Monaghan County Council has adopted its Annual Budget for 2026, totalling €97,619,169, a 4% increase (€3.86 million) on last year’s budget.
This budget reflects the Council’s commitment to delivering high-quality services while maintaining financial responsibility. It balances ambition with prudence, addressing rising costs and funding challenges while focusing on priorities that matter most to our communities.
The 2026 Budget places strong emphasis on housing delivery and proactive management of our housing assets, introduces a new strategy and increased investment in road maintenance, and continues progress in tackling vacancy and dereliction to revitalise our towns and villages.
Investment in social infrastructure remains central, with funding for playparks, open spaces and community facilities. The Council will also continue to support communities through funding for environmental initiatives, festivals and events, while sustaining investment in tourism development to grow Monaghan’s visitor economy. The budget further prioritises support for local businesses, ensuring Monaghan remains a vibrant and competitive county for enterprise and investment.
Chief Executive Robert Burns stated:
“The preparation of this year’s budget has been challenging, but it reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality services and supporting sustainable development across the county. We will continue to work closely with elected members and our staff to ensure efficient use of resources and to meet the needs of our citizens.
It is a budget that balances ambition and investment with financial prudence, while continuing to deliver for our citizens across housing, roads, social infrastructure, climate action, emergency services and economic development.”
Monaghan County Council remains committed to building a resilient, forward-looking county that supports residents, businesses and visitors alike.