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Dail Éireann — 2023-05-11
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Dara Calleary (FF), Mayo

The locations of the advanced building solutions were not randomly chosen. A lot of research went in. There was a lot of analysis looking at existing companies in the areas, looking at broader macroeconomic considerations and looking at existing clusters of companies. Part of the new White Paper is on investing in clustering and ensuring it is strengthened. Carlow will be part of this. I point to the 1,000 jobs announced by the Minister, Deputy Coveney, last Friday for Athenry. It shows that IDA Ireland is very committed to regional investment. It is the biggest jobs announcement in the country for some time. It went to the regions and it is an indication of the seriousness not only of IDA Ireland but also of the Government.

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Sitting date: 2023-05-11