Roscommon County Council have officially launched a new campaign called ‘Roscommon Bound’, which showcases why Roscommon is the perfect county to live, work and visit.
The campaign explores why people should “choose Roscommon for a richer life”, focusing on key locations and towns where people can work, connect, explore, get involved and unwind. The aim is to encourage people to pick Roscommon as an anchor point for a successful career and a better quality of life.
Since the pandemic, opportunities for remote and hybrid working have opened up the possibility to move away from the capital city or larger urban areas, and work from locations where a work/life balance is achievable. In a survey conducted on behalf of the Council, over a quarter of Roscommon business owners said they offer hybrid working conditions to their staff, with 25% planning on continuing the hybrid approach for at least the next five years.
As part of the Roscommon Bound campaign, Global Rossie Day will take place on September 22nd – a celebration designed to encourage people living in Roscommon to become a tourist within their own county, as well as encouraging Rossies based elsewhere to engage with a celebration of their roots and all that makes Roscommon great! Over the autumn weekend, Roscommon will be brimming with activities, entertainment and captivating experiences which will give people a true sense of Roscommon.
Roscommon Bound has identified several key riches within the county, such as community, connectivity, tourism, wellness, economic development, heritage, culture, and sport. Across the thriving towns of Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Castlerea, Monksland, Roscommon Town and Strokestown, Roscommon County Council are working together to highlight the opportunities available in Roscommon and to attract new members to the community – particularly families and business owners.
Roscommon Bound spokesperson for Roscommon County Council, Lisa Joy, commented on the launch: “Roscommon Bound is about connecting the global Rossie family to share and promote the uniqueness of Roscommon’s heritage, communities, towns and villages, and the opportunities that exist for people.
“Roscommon has a very strong sense of community, providing ample opportunities for people to connect with others, which plays a pivotal role in the quality of life that people can enjoy. There is a rich cultural eco-system throughout Roscommon with an array of festivals, creative arts and entertainment, and a host of diverse amenities lending itself well to supporting sports and other pastimes.
“Historical heritage also plays a significant role in shaping the sense of richness of life in Roscommon, while connectivity can take on multiple meanings in terms of the ‘richer life’ that the county can provide… from high-speed connection to the outside world enabling successful careers on location or remotely, to the connection provided by the neighbourly communities and the connection with nature so easily accessible due to the wealth of outdoor activities available”.
For more information on Global Rossie Day, and the events taking place in various Roscommon locations, see roscommonbound.ie. Stay up to date by following Roscommon Bound on social media (@roscommonbound on Instagram and LinkedIn and @visitroscommon on Facebook).
