7. Deputy Eamon Scanlon asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of jobs supported by Enterprise Ireland in Sligo and Leitrim in 2024; how this compares to the end of 2020 for each county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6671/25]

Sentiment score: 0.13

I congratulate the Minister, Deputy Burke, on his appointment, and his Ministers of State, and wish them the very best of luck for the future. I would like to ask the Minister about employment in our regions, and specifically if he will provide the details on how many jobs were supported by Enterprise Ireland in Sligo and Leitrim in 2024. Additionally, how does this figure compare to the end of 2020 for each of these counties?

Sentiment score: 0.50

I thank the Minister for his detailed response regarding the job support figures for Enterprise Ireland for Sligo and Leitrim. It is encouraging to hear about the growth in job numbers and the positive impact that targeted initiatives have had on our local economy since 2020. We know the economic landscape has undergone significant changes over the past few years and the support provided by Enterprise Ireland has been pivotal in fostering job creation and retention. I appreciate the job growth figures the Minister has presented. Will the Minister elaborate on the specific initiatives or programmes being implemented by Enterprise Ireland to further support job creation in Sligo and Leitrim, especially considering the unique challenges faced by businesses in these regions?

Sentiment score: 0.69

While the statistics are promising, will the Minister elaborate on the strategies being implemented to ensure this growth is sustainable and part of a long-term vision for economic development in our region? His insights into these matters will greatly aid us in understanding how we can further enhance support for Sligo-Leitrim's economic potential.

Sentiment score: 0.64