The Longford Task force were established on the initiative of the Minister for Finance. The task force was chaired by the county manager and comprised public and private members, representative of interests in the area.
The report of the task force makes a number of recommendations regarding industrial development, the promotion of agriculture, tourism and services as well as providing for education, training and community development initiatives.
The recommendations in regard to industrial development have been brought to the IDA's attention. The IDA recognise the special needs of Longford and are promoting the area accordingly.