New digital hubs opened in local Gaeltacht communities

Two new digital hubs serving the Gaeltacht communities of Baile Ghib and Ráth Cairn were officially opened today by Minister of State for the Gaeltacht, Thomas Byrne TD.

Gteic Baile Ghib and gteic Ráth Cairn are part of the national gteic network, which provides modern workspaces for remote work and startups in the Gaeltacht. They aim to bridge the digital divide between rural Gaeltachts and urban centres and offer hot-desking, co-working spaces, offices, and meeting rooms equipped with high-speed internet connectivity

Speaking at the event, Minister Byrne said: "The opening of these gteic centres is an important step forward for the Meath Gaeltacht community. They will provide new opportunities for local people to work remotely or

establish their own businesses, while staying in their native community. This will support economic development and the preservation of the Irish language in the area."

The new facilities include meeting rooms, collaborative spaces, and high-speed broadband connections.

"This project is an excellent example of how the Government is investing in the future of the Gaeltacht. I congratulate everyone involved in establishing these centres and wish all those who will use them in the years ahead every success," added Minister Byrne.

Cllr Sharon Tolan, Cathaoirleach of Meath County Council, said:"These innovative centres demonstrate our commitment to economic development and the preservation of the Irish language in our Gaeltacht communities."

Rónán Mac Con Iomaire, Director of Regional Development, Community & Language Planning at Údarás na Gaeltachta, welcomed the opening of the new centres, saying: "The opening of these gteic centres in Baile Ghib and Rath Cairn demonstrates Údarás na Gaeltachta's ongoing commitment to the sustainable development of Gaeltacht communities. These centres will boost innovation and entrepreneurship in the area, fostering a new generation of Gaeltacht businesses and entrepreneurs."