Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

All counties in the country are a priority. I have a particular priority for regional investment and that is why I announced successful applicants to the regional enterprise investment fund on Monday. It is a €60 million fund and almost €29 million was allocated on Monday. That fund is to help the regions to develop new initiatives. It is about clustering, investing in property and investing in research and development. I will shortly be announcing - I think next week - the disruptive technologies innovation fund. That is another fund we have rolled out to help companies look at the jobs of the future. Two weeks ago, I also launched the future jobs initiative and again that is looking at how we can support enterprise to improve productivity, increase competitiveness, get more labour participation and transition to a low-carbon economy. I also refer to encouraging companies to invest in research and development. I reassure the Deputy that Donegal will not be left out, nor will any other county.

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