A new funding scheme’s being piloted by Kilkenny County Council to encourage city cafes to extend their opening hours after 6pm.
Grants of between €350 and €750 will be given to successful applicants who commit to open until at least 8pm on two Thursdays of 17th April and 29th May offering innovative and cultural evening events.
For further information and/or to apply for funding before the deadline of Friday, 28th March, click here.
Mayor Andrew McGuinness, says; “The success of the Night Time Economy Diversification Scheme last year demonstrated to us the demand from the general public and tourists to enjoy a range of activities after 6pm. In piloting this brand new initiative with a particular focus on the cafés, we want to encourage local businesses to diversify their offering in the evening time and examine if the later opening hours could be continued sustainably into the future”.
Night Time Economy Advisor for Kilkenny City Conor Sweeney’s been telling KCLR News’ Edwina Grace about the plan;
