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Irish Independent
27-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Ambitious vision of community led development of County Sligo up to 2030 revealed
Minister Dara Calleary officially launched the strategy, which outlines an ambitious vision for community-led local development in County Sligo from 2025–2030. Stakeholders, elected representatives, community members, board members, and staff gathered to mark the beginning of this new strategic phase which sets out clear priorities in areas such as rural development, social inclusion, climate action, and enterprise support. Cathaoirleach Councillor Declan Bree opened the event and spoke about how Sligo LEADER Partnership has benefited the community over the last thirty years. Minister Calleary described the strategy as 'a brilliant and ambitious document' and commended Sligo LEADER Partnership Company for its dedication to supporting and empowering communities across the county. Finbarr Filan, addressed attendees on behalf of the Sligo LEADER Partnership Board, highlighting the essential role of LEADER funding in driving sustainable community projects and economic development, and commented that this was an important day to showcase the collaboration between Sligo County Council, Kingsbridge Hospital and Sligo LEADER Partnership in securing the purchase of the St. Michael's building. The event also included remarks from John Feerick, CEO of Sligo LEADER Partnership Company, who asked Minister Calleary for support on the new LEADER programme, SICAP (Social Inclusion Community Activation Programme), to review the extension period for people on Tús and the implementation of the recommendations from the Rural Social Scheme review that was conducted last year. Following the formal proceedings, Minister Calleary visited two LEADER-supported initiatives: the community garden at Northside Community Partnership and The Doorly Park Gate Lodge, a community-run café. Both projects are examples of how LEADER funding contributes to social inclusion, social enterprise and local climate action. The event was attended by public representatives including members of the Oireachtas including Minister of State Marian Harkin, Deputy Eamon Scanlon, Deputy Frank Feighan, Senator Nessa Cosgrove and elected members of Sligo County Council and Chief Executive Martin Lydon. Also in attendance were Mark Regan and Ruth Scott of Kingsbridge Hospital, members of the Sligo LEADER Partnership staff and Board of Directors, who were warmly thanked for their ongoing guidance and support.
Irish Independent
16-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Kerry jobs fair to connect job seekers with employers
The event will feature over 30 of the county's leading companies, offering hundreds of vacancies across various sectors. Organized by NEWKD Local Development Company in partnership with The Rose Hotel and Tralee Chamber Alliance, this free event is open to the public based on on-site registration. Attendees can explore opportunities in sectors such as office administration, IT, accounting, finance, hospitality, manufacturing, food production, and retail while there will also be a range of workshops to support both employers and employees. Tralee Chamber Alliance President, Collette O'Connor, highlighted the positive response from employers to the event. "To have such as comprehensive employment focussed event in Kerry is a great opportunity for employers and Jobseekers. In addition, the information workshops on employing people from abroad reflects the opportunities for employers to fill vacancies with where there are domestic skills shortages.' NEWKD SICAP Programme Manager, Robert Carey, explained that bringing together numerous employers, services, and insightful speakers under one roof offers those seeking employment or looking for a change of role a valuable opportunity to engage directly with potential employers, participate in career progression workshops, and gain clarity on employment schemes such as Tús, CE, and WPEP. NEWKD, as part of the Kerry Community Response Forum facilitated by Kerry County Council, emphasises employment as a crucial aspect of integration for refugees in Kerry. The event will put both job seekers and employers in touch with a wide range of information and supports all aimed at supporting employment. During the event, employers will have a unique opportunity to gain insights into the specifics of employing migrants, get answers to the most frequently asked questions, and raise any concerns they may have. The workshop for employers will be conducted by Frank O'Boyle who manages Information and Advocacy Service in Irish Refugee Council. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more Alongside employer booths, a careers clinic will provide job search support, including CV and job interview preparation, as well as information on upskilling and professional development including a CV preparation workshop led by Sean Connell, HR at NEWKD and Secrets of a Successful Interview presented by Lydia Oboryna from the Open Door Initiative. Employment Law for Migrants and Accessing the Labour Market to provide Information on the status of temporary protection beneficiaries by Okasna Sarzhevska from the Irish Refugee Council will also take place as well as Entrepreneurship workshops. Efforts have been made to support Ukrainian refugees and international protection applicants in attending the fair. Information will be provided prior to the event, and interpreter services will be available on the day. The NEWKD Kerry Jobs Fair 2025 is proudly supported by the Rose Hotel, and the Tralee Chamber Alliance. Funding is provided as part of the SICAP programme implemented by NEWKD.
