John Halligan (Waterford, Independent) | Oireachtas source

We are in constant contact with Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland and Science Foundation Ireland, SFI. It is also important for people to know that we have regional fora which collaborate and co-operate with multinational companies in all regions to ascertain skills shortages and what is needed from industry. The Deputy's final question is very important because we have ongoing meetings with Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland and all agencies associated with creating employment, particularly in the regions. My Department and all other relevant Departments receive feedback to ensure that all the money we have invested and all the projects we have launched over the past number of years provide value for money and provide employment in the regions.

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