THE SEANAD is to devote
half a day to debating Donegal's unemployment crisis
as the level hits 'a stark' 18%.
Senator Pearse Doherty was granted the discussion
time yesterday after raising the issue and calling
on the Enterprise Minister to address the house on
the problem.
“With unemployment at 18%, Government must stop
treating the county as an afterthought. Government
interdepartmental talking shops are not delivering
jobs," said Senator Doherty.
“How will businesses be attracted to Donegal when
there is scant infrastructure? For example there are
no rail links and patchy broadband coverage."
The Leader of the House, Donie Cassidy agreed to
allocate a half day of Seanad time to debate the
issue.
Senator Doherty welcomed the allocation, saying: "It
is encouraging that during the proposed debate we
will also have an opportunity to discuss the IDA’s
failure in addressing economic decline in the
region.
“However, this debate must deliver results for the
people of Donegal. 18% unemployment is a stark
figure and, as such, must prompt urgent action by
government departments and related agencies.” |
