Arthur Morgan (Louth, Sinn Fein)

We are close in our position. I acknowledge that some investment has been made. All I ask is that it be more focused and that the assessment I suggest should take place. I have read the Forfás report. My point is that efforts in this area must be more specific. Recent job losses include 140 in Waterford, 85 in Rooskey, County Roscommon, 30 in north Donegal and 92 in Youghal. There is also the prospect of job losses at Motorola in Cork, although that company has at least given some notice which may allow for some degree of upskilling of staff.

I ask the Minister that specific investment be made in vulnerable sectors of the economy. A detailed assessment must be made to pinpoint those sectors accurately.

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