On a high note: €20m pledged to youth music programme (opens original article in a new tab)

€20m funding has been pledged to support a music programme for young people in Ireland, with contributions from U2, The Ireland Funds, and the government.

• €20m funding pledged for Music Generation programme supporting young people aged 13 and over.
• €5m from U2, €5m from The Ireland Funds, and €10m from the government.
• Focus on reaching young people experiencing poverty and disadvantage through music education.