Coughlan allocates €7 million for investment in industry research initiatives; Claims “Ireland Inc reaches milestone in transition to a smarter, greener economy”
May 11th, 2009 | By Finfacts Ireland Business & Finance Portal | Category: News worldwide
When a politician uses the term "milestone," it may be advisable to keep the salt cellar within reach. The €8 billion + programme to make Ireland a "world-class knowledge economy" within four years, is still funded and today Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Mary Coughlan T.D has announced details of the initial seven industry groups to form research initiatives under the Competence Centres programme, which is focused on research with a direct impact on industry. €7 million in public funds is being allocated according to Coughlan.