Communication from US Ambassador’s office regarding Shannon and President Obama’s visit
I have received communication from US Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney’s office, taking note of my request that President Obama use Shannon while visiting Ireland. The US President confirmed to An Toiseach Enda Kenny that he will visit Ireland towards the end of May on a state visit. Last week I wrote to the US […]
Sixteen Clare Schools to receive Summer Works Scheme Funding
I want to welcome the announcement that sixteen Clare schools will benefit from the Summer Works Scheme. This scheme will see major improvements in primary and post primary schools across County Clare. County Clare has done very well from the allocation, which is worth over €40 million to 453 schools nationwide. In total sixteen schools […]
Zagg, Shannon and the importance of our corporate tax rate
I want to welcome the news that 140 jobs are to be created in Shannon, Co Clare, by the end of the year and 160 by 2014. These jobs are coming about as a joint venture between US company Zagg and a local Clare firm in Shannon. The company has moved into a 30,000sq.ft facility […]