The creation of 435 new jobs in Galway during 2020 by companies supported by the Industrial Development Authority (385) and Enterprise Ireland (50) is very positive given the year that we have endured. 

The job creation results included local companies like CitySwift which confirmed 50 new jobs in September and global companies like animation company, Triggerfish which created 60 new jobs when it chose Galway as the location of its new international studio back in June. 

That companies elected to grow or locate in Galway during as hard a year as 2020 shows very promising signs for the future of our job market. 

As the only remaining English-speaking country in the European Union using common law, with a highly skilled workforce, our economy has and will continue to benefit hugely from organisations who want to open or grow a European hub.

Organisations such as the Industrial Development Authority, Enterprise Ireland and Údarás na Gaeltachta are dedicated to promoting investment in Ireland. The Government and these vital agencies have been preparing for Brexit for some years now helping businesses prepare for customs checks, diversify export destinations and establish new embassies and consulates around the world to attract investment.

2020 has been an exceptionally challenging year due to the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit. However with the vaccination programme commencing in Galway from this week and with the Brexit Deal, which ensures no quotas or tariffs on goods, including agri-food produce, we can face 2021 with a renewed hope for our city and county.”