Economic Plan for Leitrim developed

Economic Plan for Leitrim developed

Economic Element of Local Economic and Community Plan approved

Leitrim is one of the fisrst counties to have completed its economic plan as part of the Local Economic and Community Plan being prepared in every county. The Economic Element of Leitrim's plan focuses on the following themes:

  • Regional development
  • Job Creation
  • Business Growth
  • Towns and Villages

The plan is a result of input directly from people in business in Leitrim as well as Leitrim Diaspora. The sectors identified for business growth include the following:

  • Energy and the Green Economy
  • Agriculture and Food
  • Services, Manufacturing and ICT
  • Creative, Arts and Culture
  • Tourism

there is also a specific recognition of the role of women in business. The plan will now go to the regional assembly and municipal districts for further consultation. More information on the economic plan from nwhyte@leitrimcoco.ie