– Only 37% of investments locate outside two main cities – Job losses in IDA companies account for 52% of new jobs created-government must wake up to competitiveness challenge – Competitive tax regime, cost base and infrastructure key to attracting inward investment Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Dara Calleary has welcomed end of year data from IDA Ireland indicating that the number of people employed in the firms it supports has reached an all-time high but warned of the need for competitiveness, vigilance and the need for regional balance. Deputy Calleary commented: “IDA Ireland has consistently excelled at attracting and retaining major international firms in the Irish … Continue reading IDA 2014 Performance highlights need to tackle regional imbalances & Cost Challenges – Calleary