It's been confirmed that Sligo County Council have made an application to the Rural Regeneration Development Project for the Rosses Point marina project.

The project, if successful would be seen as a safe landing space for, boats yachts and sea anglers in north Sligo.

The purpose of Category 2 funding is defined as "project development and enabling initiatives”, in order to apply for Category 1 at a later date.

Local Councillor Thomas Walsh says the project, if completed, would have wide-ranging benefits for the region.