Blueprint for job creation to focus on green economy

BUSINESS leaders and community groups in south and east Cork are joining forces to develop a job creation strategy, with a strong focus on green economy opportunities.

The blueprint will be developed at the South and East Cork Area Development (SECAD) Employment Seminar at the Radisson Hotel, Little Island, Cork, on Friday, November 26.

Bord Gáis chief executive, John Mullins, is to discuss research and employment opportunities in the green economy in the Cork Harbour area. He will be speaking in his capacity as vice-president of Cork Chamber of Commerce.