Industry needs more self-reliant policy

ENTERPRISE Ireland announced its new chief executive yesterday to replace outgoing boss Dan Flinter who retires after 10 years.

The appointment of Frank Ryan, currently executive director, IDA Ireland, makes clear that the semi-State sector is continuing to play safe by picking somebody from within the sector.

Mr Ryan has a good track record in his own organisation and brings a lot to the job, including knowledge of the US market, where he worked for the IDA.