Picture/Knightsbrook River, Co Meath, after native tree planting at the river edge to help cool it
Inland Fisheries Ireland is making more than €1 million available in 2027 for projects aimed at improving fish habitats and river systems around the country.
The funding will be provided through IFI’s Habitats and Conservation Scheme, with eligible angling clubs, fishery owners and other stakeholders invited to submit expressions of interest.
The 2027 funding call is now open, with expressions of interest accepted until 10 December 2026.
In 2026, the scheme awarded €763,667 to 18 environmental projects in counties including Meath, Mayo, Clare, Offaly, Donegal, Westmeath, Roscommon, Cork and Sligo, as well as a number of national projects.
Barry Fox, Head of Operations at Inland Fisheries Ireland, said the funding supports work carried out with local communities and stakeholders.
IFI partners with local communities and stakeholders nationwide to conserve fish species, for the benefit of current and future generations.
By restoring our natural river systems, we are protecting native wild salmon and sea trout populations while building long-term environmental resilience against climate change and biodiversity loss.”
Funding for the scheme comes from the sale of salmon and sea trout angling licences and permits, as well as commercial fishing licences.
A webinar explaining the application process will take place at 8pm on Thursday, 19 November.
The Habitats and Conservation Scheme includes two funding streams: the Salmon and Sea Trout Rehabilitation, Conservation and Protection Fund and the Midland Fisheries Fund.
The Midland Fisheries Fund is focused on angling and sustainable development works within the Midland Fisheries Group permit area.
Further information on the funding call and registration for the webinar is available through Inland Fisheries Ireland.
