Ireland to become fastest-growing EU economy
Ireland is set to remain the fastest-growing economy in the European Union, the European Commission said this morning, with growth of 3.5 per cent predicted for 2015. The European Commission slightly revised downwards its projections for Irish GDP growth, predicting a 3.5 per cent growth in 2015 compared to the figure of 3.6 per cent estimated two months ago. Nonetheless, the forecast growth rate is the highest among all 28 EU economies. The French economy is expected to grow by 1 per cent, with German GDP expected to grow by 1.5 per cent...
read moreUnemployment drops to lowest level in almost five years
Things may be looking up for job-seekers according to a report in the Irish Times on 30/04/2014. Ireland’s unemployment rate fell to 11.7 per cent this month, its lowest level in nearly five years, as economic conditions continue to improve. Figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) showed the number of claimants on the Live Register dropped by 3,400 in April. This was the 22nd consecutive monthly drop. For more on this go to The Irish Times of Wednesday 30th April...
read moreJob Club March 31st 2014
The next Job Club commences Monday, March 31st at 10 a.m. It will finish Friday, April 18th. To register for this contact Jackie or Olive on 01 4537324 or e-mail: jobclub@canallesn.ie Jobs Club aims to help participants understand how using simple techniques can greatly improve their job seeking skills. Participants on the programme are all job-seekers who are interested in increasing their chances to find suitable employement or training. Under the guidance of Job Club Staff, you will receive support and guidance in preparing your...
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