New Internship scheme will benefit County Clare jobseekers and businesses alike
I welcome the launch of the Government’s new internship scheme, which will provide 5,000 places for people who are unemployed and are struggling to access the jobs market. JobBridge, the new National Internship Programme, is a hugely welcome initiative, which will help thousands of people who feel stuck on the Live Register gain access to […]
Real potential exists for growth of corporate jet business at Shannon
I want to welcome a change in radiation-screening procedures for business aircrafts flying into the US. This will allow for power units to remain on while radiation checks are conducted on aircraft entering the country. Prior to this, there were significant ground delays as power units had to be shut down, and the aircraft’s computerized […]
Changes in back to school clothing and footwear allowance schemes
This year, there are changes to the application process for back to school clothing and footwear allowances schemes. Those receiving social welfare payments or HSE payments, who have a dependent child, may qualify for the allowance. Persons on certain approved employment training schemes may also qualify for the allowance. The majority of those eligible […]