This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM

One million euro in funding has been allocated to the County Council to buy and develop the Old Convent in Gort.

The historic building will be rejuvenated and brought back into use as a community hub.

The funding is being provided under the Rural Regeneration Development Fund.

Speaking to Galway Talks, Junior Minister and Galway East TD Sean Canney outlines what will happen next