Carlow Minister highlights success of Carlow work and skills event
Local TD and Minister Jennifer Murnane O'Connor was joined by Minister Dara Calleary at the Intreo Work and Skills recruitment and training event in the Seven Oaks in Carlow
Local TD and Minister of State at the Department of Health, Jennifer Murnane O’Connor, today accompanied Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary TD at the Intreo Work and Skills recruitment and training event in the Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow.
The event, organised by the Department of Social Protection, brought together employers, training providers, and jobseekers to explore employment and upskilling opportunities in the region.
Minister Murnane O’Connor and Minister Calleary engaged with attendees, employers, and education providers, gaining insights into the local labour market and the supports available to jobseekers. Earlier in the day, the Ministers also visited the Carlow Intreo Centre on Kennedy Avenue, where they met with staff delivering essential employment and income supports.
Speaking after the event, Minister Jennifer Murnane O’Connor said:
"It was a pleasure to join Minister Calleary today in Carlow to see firsthand the fantastic opportunities available through the Intreo Work and Skills initiative. Events like this are crucial in connecting local jobseekers with employers and training providers, helping people take the next step in their careers.
Carlow has a vibrant workforce, and it was inspiring to see so many people engaging with employers across sectors such as manufacturing, hospitality, engineering, and more. I want to commend the Department of Social Protection for organising this event and the Intreo staff for their hard work in supporting jobseekers every day."
The Carlow Work and Skills event featured employers such as Veolia Ireland Ltd, NUA Manufacturing, Murray Timber Group, Woodford Dolmen Hotel, and the Defence Forces Ireland, offering roles in hospitality, retail, construction, engineering, and quality control. Education providers were also on hand to discuss upskilling and retraining options.