Since I set up the inter agency group in December last, following the closure of the Atlantic Mills factory, considerable progress has been made. FÁS has implemented a range of programmes in response to the needs of the workforce who were made redundant and a considerable number has now found alternative employment.
A marketing brochure has been finalised and a marketing programme has been put in place. Two potential investors have expressed particular interest in the factory at Clondra and discussions are ongoing between the agencies, the owners of the factory and the potential clients, to secure a successful outcome.
The advance factory and lands at Longford are also being actively promoted for potential investment. I am hopeful that all these efforts will result in a positive outcome for the county.