs created when it opens.

Councillor O'Rourke say's the registration of the tank is a key eligibility criteria for the grant.

The figures come from a recent report of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry

The development would consist of one two-storey building containing five enterprise/workspace units with mezzanine offices, office hub and administration offices.