New youth service announced for Tipperary will deliver supports for young people

The Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee TD, today confirmed the establishment of a new youth service in Tipperary.

Michael Murphy, TD for South Tipperary, has welcomed today’s announcement by the Minister, confirming the establishment of a new UBU Your Place Your Space youth service in Carrick-on-Suir.

This service is one of ten new UBU projects nationwide, funded through an additional €1.2 million allocation in Budget 2025, and will deliver targeted supports for disadvantaged young people in the community.

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Deputy Murphy said: “This is fantastic news for Carrick-on-Suir and for young people locally. The new UBU service will provide a safe space, dedicated youth workers, and tailored supports for vulnerable young people aged 10–24. It represents a significant investment in our community and in the future of our young people.”

The UBU Your Place Your Space programme is the Department of Education and Youth’s largest targeted youth funding initiative, supporting around 68,000 young people annually through 249 services delivered via 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs). The new Carrick-on-Suir service will be delivered under the remit of Tipperary ETB.

Deputy Murphy added: “We all know the importance of supporting our young people, particularly those who may be facing disadvantage. This investment will help ensure that young people in Carrick-on-Suir have access to the supports they need to reach their potential.”

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The Department confirmed that ETBs will shortly invite local youth organisations to apply to deliver the new service, with rollout prioritised for areas of highest need.