SouthWestern Jobs – SouthWestern will create 150 new jobs in Cork

SouthWestern will create 150 new jobs in Cork.

SouthWestern currently employs 450 people in the town and a further 150 people in Poland.

Enterprise Minister Richard Bruton confirmed the announcement on Thursday morning.

Speaking of the jobs creation, Minister Bruton said: “Job creation is my number one priority, and if we are to turn the corner and get the employment growth we so badly need, we will have to focus on three things: reducing business costs, improving access to finance and encouraging innovation across the economy.

“Government does not create jobs, but if job-creating businesses like SouthWestern are to succeed and grow across the country, the government has a huge role to play. We must not only provide supports but must also provide leadership in the economy as a substantial actor in its own right.”

The company also announced a €3.5m investment in research and development with support from Enterprise Ireland.

“Today’s announcement that SouthWestern is creating 150 jobs and investing heavily in R&D in a regional location shows what can be achieved when government and innovative companies work together,” Mr Bruton concluded.
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