Monthly Archives: September 2014

Rural Broadband – RTE’s Morning Edition

Posted on September 24, 2014 by WDC Insights

Deirdre Frost, WDC was interviewed by Keelin Shanley on RTE Television’s Morning Edition programme for a story on Rural Broadband and the Government’s plans for Next Generation broadband rollout. The programme featured Minister White, explaining the process and timeline for the rollout of quality broadband to rural areas. The segment … Continue reading →

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Employment Trends in Co. Mayo and the Western Region

Posted on September 23, 2014 by WDC Insights

The WDC recently made a presentation about employment trends in Mayo and the Western Region at an Education, Training and Jobseekers Expo held in Kiltimagh.   We outlined the current employment profile of Mayo and the Western Region as well as … Continue reading →

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Poor broadband hits rural growth

Posted on September 17, 2014 by WDC Insights

 Poor broadband hits rural growth Deirdre Frost of the WDC was interviewed as part of the story Poor broadband hits rural growth aired on RTE’s Morning Ireland on Wednesday Morning (17th September 2014). Some interesting case-studies on the innovative use … Continue reading →

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Rural Commuting to Urban Jobs

Posted on September 17, 2014 by WDC Insights

Data recently published by the WDC examines the extent of rural commuting to urban centres for work. The WDC Policy Briefing No. 6 Commuting to Work, Rural Dwellers, Urban Jobs shows that over a third (35.5%) of workers live in … Continue reading →

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