Drogheda City Now
To unite Drogheda under one city council so that we can shape our own future together and build a better quality of life for everyone who calls Drogheda home’
Urban Population
Ireland's 4th Largest Urban Area by population
Despite being Ireland's largest town, Drogheda receives town-level funding instead of city-level investment, starving local infrastructure.
Mind the Funding Gap
Drogheda receives just €212.77 per person in infrastructure funding, compared with €416.89 in Ireland’s cities. For a population of around 70,000, that leaves an annual infrastructure funding shortfall of about €14.3 million..
Drogheda is already living, working and growing at a city scale.
Drogheda City Now is a community‑led campaign bringing residents, businesses and local partners together to secure full city status – and to act like a city while we work for it.
What we’re about
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To unite Drogheda under one city council so that we can shape our own future together and build a better quality of life for everyone who calls Drogheda home’
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Investors, educators and families want cities. City status increases our visibility, attracting visitors, investment and opportunities for local people and businesses.
Reflects Drogheda’s true scale, from population and jobs to education and culture.
Strengthens our hand in planning, infrastructure and public services.
Attracts visitors, investment and opportunities for local people and businesses.
For businesses and partners
We work with local businesses, community organisations and public bodies who share a simple goal: a stronger Drogheda.
Partner with us to co‑host events, reach engaged local audiences and help make the case for city status.
