Europe Direct Sligo

26/04/2026

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships: applications open! The European Commission has launched the 2026 call for Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships, backed by a €399 million budget. These fellowships enable PhD holders to conduct research abroad, gain new skills, and collaborate with leading scientific teams. With applications closing on 9 September 2026, encourage researchers in your communities to apply!

25/04/2026

Commission to invest €1.07 billion in 57 defence projects supporting European Readiness Flagships
Following the evaluation of the 2025 calls for the European Defence Fund (EDF), the European Commission will invest €1.07 billion in 57 new EDF projects. These investments will support the goals set out in the Defence Readiness Roadmap 2030 and provide essential funding for the EU's four major defence flagships: the European Drone Defence Initiative, the Eastern Flank Watch, the European Air Shield and the European Space Shield.
Full info:https://tinyurl.com/mpay99b5

24/04/2026

Over €18 billion investment to make housing affordable in the EU
Affordable housing is a top EU priority. Through , the EU is investing €18.1 billion to make housing more affordable and accessible, directly benefiting 1.5 million households across Europe. Learn more in our housing brochure.
https://tinyurl.com/2adum4y9

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

Commission proposes actions to protect Europeans from the fossil energy crisis and accelerate the shift to clean, homegrown energy
Full info: https://tinyurl.com/bdhubcuf

22/04/2026

21/04/2026

AR REDADEG / An Rása is coming to Galway!
Sunday 10th May 2026 as Breton and Irish languages are celebrated with a fun, family‑friendly relay linking twinned towns across Ireland and Brittany.

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ 11am – The Prom, Salthill
A colourful, joyful run promoting language, culture and connection — everyone welcome, all ages, all paces.

Let’s show our support for and keep our cultural ties strong.
Registration now open on Eventbrite.

21/04/2026

When? Tuesday 28th April 7.00pm to 8.30pm (registration and a cuppa from 6.45pm)
Where? The Yeats Building, Hyde Bridge, Sligo, F91 DVY4

Join Sligo Women in Business Network for a relaxed and welcoming evening fireside chat with Eileen Forrestal and Odilon Hunt, two highly experienced business owners who have plenty of real world insight.

Eileen and Odilon will reflect on the moments that shaped their journeys, the lessons they learned the hard way and the advice they would give to their younger selves if they could go back to day one.
Expect honest stories, practical takeaways and plenty of
reassurance for anyone navigating the ups and downs of business.

The evening is designed for connection and collaboration. Whether you are in start-up mode, scaling up or simply looking for fresh perspective or new links in Sligo, you're very welcome to join.

Book your place - https://www.localenterprise.ie/sligo/training-events/online-bookings/swibn-april-wisdom-in-the-room-life-lessons-from-buinsess.html

Local Enterprise Office Sligo

20/04/2026

European Union and United Kingdom take decisive step towards Erasmus+ association in 2027
Full info: https://tinyurl.com/3pz3rmmd

20/04/2026

Statement by President von der Leyen with Executive Vice-President Virkkunen on the digital age verification app
Full info: https://tinyurl.com/4prk8cue

19/04/2026

Commission appoints Anthony Whelan as the new Director-General in its Directorate-General for Competition
The European Commission appointed today Anthony Whelan as the Director-General within its Directorate-General for Competition, which enforces EU competition rules to make EU markets work better by ensuring that all companies compete equally and fairly on their merits. Congratulations Anthony!
https://tinyurl.com/28774zbv

17/04/2026

European Commission greenlights Ireland's fourth payment request under NextGenerationEU
The European Commission positively assessed Ireland's fourth payment request for €249 million under NextGenerationEU, and found that Ireland has satisfactorily completed the five milestones and three targets set out in the Council Implementing Decision. The reforms and investments tied to this payment request will drive positive change for citizens and businesses in Ireland in the areas of railway electrification, e-health, public administration, higher education, re-skilling and up-skilling, and renewable energy deployment.
Full info:https://tinyurl.com/2w426wdr