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Figures for IDA supported jobs revealed locally

Feb 26, 2026 16:53
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Figures for IDA supported jobs revealed locally

Figures published show 1,629 people were employed in IDA-backed firms in Cavan in 2024

The latest figures have been revealed for jobs in IDA-supported companies, with new details for counties Cavan and Monaghan.

That's according to figures given in response to a parliamentary question asked by Brian Stanley.

Figures published show 1,629 people were employed in IDA-backed firms in Cavan in 2024.

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That number fell slightly to 1,557 by the end of 2025.

In Monaghan, 258 IDA supported jobs were recorded in 2024.

That rose very slightly to 265 last year.

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Nationally, IDA-supported employment stood at 307,742 in 2024, rising to 312,468 in 2025.

Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke says foreign direct investment remains a key driver of regional growth.

He added that the Government's strategy aims to secure further investment and support job creation across the regions, including the Border counties.

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