WDC report ‘cannot be ignored’

THE latest report from the Western Development Commission highlights the need for the government to wake up to the potential of the North West region and to devise a coherent strategy for the region.

That’s according to Deputy Marc MacSharry who said the report confirms Fianna Fáil assertions that there had been “limited change” over a long period of time and calls for “very strong policy intervention to effect change.”

Deputy Mac Sharry added: “The Western Development Commission is merely confirming what people in the North West have known for years – this region has massive potential, a third level institution, a well-educated workforce and an idyllic geographical location which provides the opportunity for a good work-life balance.

“The report points to lower commuting times and a young workforce in Sligo, further strengthening the pitch for greater investment in the area.

“This report cannot be the latest in a series of reports which are ignored by Fine Gael.”