The Cathaoirleach of Wicklow County Council, Cllr. Dr. Caroline Winstanley, along with the Chief Executive Emer O’Gorman welcomed H.E. Teresa Lizaranzu, Ambassador of Spain to Ireland and H.E. Brian Glynn, Ambassador of Ireland to Spain. The visit was an opportunity to celebrate the strong relationship between Ireland and Spain while highlighting the importance of European cooperation, cultural exchange, and diplomatic engagement at both local and national levels. It also offered an opportunity to showcase Wicklow, its rich heritage, vibrant communities and contribution to Ireland’s cultural life. This series of events explored the connections between Irish and Spanish traditions involving the visual arts, music and poetry. READ MORE HERE: https://buff.ly/24SR5MT Wicklow County Council was honoured to host the ambassadors and looks forward to continued engagement with European partners, building connections and fostering closer ties between communities across Europe. 📷 Mick Kelly Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026
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Wicklow County Council is the Local Authority for the administrative county of Wicklow, serving a population of approximately 156,000 people (Census 2022). Wicklow County Council responsibilities include housing, community, roads, transportation, urban planning and development, amenities, culture and environment in County Wicklow. Contact Us: Wicklow County Council County Buildings, Whitegates, Wicklow Town, A67 FW96 Opening Hours: Offices are open from 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday Motortax counter 9.00am - 3.30pm (open during lunch) Planning counter 9.00am - 3.30pm (open during lunch) Housing counter 9.00am - 3.30pm (open during lunch) Wicklow County Council: 0404-20100 Wicklow County Council out of hours: 01 2916117 Public Water or Sewerage reports, please call Irish Water 1850 278278 For emergency services:Fire Service, Ambulance or Gardai, please call 999.
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http://www.wicklow.ie
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- 501-1,000 employees
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- Wicklow, Co. Wicklow
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- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1916
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- Government Administration, Local Services, and Local Government
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Wicklow, Co. Wicklow A67 FW96, IE
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Wicklow County Council is currently recruiting for an Assistant Engineer. We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future development of County Wicklow. Duties which may be assigned to an Assistant Engineer include: • Implementation of engineering programmes in the areas of roads and associated structures, traffic, environment, flood management, housing, buildings, waste management, building control, sports facilities, tourism infrastructure and other ancillary services etc. • Supervision and contract administration of construction/ operations/maintenance works • Preparing budgets and ensuring that works are implemented within allocated budgets • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations, and the Council’s Corporate Health & Safety systems. Closing date Thursday 29th October 2026. For more information on this job and other vacancies, please visit the following link: https://buff.ly/69NJnGr #JobOpportunity #Careers #JobsWicklow #WicklowCountyCouncil #Engineer
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Wicklow County Council is currently recruiting for Senior Executive Parks and Landscapes Officer. Please note that applications for this role are not directly to Wicklow County Council but to via the central Public Appointments Service. The Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer will manage their area within the Climate, Environment, Recreation, and Amenity Directorate, ensuring alignment with the Local Authority's vision and objectives. This role involves collaborating with elected Councillors, community groups, clubs and the public to deliver services and implement local policies. The officer should have a proven track record of innovation and expertise in using IT systems for effective management of budgets, procurement, design, facilities and parks. Please visit the below link for more information about this job https://buff.ly/tlXDdNk Closing date 29th October 2026 #JobsWicklow #PublicServiceJob #WicklowCountyCouncil
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⚠️ Closing date for submissions is today at 5pm Wicklow County Council is undertaking a consultation on Proposed Variation No. 7 to the County Development Plan, which considers the zoning of lands for additional residential development and associated uses in settlements in the County. Click here to make a submission https://buff.ly/amxax6s #WicklowCountyCouncil
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Wicklow County Council is currently recruiting for an Assistant Engineer. We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future development of County Wicklow. Duties which may be assigned to an Assistant Engineer include: • Implementation of engineering programmes in the areas of roads and associated structures, traffic, environment, flood management, housing, buildings, waste management, building control, sports facilities, tourism infrastructure and other ancillary services etc. • Supervision and contract administration of construction/ operations/maintenance works • Preparing budgets and ensuring that works are implemented within allocated budgets • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations, and the Council’s Corporate Health & Safety systems. Closing date Thursday 29th October 2026. For more information on this job and other vacancies, please visit the following link: https://buff.ly/69NJnGr #JobWicklow #WorkInWicklow #PublicService #EngineerJob #EngineerWicklow #WicklowCountyCouncil
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Wicklow County Council is undertaking a consultation on Proposed Variation No. 7 to the County Development Plan, which considers the zoning of lands for additional residential development and associated uses in settlements in the County. The closing date for submissions is 8 October 2026 (5pm). Click here to make a submission https://buff.ly/amxax6s #WicklowCountyCouncil
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Wicklow County Council is currently recruiting for a Road Safety Engineer. We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future development of County Wicklow. Duties which may be assigned to a Road Safety Engineer include: •Supervising, managing, and carrying out engineering/ancillary services to include the preparation and management of work programmes. •Management of consultants and contractors including procurement where required. •Administering construction works contracts where required. •Attend and report at meetings of the Road Safety Together Committee. •Liaise with Road Safety Engineers from TII, the Department of Transport and other Local Authorities. •Managing staff performance, conduct, and development as required Closing date Thursday 22nd October 2026 For more information on this job and other vacancies, please visit the following link: https://lnkd.in/giAYDQj #JobOpportunity #Careers #JobsWicklow #PromotionsJob #WicklowCountyCouncil
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Are you a medium or larger food or beverage business based in County Wicklow? We want to hear from you. Wicklow County Council’s Economic Development Department is gathering views from businesses and producers across the food and seafood sectors to help inform future policy, supports and actions for these sectors in County Wicklow. We are particularly looking to hear from medium and larger food and beverage businesses of any type, as well as businesses of any size operating within the seafood sector. We'd like to understand: What are the key challenges facing your business? What opportunities do you see for the sector in Wicklow? What supports would be most valuable? What should be considered in future policy? The survey takes approximately 5–10 minutes to complete. If you would like to take part, please email economicdevelopment@wicklowcoco.ie and we will send you the survey link. Your input will help shape the future of food and seafood in Wicklow. We'd also appreciate it if you could share this post with relevant Wicklow food, beverage and seafood businesses who may wish to contribute. #Wicklow #FoodAndDrink #FoodSector #Seafood #EconomicDevelopment #WicklowCountyCouncil
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Wicklow County Council is undertaking a consultation on Proposed Variation No. 7 to the County Development Plan, which considers the zoning of lands for additional residential development and associated uses in settlements in the County. The closing date for submissions is 8 October 2026 (5pm). Click here to make a submission https://buff.ly/amxax6s #WicklowCountyCouncil
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Wicklow County Council is inviting Expressions of Interest for the proposed disposal of the Old Dispensary, Knockanarrigan. Interested in finding out more? Contact the Economic Development Team at economicdevelopment@wicklowcoco.ie to request an Expression of Interest form or for further information. Closing date: 5pm, Thursday 1st October 2026 #Knockanarrigan #WicklowCountyCouncil
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