About EMRA

The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly (EMRA) is a part of the local government structure that exists between the county and national levels. We promote balanced and sustainable development in our region through policy making, monitoring and oversight, and promoting effective co-ordination from EU to local levels in our region.

We work closely with the other two regional assemblies – Southern Regional Assembly and Northern & Western Regional Assembly.

The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly comprises of 42 elected Members appointed by the 12 constituent local authorities within the Region and members of the Irish delegation of the Committee of the Regions. EMRA plays a key role in the development of the Region for the benefit of its citizens.

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Our Mission

Our Values

Our Vision

Our Goals

1.Deliver effective regional development for the Region and its communities, to improve quality of life, support and nurture sustainable economic growth towards a regenerative economy, deliver necessary infrastructure, and provide for a green, low carbon and climate resilient Region.

Develop, Implement and Monitor the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy to provide a long-term strategic planning and economic framework, and drive regional attractiveness for the Region, including through the necessary provision of infrastructure and connections.
Lead the sustainable, nature-based and climate resilient development of the Region.
Drive the Regional Policy Agenda through engaging with stakeholders to ensure the voice of the Region is heard.
Ensure coordination of policy and plan making to promote effectiveness and coherence in local government and public services.

2. Mobilise the potential of European cooperation for the benefit of our Region and its communities.

Develop and implement a European strategy to enhance the Region’s engagement at EU level and influence EU policy-making.
Manage and Implement EU Funding for the benefit of the Region and to ensure effective regional development.
Be a EU Resource Hub for the Region to allow our local and regional stakeholders to seize European opportunities.
Participate in EU Projects to harness regional opportunities and address regional priorities and challenges.
Continue to represent the region at EU level through an enhanced IREO and support to Irish Delegation to the Committee of the Regions, ensuring that local and regional views are shaping and influencing EU policy making.

3. Strengthen Regional governance through providing a robust organisation that enhances multilevel governance and can effectively meet the needs of the Eastern and Midland Region.

Provide support and training to the Members of the Regional Assembly in their role as decisionmakers and representatives for the Region.
Strengthen the long-term sustainability of the Eastern and Midland Region, including through building the Association of Irish Regions, advocating for strengthened regional and local democracy, and supporting the Regional Assembly to achieve parity with Regions on a national and European level.
Raise the profile of the organisation to ensure a better awareness and understanding of the role of the Regional Assembly and foster a sense of identity.
Ensure the wellbeing and professional development of our staff and plan strategically for the workforce of the future.
Ensure a strong governance framework and develop our technology systems to enable a robust, efficient, transparent and future-proofed organisation.
Ensure the strong financial governance and accountability of the organisation and support valuefor-money in our operations.

Corporate Plan 2025-2030

The Corporate Plan is a statement of our vision, objectives and values for the region – Sustainability, People Focused, Openness, Evidence Based and Accountability.

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Corporate Plan 2019-2024

The Corporate Plan is a statement of our vision, objectives and values for the region – Sustainability, People Focused, Openness, Evidence Based and Accountability.

Regional profile

Our Regional Assembly covers the administrative areas of twelve local authorities.

Members

EMRA comprises of elected Members nominated by the 12 constituent local authorities within the region.

The Team

EMRA staff

Latest News & Events

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Students sponsored by EMRA and EU Just Transition Fund visit the European Parliament

January 14, 2026

Students sponsored by EMRA and the EU Just Transition Fund recently joined students from across Ireland at the European Parliament representing their school…

Just Transition Fest celebrates EU Just Transition Fund Impact

November 18, 2025

Just Transition Fest on 5 November 2025 celebrated the achievement to date of the EU Just Transition Fund and showcased the projects funded by the EUJTF programme.

Policies for People and Places – Interreg Event for Knowledge-Sharing

November 17, 2025

EMRA participated in the Interreg Europe event "Policies for People and Places" took place in Amsterdam 12-13 November 2025.

Smart and Sustainable Mobility Accelerator Track 3: Academia and Innovation Actors took place in TU Dublin on 22 October 2025

November 14, 2025

The SSMA programme and Sustainable Mobility Academy, developed by the Regional Assemblies and BABLE Smart Cities with support from the Department of Transport,…

European Week of Regions and Cities 2025 – Strengthening Policy Alignment and Stakeholder Engagement

November 10, 2025

From the 13th-15th October, members of the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly (EMRA) Planning Team attended the European Week of Regions and Cities…

ORIGINN Study Visit to Bologna, Emilia-Romagna Region

November 4, 2025

From the 14th to the 16th of October 2025, the Emilia-Romagna Region hosted the ORIGINN Project Partner Meeting, welcoming partners and stakeholders from…

Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) -New Brunswick (NB) Conference on Place-Based Economic Development

October 27, 2025

EMRA was honoured to be invited to the inaugural OECD-NB Conference on Place-Based Economic Development, held in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada on 2nd-3rd…

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Contact EMRA

Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly
3rd Floor North, Ballymun Civic Centre
Main Street, Ballymun
Dublin 9, D09 C8P5
Ireland

+353 (0) 1 8074482

info@emra.ie

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