30/10/2012
NI Unemployment Rises Above The UK Average
Ulster Unionist Economy Spokesperson Sandra Overend has re-stated the Ulster Unionist Party's call for increased spending on capital projects in order to reignite growth in the Northern Ireland economy.
Sandra Overend, who is a member of the Enterprise, Trade and Investment Committee said: "Our economy in Northern Ireland is lagging worryingly behind the rest of the UK in terms of recovery with our unemployment rate rising above the UK average which is currently showing signs of improvement. It is up to Stormont to take every step within its power to create an environment to change this state of affairs.
"The Ulster Unionist Party clearly set out that increased spending on capital projects has the potential to really boost growth and kick start the economy both before this Assembly term began and at our economic conference in the aftermath of the job losses at FG Wilson. There is clear evidence that this approach would succeed, supported as it is by the findings of the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) report on a Path to Growth which highlights the importance of capital investment for the economy."
(CD)
Sandra Overend, who is a member of the Enterprise, Trade and Investment Committee said: "Our economy in Northern Ireland is lagging worryingly behind the rest of the UK in terms of recovery with our unemployment rate rising above the UK average which is currently showing signs of improvement. It is up to Stormont to take every step within its power to create an environment to change this state of affairs.
"The Ulster Unionist Party clearly set out that increased spending on capital projects has the potential to really boost growth and kick start the economy both before this Assembly term began and at our economic conference in the aftermath of the job losses at FG Wilson. There is clear evidence that this approach would succeed, supported as it is by the findings of the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) report on a Path to Growth which highlights the importance of capital investment for the economy."
(CD)
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25 July 2012
Minister Announces €20m For Co-Investment In Seed And Venture Capital Funds
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, has today announced that €20m is available for co-investment in seed and venture capital funds, and issued a call to fund managers to signal their interest in setting up funds. This €20m comes under the Enterprise Ireland Seed and Venture Capital Programme 2007 – 2012.
Minister Announces €20m For Co-Investment In Seed And Venture Capital Funds
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, has today announced that €20m is available for co-investment in seed and venture capital funds, and issued a call to fund managers to signal their interest in setting up funds. This €20m comes under the Enterprise Ireland Seed and Venture Capital Programme 2007 – 2012.
10 July 2001
TANAISTE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF SOCIAL ECONOMY PROGRAMME
TANAISTE Mary Harney has announced the launch of the Social Economy Programme in the South East region with over IR£1.5 million already committed to projects in the area over a three-year period.
TANAISTE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF SOCIAL ECONOMY PROGRAMME
TANAISTE Mary Harney has announced the launch of the Social Economy Programme in the South East region with over IR£1.5 million already committed to projects in the area over a three-year period.
16 June 2009
Road Builders Jobs In Jeopardy
Some 10,000 Irish road builders may be facing the dole queues. According to the Civil Engineering Contractors Association, the Government is abandoning commitments made in its public capital programme and the National Development Plan.
Road Builders Jobs In Jeopardy
Some 10,000 Irish road builders may be facing the dole queues. According to the Civil Engineering Contractors Association, the Government is abandoning commitments made in its public capital programme and the National Development Plan.
11 July 2008
300 Irish Companies Gone Bust Since New Year
The economic turmoil has hit Ireland's private sector hard as the number of companies going bust has gone up by 76% for the first half of this year. More than 300 companies have been wound up, a 76% increase on last year's figures with most of the failing companies being in the construction and engineering sector.
300 Irish Companies Gone Bust Since New Year
The economic turmoil has hit Ireland's private sector hard as the number of companies going bust has gone up by 76% for the first half of this year. More than 300 companies have been wound up, a 76% increase on last year's figures with most of the failing companies being in the construction and engineering sector.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A few showers around in the morning but still plenty of dry and bright spells. Drier in the afternoon, although the odd shower still possible, with longer sunny spells developing. Mostly light winds but breezy near coasts. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:It will be a dry evening with some late sunny spells before turning cloudier from the west. Becoming cloudy for all overnight with outbreaks of rain spreading eastwards. Minimum temperature 2 °C.