Litir Chumhdaigh
The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon is the Irish government agency for developing the arts, which operates as an autonomous body under the aegis of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. The Arts Council works to create central place for the Arts in Irish life and works in partnership with artists, arts organisations, and public policy makers to fulfil this role. In addition the Art Council / An Chomhairle Ealaion is a Prescribed Body under the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Spatial Considerations of Arts and Culture
Planning for arts and culture means more than the development of a physical infrastructure and services. The provision of arts and culture can contribute toward community, societal and spatial development in a number of ways. This includes creative placemaking which can create a vibrant, distinctive sense of place; creation of stronger communities by providing spaces which enable informal social engagement; and enhancement of the physical and economic value of an area through quality and engaging places and spaces as well as supporting areas for arts and cultural events.